I have a Bart Reiter and a Wildwood- I love both these open-backs (and there's nothing wrong with that). However, you will certainly be mocked if you try to pass off your Wildwood as old-timey- it's too bright and (and visually blingy) to pass for old-time. Its a beautiful sound- both sweet and bright- but just not dull enough for the purists. If you play both bluegrass and old-time mix, it sounds great. Fabulous in double C.