Isn't it time you had a hand crafted guitar built just for you?

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by Richard Harvey

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Pricing and ordering 

Since each guitar is custom made the ordering process is very individualized.  If you are considering a custom guitar please contact me to discuss the details of your order.  When we have determined what you are looking for a detailed Purchase Agreement is sent to you to review and revise if needed.  When we have agreed upon your order the form is returned along with a 25% non refundable deposit. An additional 25% is required when construction of your guitar begins (usually within four to six months) and the remainder is due at the time of delivery. Current pricing starts at $1600USD for a resonator and $2100USD for a Steel string guitar To convert to another currency click here.) Options for a custom built guitar are almost endless but a few more common options and their approximate prices are listed below.  Approximate waiting time for new instruments is two to six months. 

(All prices are listed in $US Funds)

Standard features include: 

Choice of woods including Sitka Spruce, Lutz Spruce or Red Cedar for the top, Maple, Walnut, Mahogany or East Indian Rosewood for the Back and sides and Mahogany for the neck. Bridges and finger boards are available in Ebony and Rosewood. Other woods such as Adirondack (Red) Spruce for the top, and Cocobolo  for back and sides are available for a small additional fee For a list of Available woods and pricing Click here. 
Choice of Wood or plastic Binding, Rosette and purfling. 
Choice of Grover Open Back or sealed Tuners 
Shell dot position markers on fingerboard 
Pearl inlayed A in Headstock (Available in Abalone, White, Gold and black) 
High quality French Polish finish 
Hand-Laminated archtop guitar case, Available in tweed or black.
Sound Hole Humidifier and Hygrometer

Optional features: 

The "Wedge" tm - $200
Cutaway - $300 
Diamond Volute on neck - $50
Bound fret board - $75
Pearl rosette inlay- $200 
Pearl Inlayed purfling - $200
Grover Gold Plated Tuners - $25
Waverly tuners - $150-$200 
Slotted Headstock - $100
"Diamonds and Squares" position Markers on Fingerboard - $125 
"Snowflake" position Markers on Fingerboard - $150 
Pickup - Contact for price 
Custom inlay - priced per design (For an idea of prices and possible designs check out DePaule Supply)
Calton Guitar case (check for price)
Master grade quality wood -Contact for price and availability.
Other woods including bear claw spruce tops, highly figured maple, mahogany and walnut, Brazilian Rosewood and other exotic woods are usually available for special order. Contact for price and availability. For a description of woods and prices click here. 

Warranty

All Arvey guitars have a 6 day money back Satisfaction guaranteed. If during that time you are not satisfied for any reason, return the Guitar and receive a refund (excluding initial deposit. Initial deposit will be returned when the guitar is sold. For highly customized guitars the deposit may not be refundable). As well, Arvey Guitars carry a limited lifetime warranty against defects in material and workmanship. Warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, abuse, or damage caused by environmental conditions such as extremes of temperature and/or humidity. For Information on the proper care of your Arvey Guitar click here.

To Discuss your personal hand crafted Guitar contact Arvey Guitars.

Send e mail to arvey@shaw.ca with questions or comments about this web site.
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Last modified: March 29, 2007