VL100 Samuel Eastman Series Student violin outfits have become a staple of string programs everywhere. Designed with a student budget in mind, these Stradivarius-patterned violins offer outstanding features including aged solid Chinese tonewoods, hand-inlaid purfling, genuine ebony fittings and a glowing amber-brown oil-based gloss varnish that is both durable and attractive. These fully carved instruments provide quality of sound and expert craftsmanship to beginning and advancing players at an affordable price.