Tom Bedell, founder of Two Old Hippies, began his career as a teenager importing and selling guitars before eventually returning to his passion after retiring from the family fishing business. After acquiring Breedlove Guitars in 2010, he focused on sustainability, ethical wood sourcing, and craftsmanship, ultimately relaunching Bedell Guitars as a boutique, hand-built brand. Centered on a deep belief in the connection between nature, music, and people, the Bedell Custom Shop in Oregon offers highly personalized instruments made from responsibly sourced woods, with each guitar tracing its origins back to specific forests. For Bedell, building a guitar is more than manufacturing—it’s an emotional, immersive journey that reflects both the player’s individuality and the natural world behind the instrument.