In the Twenties and Thirties, the 12-string guitar was popular with Delta Blues players especially “Lead Belly”. This particular 710-12L set is idea for G tuning. As a part of La Bella’s Silk & Steelﾨ series, these sets are made with silver-plated copper wire, hand-wound over a middle layer of pure Italian silk filament and an inner steel core. Preferred by finger-style guitarists for their soft touch and sweet tone, these strings have less tension than standard steel, bronze or brass wound strings. Soft touch and sweet tone Tension: Light String Gauges: .010-.010, .012-.012, .023W-.009, .031-.012, .041-.016, .051-.025W Made in the USA with American Wire Packaged using MAP Technology (Modified Atmosphere Packaging) to prevent tarnishing and ensure freshness