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SimonF
PostPosted: Tue Apr 19, 2011 11:42 am 
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Hi Everyone,
I am looking to outsource some work to a skilled CNC guy. I have been working with someone but his back gave out and he is limited in what he can do now. And so I will be taking those projects to someone else. Is there someone you recommend that has great customer service and can be timely. I will need an hour or two of programming work completed and then a small scale production of product from time to time.

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John Mayes
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I've had bridges and fretboards made by Stuart Gort here on the forum (Zlurgh). They are the nicest guitar parts I've ever gotten from any CNC guy. He is not bargain basement pricing, but his work shows.

I also just got a couple routing templates from Don Williams. Affordable prices, and good work too.

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Bill Hodge
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Simon,

In addition to the one's John pointed out, there's also Saint Lutherie CNC services.

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Rick Davis
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And NC Solutions in Bozeman (or is it Berlin?) MT. Steve Carlson's company -- formerly of Flatiron Mandolins, does excellent work for many people.
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Bob at Saint Lutherie does some stuff for me....

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Thanks!!!
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Ditto for Don Williams

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I would trust Don in a second to do great work. I would use him myself but started working with Steve Spodaryk before Don was set up. Steve does perfect work as well.

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Ever since Don set up his CNC, he, along with Steve Spodaryk have been making my signature logo as well as various templates and special needs projects. Most recently, Don has done fretboard slotting and the results are accurate and consistent. It won't be long before he gets filled up. I'm just glad I became a customer early.

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Don Williams
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Hey guys...thanks for the kudos!
FYI, I'm doing arched/stopped fret slots to get that faux binding look, if that appeals to anyone.

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