This 2024 William Laskin "The Chess Game" is a remarkable handcrafted masterpiece from one of the world's most respected luthiers. Built with an AAAA Adirondack spruce top and exotic ebony back and sides featuring a striking sap line, it delivers extraordinary clarity, depth, and responsiveness. The woods are meticulously dried and stabilized before construction to maximize tonal performance and long-term stability. Originator of the built-in armrest and ribrest bevel, Laskin incorporates both features here for unmatched comfort, along with a side soundport that enhances the playing experience and an oil-finished neck that provides a fast, smooth, non-sticky feel. The guitar is fitted with Gotoh tuners with ebony buttons and showcases an extraordinary inlay depicting Grit Laskin and Bobby Fischer engaged in an intense chess match, extending from the headstock across the fingerboard to the final fret. A true functional work of art that combines world-class craftsmanship, innovative design, and breathtaking visual artistry. Comes with Hoffee Carbon Fibre custom case