Building Fiddles with Antique Boxes.
Antique boxes are a challenge, because they must be rebuilt and
strengthened before they can be used as fiddle bodies. When finished, they
are very interesting and attractive.  Click
here for photos of some fiddles made of antique boxes.
Currently Available Cigar Box Instruments:
All items subject to prior sale.
A $25 discount is available without bow.
Prices are postpaid within the United States.
PayPal, personal check or Postal Money Order accepted.
International buyers, please inquire before ordering.
Electric Cigar Box Fiddles!
Yes, the Electric Cigar Box Fiddle is here. This instrument uses a
piezoelectric pick up with active electronics. It has a 3 channel
equalizer as well as volume control and battery check. It uses a 9V
battery. It has a standard 1/4" output jack.
Wool Worth Walk now showing Carolina Fiddle instruments.
 Check them out to your heart's content at
Woolworth Walk . A Landmark Building in the Heart of
Asheville's Historic District, Woolworth Walk Gallery has brought charm
and excitement to the beautiful, old Woolworth Co. building, which was
constructed in 1938. There are over 150 craft artists represented. It is located at
25 Haywood St. Asheville, NC 28801 (828-254-9234).
Stop in and try out a Carolina Fiddle cigar box fiddle. You'll be glad you
did.
They caught me!
I try to stay under the radar, but somehow Hal Millard
of the Mountain Xpress caught up with me.
Now building fretted instruments!
Recently, I completed a tenor
boxjo and a long
scale mandolin (boxzuki). These were on commission for an English showman
named Ian Harris. Visit Ian's website.
Recently, I completed the Rocky
Ford long scale mandolin. This instrument uses a great old box with an
Indian on the cover and a 5 cent price. The sound hole is shaped like an arrow
head. The neck is white mahogany and uses Grover friction tuners.
New Workshop!
In April, I moved into a new 1400 sq. ft. workshop. I am still building
storage units and other necessaries to get the shop up and running. Click
here for a look at the current state of affairs.
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