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Spent some time at arthurs place this past week and let me tell ya I am blown away by his passion for banjos. He just loves them. Even though he only did some minor work for me while I was there it was his attitude about doing it that was so great. I got the chance to play several of his banjos he built and let me tell ya that there is not a bad one in his bunch. If you need any work done from spike installs to having a full banjo built do yourself a favor and contact arthur before you make a decision. You will not find better service or quality at a better price!!!

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10

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Arthur has done two necks for me: a diamond-and-squares for an early style 3, and a sunburst maple style 12 for a '54 conversion. Both are well made and play wonderfully. Arthur is particularly adept at matching stain colors and his sunburst neck matched the provided resonator perfectly. He will do everything he can to please the customer, and will generously offer his advice when asked. Arthur Hatfield epitomizes honesty, quality, and value.
Update: Arthur has more recently recut the heel of a copy neck for a BB Granada for me. Couldn't have imagined a better result. Two thumbs up!

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10

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I have had the pleasure of dealing with Arthur on a number of items over the last five years or so. It started with a bridge and ended up with a new Hafield Custom that I picked up in July.

I could not ask for anything more out of anyone. Arthur is one of the most honest, straight shooting people I have ever met. His work is outstanding. I have had my new Hatfield for five months and it just keeps getting better. I had numerous discussions with Arthur when planning this banjo. Arthur got every detail perfect.

Arthur does not charge enough for his craftmanship.

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10