I know Bob, though not through his luthiery...Do you know Carlos Jimenez? He used to work for the local guy, he lives out in Thane. I think he still has an interest in luthiery.

There is also a local guy that builds guitars...the name escapes me at the moment, but when the guy who told me about him gets back from Pelican, I will ask after him for ya. You might enjoy the unique experience of working on the instrument that you play.