Historically informed restoration
​Contemporary methods

Abe Liebhaber Bows and has grown from a small bowmaking studio to a large workshop with a loyal clientele and a talented staff with a passion for bows and high-quality instrument rentals. We exist to provide:

"...conservation-level bow rehair, restoration and maintenance, new bows made by us in addition to high-quality work by our colleagues and trusted suppliers, cellos new and consigned, and the best instrumental rental program in our region with in-house maintenance at reasonable cost to our diverse clientele and community."
(our Mission Statement)
Member:
American Federation of Violin and Bowmakers
Violin Society of America

​founded in 2013, San Diego, California

Testimonials

​I have had the pleasure of trying several of Mr. Liebhaber's viola bows- the quality of his work is pristine, and the balanced handling allows me to tackle different articulations with ease. In addition to his ability as a maker, I have always enjoyed Mr. Liebhaber's bow rehair. I recommend his workmanship without hesitation.

-Che-Yen Chen, viola
Professor of Viola
​University of California Los Angeles

Abe Liebhaber is an artist-craftsman of the highest order, and a true friend to performers on string instruments. We are fortunate that Abe is part of our San Diego musical community.

-Charles Curtis, cello
Professor of Cello
University of California San Diego

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San Diego Instrument Rentals
Location & Hours

​Our workshop is on Adams Avenue in North Park, San Diego. Our entrance is through the metal gate below our sign. Kindly ring the bell and we'll buzz you in.​

Hours

​Tuesday 11-5 
Wednesday 11-5 
Thursday 11-5
Saturday 12-4 

Contact

​(619) 343-1152

[email protected]

​Please make a courtesy phone call if you'd like to schedule a last minute walk-in.

Services

Bow Rehair

Bow rehair includes a general evaluation of bow condition, light cleaning, French Polish before the application of the highest quality of horsehair.​

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Bow Repair & Restoration

We offer tip repairs with traditional and contemporary materials, windings, frog repairs in ebony and other materials, pearl slide and eye replacements, eyelets, custom frog and button replicas, repairs of cracked or damaged sticks.​

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Instrument Rentals

High quality instrument rentals in San Diego, CA. Various violins, violas, and cellos available for rent in all sizes with professional setups. Rental equity accrues credit toward future purchases.​

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​Supplies & Accessories

​In addition to bows, we offer a variety of professional quality supplies, cases, and materials for maintaining bows and string instruments. 

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Bow Insurance Letters

Your bow is a valuable investment- for your own benefit it is important to properly care for it with a correct insurance evaluation. We charge $100 for insurance letters and $25 for updates to previously written Abe Liebhaber Bows insurance letters. 

Please respect the intended use of these letters as they are issued for personal use by owners for insurance valuations only.​

Our trial room at the workshop. ​

About Us

Abe Liebhaber Bows has grown from a well-regarded local shop into one serving Southern California, the desert Southwest, and Northwestern Mexico. Abe is a member of the American Federation of Violin and Bowmakers and the Violin Society of America.

We assist a wide range of skilled professionals and amateur musicians and intend to share our love of bows with the greater musical community whenever possible through education and conservation.

International Pernambuco Conservation Initiative

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