Luthierlyn LLC brings decades of instrument restoration expertise to the Hudson Valley, specializing in the meticulous repair and restoration of fretted instruments. Owner and luthier Lyndon Hardy has built a reputation for tackling challenging projects that other shops might turn away, from 1850s Martin parlor guitars found in attics to rare contra-bass balalaikas requiring complete structural rebuilds.

The shop’s portfolio demonstrates exceptional skill in vintage guitar work, including historically accurate restorations using traditional techniques like hide glue and French polishing. Hardy’s experience spans guitars, mandolins, and banjos, with particular expertise in neck resets, crack repair, and complete instrument reconstructions. Notable projects include a restoration for folk musician Happy Traum and extensive work on pre-war Martins and Gibsons.

The workshop handles everything from routine fretwork and setups to complex structural repairs involving custom brace fabrication and binding replacement. Hardy’s attention to historical accuracy‚while accommodating modern player preferences when requested‚makes Luthierlyn a trusted destination for players seeking authentic restoration work. The shop also mentors apprentice luthiers, passing along traditional instrument repair techniques to the next generation of guitar techs.