Reviewer: Edward F.

This video on bow rehairing was well done. It covered all the steps involved. The only thing lacking was (perhaps) more in-depth explanation on some of the steps - the "why" about what was done. In particular, on the step where the hair is "turned" to minimize longer hairs on the underside of the hair band, not much comment was made about this fact. Same thing when the step to ensure even hair tension was performed. Exactly what was being done there was not spoken about by Mr. Foster, even though it is one of the more critical steps. It is left to the viewer to figure out what he is doing when the comb is used to pull the hair tight and then the tail of the hair is tucked underneath. Other than these issues, alot can be learned from this video, and is to be recommended highly.

Reviewer: manuel b.

Mostly good. I contacted Mr. Foster asking for sources of supply of some of the wood used but have NOT received a response. Thanks Manuel Berberian

Reviewer: John G.

For someone who has never rehaired a bow this program will do well to give them some initial exposure, but I found the information incomplete.

I work as a professional bowmaker and have rehaired over a thousand bows. I'm always looking for any possible new information that I can use. I found the hairing method in the program straight forward. It might have been useful to include alternative methods of rehairing, including rehairing "frog to tip," which is the method that I use and which many consider superior.

Also, including more of the "why" of a certain rehairing techniques would be helpful. This includes the why of wetting the hair during the combing process and more information about hair length depending on the season. A real challange. There was also no mention of the fact that the wet hair needs to be pulled tighter than playing tension after rehairing and then allowed to dry completely for several hours prior to rosining. The program mentions that one cleans the stick with a "moistened cloth," but makes no mention of what medium is used.

Overall, I'd give this program a "B-".

Reviewer: William O.

An excellent production! Hope you have more of violin repairing. Would recommend this for anyone interested in this field.

Reviewer: Thomas m.

It was very helpful to see a real professional do his work.It resulted in a first time re hair job for me.

Reviewer: David H.

This video covers all the major portions of rehairing a violin bow and is directed to anyone who may be planning to tackle this job normally reserved for professionals. The photography is good and shows the details of the frog and tip mortises with clear close-ups.