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2024 Aboudib 00, East Indian Rosewood/Austrian Moonspruce
Our very first from Michel Aboudib, this 00 from 2024, serial number 26, is decked out in Austrian Spruce and East Indian Rosewood and has a lot going on. Michel’s signature style of rosette carving clearly reflects an original continuation of his time working with the one and only Ervin Somogyi. The satin neck feel, in contrast to the gloss body, is always a favorite combo for us here at the shop, and the feel of this neck, in particular, is quite comfortable. The detail in the bridge carving is incredibly stunning. So much work and detail are present in the appearance of this instrument—not to mention the sound. But we’ll let you hear and see that for yourself!
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, bespoke, calton, 26, michael
$8,840 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.78 in String Spacing 2.219 in Woods Spruce - Moonspruce, Rosewood - East Indian 
Brand New Blanchard Sequoia 12 Fret, Honduran Mahogany/Carpathian Spruce
Elegant, powerful, and unique are but a few superlatives describing this 2023 Blanchard Sequoia, dressed in Carpathian Spruce and Honduran Mahogany this 12 fret beast is not only powerful and comfortable but also a very inspiring guitar. All of the qualities of mahogany that we love, coupled with ergonomic features that make this instrument feel as though it plays itself. It certainly doesn’t feel like large guitar but it’s undeniable once you hear it. Evo frets, soundport, arm bevel. What more creature comforts could one want? Listen and allow your ears to be the judge.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, mark, hoffee, 139,
$15,395 Add to cartScale Length 25.25 in Nut Width 1.78 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Carpathian, Mahogany 
2011 Borges 000-12 Fret, Madagascar Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
Julius Borges knows how to utilize every square inch. This 000 form 2011 has an expansive voice that belies its petite proportions, with the perfect amount of balance and definition between the registers to make fingerstyle work absolutely sing. This gorgeous Borges is upgraded with arrow-striaght Madagascar Rosewood back and sides (looks strikingly like the best prewar BRW Martin stock) and Adirondack Spruce on top, fine herringbone trim, plus pyramid bridge for the classic flattop aesthetic. The setup is silky smooth and easy on the hands, with a 12-fret body join for extra warmth and a medium thick neck carve.
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, jules borges, fingerpicking, om, ooo, 1101
Additional Demo: https://youtu.be/zECqfxuONzc
$10,400 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.375 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Madagascar 
2020 Bourgeois 00-12 “The Coupe”, Brazilian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
From 2020, we have a superb example of what the workshop of Dana Bourgeois is capable of. This compact 00-12, nicknamed “The Coupe,” showcases premium tonewoods and masterful craftsmanship.
It features master grade Brazilian Rosewood for the back and sides, paired with an Aged Tone Adirondack Spruce top. Koa bindings and tasteful abalone appointments complete the aesthetic with elegance.
Built with wider specs ideal for fingerstyle playing, and a slender, comfortable profile, this guitar offers effortless playability without sacrificing tone or visual appeal.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, bespoke, maine, adi
$11,440 Add to cartScale Length 25 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
2015 Circa 000 Cutaway, Panamanian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
Many luthiers attempt to combine tradition with modernity, very few succeed in this endeavor. However John Slobod delivers time after time– This 000 Cutaway from 2015 showcases this flawlessly. Here we have a 12-fret small body guitar with the look and feel of a classic fingerstyle guitar but the makeup of something more. Panamanian Rosewood with EVO Frets are not apart of your grandpa’s flattop. This guitar feels right at home with travis picking, flatpicking, you name it. On the other hand it leaves nothing desired for the more modern picker. This instrument does it all, it’s comfortable, dynamic and so enthralling. Hard to put it down.
Other keywords: lutherie, steel string, 135, Adirondack Spruce, Red Spruce
$13,520 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Panama 
2021 Dudenbostel 000-18, Honduran Mahogany/Carpathian Spruce
From the bench of the legendary Lynn Dudenbostel, we have a 2021 000-18 crafted from Honduran Mahogany and Carpathian Spruce. The grain on both the Spruce and Mahogany is staggeringly good, and it’s reflected in the tone — wide spacing at the saddle and nut, EVO frets, and a minimalist, natural aesthetic. The burst is exceptionally well-executed, with a perfectly graduated fade. This is one of those guitars that speaks for itself, and it’s also offered at an excellent price.
$11,440 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.81 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - Carpathian, Mahogany - Honduran 
1929-1933 Gibson Nick Lucas Special, Brazilian Rosewood/Spruce
Rare is an understatement when it comes to this extraordinary Gibson Nick Lucas, crafted sometime between 1929 and 1933. Featuring Brazilian Rosewood for the back and sides, this guitar is a true gem from Gibson’s golden era.
Adding to its story, based on our research it appears to have been retopped by Gibson in the 1960s. This meticulous work not only explains the pristine condition of the finish but also gives insight into subtle details like the sunburst style on the top, the differences in binding between the top and back, and the laminated bridge plate—features that were not typical of Gibson’s 1930s build practices.
At its core, this is a prewar Nick Lucas Special—a rare and iconic model—with the coveted combination of Brazilian Rosewood back and sides, a 12-fret neck, and an ornate headstock inlay. To date, only a handful of Brazilian Rosewood Nick Lucas models with 12-fret necks have ever surfaced, making this one of the rarest examples of an already legendary instrument we’ve ever seen.
This Gibson Nick Lucas combines historical significance with undeniable beauty and tonal prowess. A collector’s centerpiece with a unique voice to match.Other keywords/misspellings:Luthier, lutherie, vintage, heirloom,
$26,000 Add to cartScale Length 24.9 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.063 in Woods Spruce, Rosewood - Brazilian 
2018 Ivanov Snow Parlor, European Maple/Lutz Spruce
Warmth and clarity are interwoven for a crisp, enveloping voice in a petite, easy-playing package. Our latest, Ivanov Snow Parlor from 2018 features Dontcho’s all-white motif with Lutz Spruce on top and figured European Maple everywhere else. Waverly tuners with Snakewood buttons and red purflings around the rosette help set off the whole package, with EVO frets for longevity and a (you guessed it) white Boblen hardshell case. We love how Dontcho teases a lot of color and response out of the trebles, and the individual note definition allows for big chords to ring out in technicolor brilliance.
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, woodworking, guitarbuilding, fingerstyle, fingerpicking, parlour, 0, 00, canadian
$9,360 Add to cartScale Length 25 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.375 in Woods Spruce - Lutz, Maple - European 
2021 Kostal 00, Ziricote/German Spruce
A real showstopper—this 2021 00 from Jason Kostal features Ziricote back and sides paired with a German Spruce top. A custom ‘stained glass’ rosette, a full neck profile, and an abundance of midrange with glassy definition. With 12 frets to the body, it delivers both comfort and power in a small-bodied guitar.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, bespoke, arizona, queen creek, hoffee, 192
$17,680 Add to cartScale Length 24.9 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.625 in Woods Spruce - German, Ziricote 
2020 Marklund 000-28 12 Fret, Brazilian Rosewood/Alpine Moonspruce
All the way from Stenberg, Sweden, we have this stunning 2020 000-28 made by Per Marklund. This 12-fret 000, with Brazilian Rosewood back and sides and an Alpine Moonspruce top, is an absolute delight to play. It comes equipped with a K&K Pure Mini pickup (with volume control), making it ready for both stage and studio use.
This guitar was built in a low-temperature, low-humidity environment, replicating the conditions of early 20th-century guitar workshops, in a manner similar to the renowned Blazer & Henkes. With its distinct character, this guitar is already a treasure, and we can’t wait to hear how its tone evolves in the years to come.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, europe, prewar, guardian, 038, fingerstyle, folk, trad, traditional
$8,320 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.375 in Woods Spruce - Moonspruce, Rosewood - Brazilian 
2014 Martin John Mayer 00-42, Cocobolo Rosewood/Sitka Spruce
Why, Georgia, why is this guitar so good? Oh, it’s a John Mayer Stagecoach Signature—that’s why. With 42-style abalone appointments, extra-wide spacing at both the nut and saddle (1 7/8″ and 2 5/16″), Cocobolo back and sides, and Sitka Spruce on top, this guitar is destined to be a classic collectible one day. It’s fun, easy to play, and just looks so dang good. Playing it feels like Slow Dancing in a Burning Room. Alright, we’ll stop with the John Mayer references.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, C.F., Nazareth, pa, team built,
$14,560 Add to cartScale Length 24.9 in Nut Width 1.875 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Cocobolo 
2010 Matsuda Parlor, Bubinga/European Spruce
From 2010, we have a mighty fine Matsuda Parlor with stunning Bubinga back and sides paired with a European Spruce top. It features EVO frets and a multi-piece neck, showcasing incredible design elements that exemplify Michi Matsuda’s boundless creativity. Despite its compact size, this guitar is a powerhouse, delivering a balanced and powerful voice across all registers with exceptional clarity — all wrapped in the comfort of a small-body guitar.
Other keywords/misspellings: Luthier, lutherie, bespoke, california, hoffee, fingerstyle, modern,
$26,000 Add to cartScale Length 25 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - European, Bubinga 
2008 Montuoro Slope Shoulder Style 8, Brazilian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
Just when you think you day couldn’t get better, you pick up a piece of beauty like this 2008 Style 8 from Frankie Montuoro. Built under tension in the old way with the finest materials you can find: 105-year-old Adirondack Spruce, chocolate-dark Brazilian Rosewood, custom tuners from Willi Henkes of Blazer & Henkes fame. Together, in a 12-fret slope shoulder dreadnought package, makes for immense power. With a short scale setup, that power comes with great balance and warmth. 1 13/16” at the nut offers an extra comfortable and spacious lefthand experience; coupled with the short scale, this Montuoro Style 8 is oh so effortless to play.
Click here for an additional demo with our own Allen Shadd in a funky C tuning.
And here for yet a third demo! This time with a spacious flatpicking piece performed by WIll Saylor.
Other keywords: montuoro guitar company, 1208, tkl, fingerpicking, 12 fret, abalone, ivoroid
$10,300 Add to cartScale Length 24.75 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
2003 Ryan Abbey Grand Parlor, Brazilian Rosewood/Sitka Spruce
Kevin Ryan’s Abbey model takes the usual Parlor proportions and fills them out just enough to make it a Grand Parlor instead—domed back, 14 inches across the lower bout, and a 25 inch scale come together for warmth and power in equal measure. Add to that a gorgeous set of Brazilian Rosewood for the back and sides, and a Sitka Spruce top, and the result is an even richer, enveloping little guitar. Fingerstyle is the name of the game; the setup is silky smooth for effortless playing. Kevin’s slim neck profile fits comfortably in the hand, and it’s easy to lose track of time playing this one. This beauty from 2003 has been very well maintained—hardly a mark on it—and comes wrapped in a Calton flight case for maximum safety.
Other keywords: lutherie, ryan guitars, abby, fingerstyle, parlour, small guitar, 0, 00, abalone
Additional Demo:https://youtu.be/4WGemHWd94M
$13,000 Add to cartScale Length 25 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Brazilian 
2006 Schoenberg 000 Standard Marty Evans, Brazilian Rosewood/European Spruce
Several powerhouse names came together on this one from 2006. Eric Schoenberg paired up with Victoria, B.C.’s Robert Anderson to build this 000 Standard Marty Evans model–European Spruce & Brazilian Rosewood, 12 frets to the neck and style-40 Abalone trim. The instrument is French Polished for maximum resonance with a soft V neck and wide, comfortable 1 25/32” nut for an effortless fingerpicking experience. Maple bindings and Waverly tuners round out the package.
The voice is characterized by a clean and even response across the registers, and more projection and sustain than we expected from a 000-sized flattop. It very much holds its own in Standard as well as altered tunings.Other keywords: signature guitar, ooo, 12-fret, brw, calton
Additional demo:https://youtu.be/q4DbFMuTfno
$8,320 Add to cartScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.78 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - European, Rosewood - Brazilian