Colorado Guitar Company serves the Durango area as the home of JC Baxendale Handmade Guitars, where master luthier John Baxendale combines over 21 years of guitar-building expertise with comprehensive repair services. Baxendale’s background in guitar repair provided the foundation for his craft, sharpening his eye for aesthetics while developing deep knowledge of playability and tonal optimization.

The shop specializes in custom boutique guitar builds inspired by golden era instruments from the 1930s, crafted using traditional old-world techniques. Each handmade guitar reflects Baxendale’s commitment to continuous improvement and attention to detail honed over two decades in the business.

Beyond building custom instruments, Colorado Guitar Company offers expert guitar repair and restoration services, with particular expertise in vintage guitar work. Baxendale approaches each repair‚from routine setups and fretwork to complex restorations‚with the same meticulous standards he applies to his handmade instruments. This luthier’s dual focus on building and repairing gives him unique insight into instrument construction and maintenance, ensuring that every guitar leaving the shop meets exacting standards for playability and sound quality.