Over 40 years of tradition.
We specialize in the sales, restoration and repair of fine bowed instruments as well as bow re-hair, rentals, accessories, and adjustment. We also provide rental instruments supporting school music programs in the Southern California area.
Studied violin making with Italian luthier Albert Moglie, a master violin maker and the curator for more than 50 years of the Stradivarius instruments at the Smithsonian Institution. Stephen established Stephen R. Davy Violins in 1974 in Washington DC and later relocated to Southern California in 1982. Specializing in fine bow re-hair and personal adjustment appointments for optimum sound quality. Davy credits his mentors: Harry Duffy, Karl Roy, Albert Moglie, and Lynn Hannings.
Testimonials
“Stephen is a great luthier and a really nice person. His exceptional talent can be had for a very reasonable price. Always did beautiful work on my mandolins, guitars and double bass. He is a great musician as well and fun to play with. ”
“Stephen is a man of integrity. He is a master violin builder and an expert in repairs. He is kind, honest and very reasonable. If your are interested it purchasing a violin or are in need of a repair this the place to go!”
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About Stephen
Studied violin making with Italian luthier Albert Moglie, a master violin maker and the curator for more than 50 years of the Stradivarius instruments at the Smithsonian Institution. Stephen established Stephen R. Davy Violins in 1974 in Washington DC and later relocated to Southern California in 1982. Specializing in fine bow re-hair and personal adjustment appointments for optimum sound quality.