Product overview This replacement fingerboard is made to fit 4/4 full size violins and restores the instrument where the original fingerboard is damaged or worn. Machined from ebony wood, it provides a firm playing surface with appropriate weight and thickness for improved balance and playability. Key benefits Accurate fit for 4/4 full size violins: Designed to match the size and shape of standard full size fingerboards for a smooth installation and proper alignment with the bridge and nut. Durable ebony construction: Solid ebony offers a hard, stable surface that withstands regular playing and supports consistent finger placement. Balanced feel and improved playability: Manufactured with attention to weight and thickness to maintain the instrument balance and enhance left hand response. Simple replacement part: Intended as a direct substitute for damaged or broken fingerboards, making repairs straightforward for luthiers, shops, and home restorers. Function and compatibility Function: Serves as the fingerboard where strings are pressed to change pitch, providing a stable, wear resistant surface for fretting and shifting. Compatibility: Sized for 4/4 full size violins. Intended to existing full size fingerboards without altering the instrument geometry. Practical applications replacement: Use this fingerboard to restore a full size violin after a cracked or deeply worn fingerboard has affected playability. Student instrument refurbishment: Ideal for school or practice violins that need a durable, low maintenance surface to withstand frequent use. Performance preparation: an uneven or grooved fingerboard before concerts or recordings to ensure reliable shifting and intonation. What to expect A firm, stable ebony surface for reliable finger contact and consistent tone response. A fingerboard balanced for normal playing weight and thickness to preserve handling and instrument feel. Straightforward substitution for damaged or broken full size fingerboards, reducing time spent on restoration. Note This product is intended as a direct replacement part for 4/4 full size violins. Confirm fit with your instrument before installation.