BigsbyMerle Travis Handle Assembly Stainless
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
The Merle Travis Handle Assembly is a stainless-steel replacement handle for most original Bigsby vibratos and Kalamazoo series models. Its coat-hanger shape follows the classic Merle Travis handle profile. The hinge arrives installed, so the assembly is prepared to attach to the vibrato unit after the old handle is removed; a set screw is included to secure it. It is a focused replacement option for restoring or changing the handle on a compatible Bigsby-equipped instrument.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing the handle on a compatible original Bigsby vibrato without replacing the complete vibrato unit.
- Restoration work that calls for the Merle Travis coat-hanger handle profile.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Instruments whose vibrato is not among most original Bigsby units or the Kalamazoo series.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm that the existing vibrato is a compatible original Bigsby model or a Kalamazoo series model.
- 02The assembly measures 12.99 inches overall; the handle itself measures 12.79 inches.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is the hinge already installed?
Yes. The handle assembly has a pre-installed hinge.
02What secures the assembly to the vibrato?
A set screw is included for securing it to the vibrato unit.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Bridge Type
- Tremolo
2 detailsSize & weight
- Total Length
- 12.99 inch (33 cm)
- Handle Length
- 12.79 inch (32.5 cm)
