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November 2021 by Bill Roberts
I’ve known Don Hardy for many years, however, I never had a wood boat until this year. After moving to the Boise area (from So Cal) earlier this year, one of the first things on my list of “things to do” was to find and purchase a wood boat. Well, I found one in Minnesota. It’s is a 1956 Chris Craft Capri. After receiving the boat here in July, Don referred me to Meridian Automotive for some needed ignition and carburetor work. After that was all done, I brought “Sweet Annie” up to McCall to have Don and McCall Boat Works store and service the boat through the summer and winter. The boat ran great all summer and Don’s service was spectacular, providing launch and landing services when I could not do that. After the summer I asked Don to re-surface and re-paint (copper) Sweet Annie’s bottom. He and the boys at McCall Boat Works took care of that work within a month after the summer season. They did a great job and now Sweet Annie is wrapped up and tucked away for the winter at the Shamrock storage facility waiting for Spring 2022 !Thanks Don and your crew for all the work this past Summer and Fall, I look forward to many years in Sweet Annie on Payette Lake with your wonderful support and services !
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October 2020 by Barbara Gough
Don Did a fantastic job selling our boat for us. It took a little time but Don kept at it until it sold. We highly recommend him.
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October 2020 by Jim Burnett
Don Hardy and McCall Boatworks took over a half finished restoration of a 1938 Chris Craft Custom. The original restorer abandoned my restoration project midway thru and left me to find a shop that would take a half done boat and turn it into a work of art. Don was that restorer - he took what looked to me to be a disaster and turned it into a work of art. Along with Noel Weber, he made the project an outstanding success. Not only is Don one of the finest restoration professionals out there, he is also a fine human being. When Don tells you something is going to be done on a date, he is done on that date. He provides pictures and updates without asking. Honesty and integrity are part of Don’s DNA. By the time you are done with a restoration at Don’s shop you not only have a beautiful wood boat but you also have a new friend.
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August 2020 by Tom Emling
We are the next generation "carekeepers" of Don Hardy and McCall Boat Works' incredible Gar Wood Speedster 1935 tribute + recreation build and outstanding classic boat. It is a stunning example of the award winning craftsmanship that Don offers in every antique restoration and each original boat build from McCall Boat Works. Thank you, Don! Tom & Diane Emling
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May 2020 by Whitney Gardiner
Don has helped with a boat that has been in the family a long, long time. He is the kind of guy my father would be happy to know is helping to keep the old boat afloat. Thank you Don for your craftsmanship and care.
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May 2020 by Mario Kilsdonk V
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February 2020 by Renee Pontious
Don does top quality work on every boat he touches. Trustworthy and professional. Always look forward to seeing his work at the boat shows.
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February 2020 by Joe Scharf
Don from MBW took my dad’s old beat up boat and turned it into the work of art shown here. He keeps it looking great for us and we always get
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February 2020 by Gretchen Bolton
McCall Boat Works and Don Hardy’s restoration of our boat, Kenny B, was exceptional. The historical accuracy and attention to every detail was meticulous. Beyond the outstanding restoration, the personal touches from Don are above and beyond. The kindness and service he showed to my family, from a fun family boat ride to a couple of driving lessons, Don went from a recommended boating expert to family friend. We cannot recommend Don highly enough. Kenny & Suz Bolton
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February 2020 by Gary Villiard
Don Hardy at McCall's oversaw the overhaul of an engine for me that was destined for a boat belonging to the Thai Royal family. I cannot express what a fantastic job Don did and how he worked his tail off to make the overhaul affordable. McCall's has a great support operation and Don is personally a fantastic guy. I can't thank them all enough for their support and continuing check ups on the engine by email.
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January 2020 by Gretchen Bolton
McCall Boat Works and Don Hardy’s restoration of my parent's boat, Kenny B, was exceptional. The historical accuracy and attention to every detail was meticulous. Beyond the outstanding restoration, the personal touches from Don are above and beyond. The kindness and service he showed to my family, from a fun family boat ride to a couple of driving lessons, Don went from a recommended boating expert to family friend. Don is awesome.
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December 2019 by Ronald Nahas
McCall Boat Works has been restoring, rebuilding, and maintaining my antique boats for many years. Their work has been flawless with extraordinary attention to detail. If you are looking for perfection, there is no better choice.
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November 2019 by Don Ayers
If historical accuracy and quality work are what you're looking for in a boat restoration then Don Hardy at McCall Boat Works is the place. I've worked with Don on a number of customer projects and his level of detail is outstanding but most important is his ability to run a business that combines the quality with detail AND production to final product. I've seen very few in the wooden boat hobby that excel at all three.
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November 2019 by Gregory Denmark
I have been in Lake Tahoe during many of the Boat shows over the years and I must say that Don's boats always outshine the competition. He is very meticulous and thorough, while keeping the boats historically correct. I have recently acquired a 59 Chris Craft and I plan on using McCall Boat works to serve as a guide/guru to help with the many questions I may have? As well as purchasing the rare parts I will need to complete my boat.
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November 2019 by McCall Web Design
I don't know how they do it but Don can take an old wooden boat and restore it to perfection. Amazing! The Fin and Tonic won best in show.
