Richard Wilson is a maker of hand made bows from the finest quality materials, to suit the individual. Providing a high-quality bow repairing and rehairing service taking in work from across the globe.
He was trained in the Hill tradition of bow making, serving a full apprenticeship with Garner Wilson and has developed his own style to include a wide range of influences.
He produces baroque and classical, as well as modern, bows. Before becoming a bow maker he was a professional viola player and teacher, and is therefore sensitive to the needs of players.
In addition to making new bows the repair, re-hair and restoration of old bows is undertaken. A same day service is often available, by arrangement, depending on the degree of work to be done. Please enquire for further information.
New bows crafted from a range of well chosen stock of pernambuco for Violin, Viola, 'Cello and Double Bass. Frogs are made from quality ebony and inlayed with a variety of pearl or precious metals at the customers requirments.
A complete range of bows with gold or silver mounts are available.
Violin Head
Viola Head
Cello Head
Bass Viol Head
Violin Frog
Viola Frog
Cello Frog
Photographer: Yann Besson
Greenlawalls Lodge, Duddo, Berwick-upon-Tweed, TD15 2PR
Telephone: (+44) (0)1890 820322
Email: richardwilson.bowmaker@gmail.com
Opening times are by appointment only.