Luthier Daryl Perry www.perryguitars.com makes exquisite classical and steel string, as well as lutes and theorbos. I wouldn't trade by flattop for ANY factory-made guitar. I'm surprised this thread doesn't have more folk hollerin' about their hand-made guitars. Perry is a one-man shop, and he makes everything that isn't metal. Aesthetically beautiful and volume and sustain that put Martins to shame.
Cheers
Dennis