Dear Cyber Pilgrim,

Since I am a one-man operation, over time I have found it much better to build instruments specifically to each person's requirements instead of trying to keep one of everything on hand. Fortunately for the customer, he/she gets an instrument that was made just for them. If you are in the neighborhood, you can even pick out the wood! Unfortunately, during any given year I am out of town a good bit, teaching several week-long instrument building classes and doing historic instrument music programs, besides building any orders that come in. Bottom line, all of this means there is usually a 90 - 120 day wait for an instrument. I also ask folks to provide a 50% deposit at the time of the order with the balance due before shipment. I accept personal checks (allowing time for them to clear before shipment) and money orders, and have had very good success shipping my instruments internationally. Occasionally I will have some inventory, especially on the smaller instruments, so it doesn't hurt to ask. If you have any specific questions on the instruments or their availability, please give me an "e-holler" or a phone call at (423) 764-3332. I thank you for visiting the site and for your consideration.

Sincerely in His service,
John Huron, Proprietor, Noteworthy Instruments