Hurdy Gurdy Plans

Hurdy Gurdy Plans for building a hurdy gurdy at home may seem like a fun project, but it is not for the faint of heart. Unless you have experience in woodworking and instrument making, it will be a difficult and frustrating undertaking.

Why it’s not a good idea to get hurdy gurdy plans?

To start with, you will need access to specialized tools like a bandsaw, metal lathe, wooden lathe, and a fully-equipped workshop. Without these tools, building a hurdy gurdy to any reasonable standard of quality will be impossible.

If you are interested in building a hurdy gurdy for sale but lack the skills or equipment to do it properly, consider getting a “nerdy gurdy” kit instead. These kits provide all the parts and instructions needed to assemble a functional hurdy gurdy, without requiring the same level of technical expertise.

Finally, it’s worth noting that poorly made hurdy gurdies can give the instrument a bad name. The hurdy gurdy is an awesome instrument that deserves to be respected and appreciated. So, if you’re going to build one, make sure you do it right or leave it to the experts.

I have woodworking and luthierie experience!

Ok! perfect I can help you get detailed hurdy gurdy plans or hurdy gurdy blueprints so you can start your research

Here’s a list of books you definitely have to read if you are looking for hurdy gurdy plans

  • La Vielle a Roue by Michael Pignol
  • The Wrenn Design & Construction by Neil Brook

  • Decorative elements make them more expensive

    Additionally, some hurdy gurdies may feature intricate inlay work, carved heads or other decorative elements, which will for sure add to the cost, how time consuming do you think is making this beautiful binding, piece by piece, all by hand? Kudos to Chris Allen for this work.

  • Big name, big hurdy gurdy price

    Another factor that affects the price of a hurdy gurdy is the level of craftsmanship involved in its construction. Skilled luthiers who are experienced in building hurdy gurdies may charge a premium for their work, as these instruments require a great deal of expertise to construct. Additionally, the time and effort required to build a high-quality is huge