Bill Stroud and BJS Bars

Michael McNeill · Post by **Michael McNeill** » 3 Feb 2009 2:05 pm

I have been meaning to pick up a BJS Bar for some time now. One thing after another kept preventing me from doing it. My Day Job is a Heart Attack waiting to happen.

I looked at the BJS Web Site one evening last week after getting home from a road trip. I was real tired and should have gone to bed. I saw a picture of the Bar but, my tired eyes did not make out the stone in the nose of the bar.

I wrote Bill Stroud a dumb _ _ _ email asking about what end of the Bar the stone went into and how do I order one, Because I was too tired to figure it out for myself.

Bill wrote me back with a number to call. I spoke to Mrs Stroud 1st and asked her what color stones looked best and she gave me her opinion, Then I talked to Bill who was a perfect gentleman. I enjoyed the pleasant conversation so much, I ordered a Steelers Choice Seat and a Bar and felt good about the whole thing.

Bill called me the next day worried because he had given me a wrong price on the shipping. We talked about playing steel and Bill insisted on trowing in some other items to make up for the small amount he had over charged for shipping. Then he called me back with Tracking information.

What a pleasant experience! I think my stuff will arrive tomorrow. I know I will love everything i purchased from Bill.

I wish I lived closer to Tennessee because there are some people I have met through the Forum that I would like to drive over and see, just to say Hello.

There are some really beautiful people that visit this site. I have to deal with some that are not so pleasant all week long. You guys are great.

Have a pleasant evening,

Mike

Bill Stroud · Post by **Bill Stroud** » 5 Feb 2009 2:06 pm

Hi Mike did you get your Seat and Bar yet?
Thanks,
Bill

Jon Light (deceased) · Post by **Jon Light (deceased)** » 5 Feb 2009 2:55 pm

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Bill Stroud · Post by **Bill Stroud** » 5 Feb 2009 3:53 pm

Thanks for the picture, that's a good shot.
Bill

Michael McNeill · Post by **Michael McNeill** » 6 Feb 2009 8:56 am

Hello Bill,

The Seat and bar came yesterday afternoon. I was dead tired after work but I had to try it out. I ended up playing for 2 hours. You were right about the 9/16" Bar. It is "different". Can't describe it. I found my self using a slightly different technique with my left hand. Sounds better/ cleaner I think.

Thanks for everything. Great stuff, and I am very happy to make your aquaintance.

Have a great day,

Mike

Jody Sanders · Post by **Jody Sanders** » 6 Feb 2009 12:17 pm

You just can't beat Bill Stroud for quality and service. Jody.

Jody Sanders · Post by **Jody Sanders** » 6 Feb 2009 12:18 pm

You just can't beat Bill Stroud for quality and service. Jody.

Jody Sanders · Post by **Jody Sanders** » 6 Feb 2009 2:00 pm

I have know earthly idea how this double post happened. I guess it is because Bill is twice as good as the rest. Jody.

Gary Preston · Post by **Gary Preston** » 7 Feb 2009 12:54 pm

Love my Bar .

G.P.

Bill Stroud · Post by **Bill Stroud** » 10 Feb 2009 3:47 pm

Thanks Gary, Look at Music , Lessons for sale on this forum to see the Clic Tab Cd's that I'll have in Dallas or email in your order $60.00 each for Ron Turner's Cd.
Bill

Ken Mizell · Post by **Ken Mizell** » 12 Feb 2009 4:01 pm

OK, I gave up the resistance and caved in. I faxed an order up to Bill this afternoon. I'll be anxiously awaiting my new bar - the 7/8 x 3 3/8 plain nose version. Last night I was at the Florida Steel Guitar Club Jam. Before the show and during break I noticed darned near every bar I saw laying on a steel was a BJS. One of my friends let me hold his one day recently and I was quite impressed. No sense in waiting any more. This one will replace a couple of 27-28 year old Jim Dunlop bars.

Bill Stroud · Post by **Bill Stroud** » 12 Feb 2009 4:13 pm

Hi Ken, well your bar is boxed and will be shipped first thing in the morning.
Let me know how you like it.
Thanks for the order,
Bill

Ken Mizell · Post by **Ken Mizell** » 12 Feb 2009 4:26 pm

Thanks Bill. That's fast!

I'll be in touch.

Kevin Hatton · Post by **Kevin Hatton** » 12 Feb 2009 7:01 pm

As far as I'm concerned Bill Stroud makes the finest steel guitar bar in the world. He is also a class individual with outstanding customer service. I wouldn't use anything else. They ain't cheap, but they are the best, and I'm a firm believer in you get what you pay for.

john buffington · Post by **john buffington** » 13 Feb 2009 8:41 pm

I personally have not found anything I would replace or trade either of mine with! Just my opinion!
John Buffington

Bill Stroud · Post by **Bill Stroud** » 14 Feb 2009 4:09 pm

Kevin it's been a long time since I've heard from you, hope all is well.
Thanks for your comments, and all the other guys also, that's what keeps me going.
Satisfied customers.
Thanks,
Bill

Patricia Warnock · Post by **Patricia Warnock** » 14 Feb 2009 4:22 pm

I'll be picking up my BJS bar at the Dallas show. Bill - can't wait - See you then!

CrowBear Schmitt · Post by **CrowBear Schmitt** » 15 Feb 2009 1:36 am

BJS bars & Bill come up solid
another happy camper here

Micky Byrne · Post by **Micky Byrne** » 15 Feb 2009 1:55 am

I got my BJS bar from Gerry Hogan here in England. It's a 15/16 and for a 10 string even though I play a universal 12 string. Bill's bars are the best I've ever used and the bigger size of the 15/16 feels more comfortable. Bill's a good man to deal with....sent me for free a new Evans logo for my amp as the one I had had seen better days

Micky Byrne United Kingdom

www.micky-byrne.co.uk

Bill Stroud · Post by **Bill Stroud** » 16 Feb 2009 10:42 am

Hi Micky & Crowbear, and all,
Good to hear from you all, thanks for your comments.
Hope to see most or all of you in Dallas, I know Patricia will be there for sure.
Bill

Julian Goldwhite · Post by **Julian Goldwhite** » 16 Feb 2009 12:13 pm

Bill,

You have another very satisfied customer! Ordered it last Tuesday, arrived on Friday. It is such a joy to play, seems to have an extra sizzle on the high end, but is very full sounding and smoove, just the way I like it! Really makes me want to sit down and PLAY!

Best,

Julian

Jerry Bull · Post by **Jerry Bull** » 16 Feb 2009 3:04 pm

I love my bar, won't play without it. Seriously folks I do believe Bills bars have to be the best ones out there. Love it

Ken Mizell · Post by **Ken Mizell** » 17 Feb 2009 4:34 pm

Got my order today (7/8 x 3 3/8 plain nose). Excellent bar. I love it. It's slick and flawless, with a nice little draw string bag as a bonus. I love the weight and feel. I haven't been able to play with it yet, since my right arm is in a sling from shoulder surgery. It hasn't been fun sitting around here looking at my lonely steel sitting there, and not being able to practice. Great service - I ordered on 2/12, it shipped on 2/13, arrived on 2/17 (delayed by Presidents Day and no USPS delivery). My wife keeps wondering how much more "steel stuff" I'm going to buy - well, I'm done buying bars, that's for sure.

James Marlowe · Post by **James Marlowe** » 17 Feb 2009 7:08 pm

Hey Ken,
Tell Ms Sony there's no such thing as too much steel stuff!

Ken Mizell · Post by **Ken Mizell** » 17 Feb 2009 8:25 pm

James - Right, at least until the pack seat fills up.

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