Bedell Guitars proudly presents the Private Reserve Parlor Lucky Strike Redwood, a limited-edition masterpiece that combines legendary tonewoods with meticulous craftsmanship. This guitar’s parlor body shape, known for its intimate, rich sound, is paired with two of the world’s most coveted materials: Lucky Strike Redwood and mahogany from The Tree.

Exceptional Tonewoods: Lucky Strike Redwood & “The Tree” Mahogany

At the heart of this guitar is its Lucky Strike Redwood top, harvested from one of the most famous and rare redwood logs ever discovered. Known for its vibrant tonal response, Lucky Strike Redwood produces a beautiful blend of warmth, clarity, and resonance, making it ideal for players who value sensitivity and nuanced sound.

But what truly sets this guitar apart is the use of mahogany from The Tree. This legendary Honduran mahogany tree, felled in the late 1960s in the heart of the Central American rainforest, has become one of the most sought-after tonewoods in the world. Revered for its striking, three-dimensional grain patterns and extraordinary tonal properties, mahogany from The Tree offers unparalleled warmth, sustain, and depth. Instruments made from this wood are as rare as they are sonically unique, ensuring that the Parlor Lucky Strike Redwood is not just a guitar—it’s a piece of music history.

Handcrafted Elegance

The Private Reserve Parlor features a natural high-gloss finish that is both elegant and understated. The custom burst finish on the neck mimics the natural beauty of the redwood and mahogany, allowing the grain of the wood to take center stage. Every detail, from the inlaid heel cap to the hand rubbed neck barrel, has been designed to enhance the playing experience, both aesthetically and functionally.

With a deep, non-cutaway parlor body, this guitar delivers surprising volume and resonance for its size, making it the perfect choice for fingerstyle players and songwriters who demand a responsive, intimate sound.

The Story of “The Tree” – A Mahogany Legend

The mahogany used in this guitar comes from one of the most famous trees ever harvested: The Tree. This legendary Honduran mahogany tree stood deep within the rainforests of Central America for centuries. Its colossal size and unique grain pattern were unmatched. When it was felled in the late 1960s, a landslide trapped The Tree deep in the rainforest, preserving it for several more years before it was finally recovered.

What makes The Tree so extraordinary is its three-dimensional quilted grain, which exhibits patterns that shimmer and shift with the light. Only a limited amount of wood from The Tree was ever retrieved, making it one of the rarest and most sought-after materials for high-end guitars and other fine instruments.

Over the years, instruments crafted from The Tree have become highly collectible, known for their incredible tonal qualities and unmatched visual appeal. The wood produces a warm, full sound with exceptional sustain, making it a favorite among luthiers and musicians alike. The inclusion of this historic mahogany in the Bedell Parlor ensures that each guitar is not only a joy to play but a valuable piece of craftsmanship and history.

With the Private Reserve Parlor Lucky Strike Redwood “The Tree” Mahogany, Bedell has created an instrument that captures the essence of two legendary tonewoods. It is a guitar that will inspire musicians with its beauty, rarity, and remarkable sound for generations to come.