Question : What animal is the bone from used to make the saddle?
Answer : It is cow bone from cattle that has been slaughtered.
Question : Will this saddle fit a 2010 Taylor 314ce?
Answer : Each guitar is slightly different, so adjustments may be needed. The dimensions of the saddle are: Length - 71.5 mm, Thickness - 3.2 mm, Height - 9 mm.
Question : Will this fit my Taylor 316ce honey sunburst limited edition?
Answer : Yes, to my knowledge, all Taylor acoustic 6-string guitars have the same size saddle. Expect to do some filing for the right string height.
Question : Will it fit the Taylor Academy 12?
Answer : If your current saddle is 71.55 mm or less in length and 3.2 mm or less in thickness, it will fit. The height can be adjusted by sanding.
Question : Can a notched saddle be replaced with this wave saddle? Are there pros/cons to doing this?
Answer : Yes, the wave saddle can replace a notched saddle. It provides additional compensation for bass strings, but if you're happy with your current compensation, it's advised to stick with the notched saddle. The wave saddle is slightly shorter in length.