14 Nov Reclaimed Mahogany
I’ve just been given this reclaimed mahogany table top and shelves. The table top in particular is a very nice, wide piece of solid Honduras mahogany – I’m looking forward to creating some beautiful instruments with ...
Reclaimed Mahogany
17 Aug New model – pineapple tenor ukulele
My first new model in a little while, this tenor ukulele is available in the classic “pineappple” body style, presented here in reclaimed meranti wood with a hand-rubbed truoil finish. See more photos of this ukulele and ...
21 Jan Three ukuleles now available in the online shop
I currently have three ukuleles available for immediate purchase, a soprano made in reclaimed Brazilian mahogany and two sopraninos made in reclaimed American walnut and Mexican granadilla respectively. Check out my shop page for more ...
05 Dec CITES update
As of 26th November 2019, the CITES restrictions on the export of most rosewoods in musical instruments have been lifted. This means I am once again able to offer sustainably-grown Indian rosewood as an option on custom instruments for ...
12 Dec A landmark reached – my 500th instrument built.
Today marks a milestone in my progress as a luthier as I completed my 500th instrument. This one is going to someone I’ve known for many years through the UK uke scene. It is made in English walnut for the neck and body, with a ...
27 Sep Sold – Soprano ukulele in reclaimed sapele
Available now – this soprano ukulele has a body made from reclaimed sapele wood. Now sold, this is a great introduction to what a handmade instrument can offer. See the online shop for more details.
27 Sep Experimenting with laser-cut inlays
I’ve recently gained access to a laser cutter / engraver. One of the uses I plan to put this machine to is creating inlay work in contrasting woods. Here’s a test example of a sunburst inlay around a soprano ukulele ...
29 Jul Now sold – meranti ukulele
Now sold. This plain, undecorated soprano is made in meranti wood and has excellent tone and projection.
18 May sold – standard soprano ukulele in Khaya
This standard model soprano ukulele is now available for purchase from the shop page. Price £335 plus shipping. Click for more details
14 Dec Soprano ukulele in reclaimed mahogany – Now sold
Now sold – a soprano ukulele in reclaimed mahogany.