Our Feedback – Rat Bait Guitars

Rat Bait Guitars: Why Feedback Fuels Craft and Community

In the world of independent makers, feedback isn’t just a courtesy—it’s oxygen. For a company like ours, Rat Bait Guitars, every review is more than a pat on the back; it’s a compass that guides craft, customer experience, and creative
evolution.

Unlike mass-produced instruments, each Rat Bait Guitar or body carries a story of reclamation, rebellion, and artistry. That story doesn’t end when the guitar leaves the workshop—it continues in the hands of the player. Feedback closes that loop, reminding the maker that their work resonates, inspires, and endures.

  • Validation of Craft: Independent builders thrive on knowing their work meets (and exceeds) expectations.
  • Trust Building: In a crowded marketplace, authentic customer voices cut through the noise.
  • Continuous Improvement: Honest reflections highlight what’s working and where refinements can be made.
  • Community Creation: Reviews aren’t just about products—they’re about shared values, passion, and connection.

At Rat Bait Guitars, feedback is not filed away—it’s celebrated, learned from, and woven back into the creative process.

Here’s a snapshot of our recent feedback, that reflects the voice of the Rat Bait community:

  • “Totally excellent from start to finish. No rats were included.”
  • “Another great, unique, handcrafted guitar from an excellent creator. Professional packaging and shipping—delighted again ??.”
  • “Item was very well packed, exactly as described, and arrived quickly. Excellent communication all round. Very happy—thanks!”
  • “Once again, a great buying experience. I’ve bought several guitar bodies from this seller, and they always exceed expectations. This
    Tele body is the perfect base for my next project. Five-star service from a five-star chap. Huge thanks.”
  • “Lovely Telecaster copy in scavenged wood—looks great and plays beautifully! Rat Bait are great luthiers.”
  • “Arrived on time—very good guitar, the best I’ve ever had. Deep sound, perfectly set up.”
  • “A really nice guitar, unique and obviously made with great care. Exceptional value and a great addition to my collection.”
  • “Awesome—I would deal with Rat Bait again. Lovely looking guitar, leaving it to settle and looking forward to playing it.”
  • “Perfect little Telecaster body.”

Closing Thoughts

Feedback is more than a review—it’s a dialogue. For Rat Bait Guitars, it’s proof that reclaimed wood and rebellious design can become
instruments of joy, inspiration, and loyalty. Every comment, whether playful or profound, strengthens the bond between maker and
musician.

Website updated

Rat Bait Guitars have updated the front of their website – the shop site remains the same.

Rat Bait Guitars Made in Devon.

The guitars we sell are made using a combination of new and reclaimed parts. Our guitars are never perfect,  but they are great value – each guitar is a custom-built instrument. The guitar salvaged parts we sell are all tested to make sure they are fit for purpose.

We have a selection of new and used guitar bodies in stock, prices starting from £25.00 upwards. We have Telecaster and Stratocaster type bodies, some already painted and some in raw wood.

Occasionally we have 1960s / 1970s Japanese bodies in store, for example: a 1960s Teisco ET-200 Tulip Guitar Body.

The picture of our decrepit shed door is shameful – there is a fine line between cool and knackered sadly I think it is (literally) leaning towards the later.

The bodies we make are made from recycled wood gathered from various sources – old furniture, fence posts, salvaged timber from roof constructions, flooring etc. All constructed and shaped in our rat-infested shed in North Devon.

Reused and reshaped, these discarded bits of timber gems have been given a new life. The timber we use
is upcycled, repurposed and recycled. Each guitar we make is custom built, each one is unique and one of a kind.

Rat Bait Guitars - Website Updated

We use parts from the 1970s right up to the 2020s, mixed together to give the experience of ‘heritage’, our aim is to produce guitars that are very playable and sound better than the average homogenised guitars that are out there.

They won’t be shiny and shimmering – they will look rugged, with a few battle scars but they will compliment any serious guitar collection.

We carry a small amount of stock on our website, which changes constantly – contact us if you are looking for a part or want a custom build.

  • All items are posted using Royal Mail.
  • Orders dispatched within two working days.
  • We accept reasonable return requests.

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New Commissions On Hold Until November 2022

We currently are unable to take new commissions for custom guitars until the end of November 2022

We have been snowed under with projects. We do however still have several custom / rebuilt guitars in stock, with more waiting to be finished off. Unfortunately time hasn’t been on our side. We are confident that our backlog will be cleared and commissions will be accepted from December 2022.

Follow links to our online store or click on the product image and you will be taken to where you can purchase new, salvaged guitar parts and our Rat Bait Guitars. All transactions are carried out by PayPal for your convenience and
safety. Once payment is received, items are posted within two working days. There is no need to register on this site to purchase goods, just choose what you want and click on the PayPal button, this will take you straight to the payment option.

We try to be cheaper than eBay – Our Items are UK Post Free. Please Contact Us for International Shipping

Please remember – Non-UK clients must contact us before purchasing products. Shipping must be added for international shoppers. If you are from a non-UK country your order will not be dispatched unless you contact us before purchase. All UK shipping is free of charge.

We carry a small amount of stock which changes constantly – contact us if you are looking for a part or shopping for bargain guitar parts.

  • All items are posted using Royal Mail.
  • Orders dispatched within two working days.
  • We accept reasonable return requests.

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