sentences: "— Gennady Filimonov
  
  "François Nicolas Voirin was the most skilled maker of his generation, one of the finest makers ever, and he produced a uniformly high quality product...The best Voirin bows are exquisite playing tools; they are strong and nimble and produce a beautiful tone.By 1880 many makers were beginning to consistently aim for an even heavier, stronger model, with varying degrees of success.