Martins Violins

22/08/2026

If anyone is looking for a fine French cello bow at an incerdible price, take a look at the link to my website for details.
The owner had no expectation of it's value and is simply happy for someone to enjoy it.
It's been reduced from £8,000 to £5,500!

French Cello bow- silver mount by Victor Thomassin. Available for viewing in South Wales.

06/10/2025

I Can’t believe this lovely French cello is still looking for its new home!

At £12,500, it’s definitely an investment — but for a cello of this quality, it’s fantastic, you’d pay much more further east of South Wales!

Made in Château-Thierry, France, this instrument carries the Barzoni name, used exclusively by Beare & Son of London between 1880 and 1920 for their top-quality imports. It has a gorgeous, rich tone and plays beautifully.

Have a look on my website for more details — and feel free to book a no-obligation trial:
👉 https://martinsviolins.co.uk/for.../jerome-thibouville-lamy

14/05/2025

I would very much appreciate if all my customers and friends would spend just a few minutes to sign the petition in the link below.
I studied at the Newark school of violin making 24 years ago and owe it a debt of gratitude to have started me career in Lutherie. It's a very special age old trade that is much needed for our future.
Please share so we can get as many signatures as possible.

https://www.change.org/p/save-the-newark-school-of-musical-instrument-crafts?fbclid=IwY2xjawKRkBpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETBEUmpoNlRLalZZVjZQRXhmAR5IQLC0JWl0ANZ6-bz5_b2eOO6UPIODb_qQGECgUl3mJtZDFL5qWVLuMH8B7g_aem_h0thV2xDbHKfS_TxzvvpkQ

Save the Newark School of Musical Instrument Crafts!

26/04/2025

Eugène SARTORY Violin Bow. Paris, 1905. 63g

Rarely available in such excellent condition.

Probably the finest bow maker of the 20th century, Sartory bows rank among the most sought-after and coveted in the world. This classic early period Sartory bow needs no introduction. Accompanied by a recent certificate of authenticy by Pierre Guillaume, Maison Bernard, Brussels.

21/04/2025

And finally....
Pegs stained and fitted. Now working like a well oiled swiss watch!

20/04/2025

New boxwood pegs fitted.

20/04/2025

White wood ends of the peg bushes sealed and retouched.

09/04/2025

Bushings sawn off and cut flush to the pegbox using very sharp chisels!
Ready to seal the end grain to accept the retouching varnish.

09/04/2025

Peg bushings glued in