I am definitely not an expert as I just began attempting to learn to play, but I got a lot of people suggesting Doucet's accordions when I was looking to buy. He's got a pretty **** good reputation around here and has been building for a long time.

Others will have more to say about his accordions. Hopefully they'll chime in.

get with mr, Elton doucet! he will make it all better. have one of his myself,great box , sounds great, plays better everytime I pick it up now. pound for pound for the money it's a great deal for a good LA. box with a good sound.just my two cents worth. good luck and welcome to the nation.

Ok. I'll give him a call today. And thanks for all the help and the welcome. I'll post a photo when I get it.
Happy New Year!

Jaz

John Doucet makes and sells parts to other accordion "makers" as well as building boxes himself.