Spencer Cole
Maker and Restorer
of Violin Family Bows

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Hi, I'm Spencer Cole

I have worked professionally as a luthier and archetier since 2018, specializing in the making, repair and restoration of bows of the violin family. I aim to provide honest and quality service with every customer. I work closely with other makers and shops to provide comprehensive service to the Southern Oregon area.

I am located in Grants Pass, Oregon and operate by appointment only. Please contact me if you wish to setup an appointment.

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Services Offered

My goal is to provide you with all of the services you need and none of the ones you don't. I evaluate each bow individually and asses the work required. Please see below for a price list of general repairs. Advanced repairs will always require an evaluation for a quote!

In addition to repairing and restoring bows, I also handcraft fine violin, viola and cello bows in the French method utilizing the highest quality pernambuco, ebony, precious metals and mother of pearl.

See the gallery below for some examples of my work on bows — as well as instruments and instrument photography.

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Rehairs
White, Black, ChestnutViolin, Viola$80
Cello$85
Bass$100
Salt & PepperAdd $5
Windings
Silver Plated (Student Bows)Violin, Viola, Cello$75
Bass$80
Sterling Silver, Tinsel, Faux WhaleboneViolin, Viola, Cello$95
Bass$105
Silk (2 colors)Violin, Viola, Cello$95
Bass$105
Silk (3 colors)Add $10
Leather
Thumb GripGoat$40
Lizard$45
CollarSmall$10
Large$20
Handle ProtectorLeather$50
Tape Alternative$20
Tip Plates
Student* (Faux Ivory)Violin, Viola, Cello$95
Bass$105
Professional* (Faux Ivory)Violin, Viola, Cello$150
Bass$160
Mammoth IvoryViolin, Viola, Cello$180
Bass$220
SilverViolin, Viola, Cello$220
Bass$260
*based on bow quality
Mother of Pearl
SlideViolin, Viola, Cello$185
Bass$195
EyeViolin, Viola, Cello$50
Bass$60
Stick Repairs
Head Spline (Broken Head)$250
Bush Handle (New Nipple)$280
Bush Primary Screw Hole$120
Bush Secondary Screw Hole$90
Epoxy Fill Thumb Indent$185
Button & Screw Repairs
Replace ScrewViolin, Viola, Cello$60
Bass$65
Replace EyeletViolin, Viola, Cello$40
Bass$45
Frog Repairs
Bush Eyelet$90
Replace Silver Pin$30

Contact Me

Please provide as much information as possible. I will get back to you at my earliest opportunity.

You can also contact me directly by email.

spencer@colebows.com