Handcrafted
Mandolins
Traditional luthier hand-crafting custom instruments
using time-honored techniques
The Process
The Process
Every instrument begins with carefully selected wood and decades of experience. From rough timber to finished instrument, each step is guided by traditional techniques passed down through generations.
Body Style
Body shape and sound hole design tailored for your desired sound
Material Selection
Choice of tonewood species, binding, and inlays
Carving, Shaping & Voicing
Plates and tone bars tap-tuned individually, then voiced as a whole
Finishing
Hand-sanded, stained, and varnished to protect and highlight the wood
Setup
Frets, nut, bridge, tailpiece, and hardware fitted
Every instrument begins with carefully selected wood and decades of experience. From rough timber to finished instrument, each step is guided by traditional techniques passed down through generations.
Body Style
Body shape and sound hole design tailored for your desired sound
Material Selection
Choice of tonewood species, binding, and inlays
Carving, Shaping & Voicing
Plates and tone bars tap-tuned individually, then voiced as a whole
Finishing
Hand-sanded, stained, and varnished to protect and highlight the wood
Setup
Frets, nut, bridge, tailpiece, and hardware fitted
Expert Instrument Repair & Restoration
Expert Instrument Repair & Restoration
From vintage mandolins to modern instruments, I provide comprehensive repair and restoration services with the same attention to detail and craftsmanship that goes into every custom build.
From vintage mandolins to modern instruments, I provide comprehensive repair and restoration services with the same attention to detail and craftsmanship that goes into every custom build.
Ready to Discuss Your Custom Mandolin or Repair Needs?
Whether you're dreaming of a custom instrument or need expert repair services, I'd love to hear about your project and discuss how I can bring your vision to life.