If you would like to rent from us, click the link to download a rental agreement form:Rental Agreement Form (1.1MB)

Metzler Violins requires each renter to furnish the following credit information and identification:

1. Driver's License or official California ID or Passport (We will take a photo copy)
   
2. Two valid credit cards (VISA, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover)
   
3. Current home address (must match driver's license or other ID)
4. Phone numbers (minimum 2) and e-mail addresses
   
5. Your employer's name, address and phone number, and your spouse's
   
6. Private music teacher's name and phone number
   
7. Child's school name and address, and school music teacher's name (if applicable)
   
8. Personal contact name with address & phone numbers (not living with you)

We will apply 100% of your first three months' rent toward the purchase of the rented item, or toward the purchase of any other instrument or bow of equal or greater value. This special offer applies only if that item is purchased immediately at the end of the first 3-month rental period.

If you choose to continue renting for a longer period, and then decide to purchase, we will credit you with 50% of all your cumulative rent toward the purchase of the rented item, or toward the purchase of any other instrument or bow of equal or greater value.

Metzler Violins requires that two valid credit card numbers be left with us as a security deposit. If you have only one credit card, we will require additional information, such as a checking account number, passport number, and social security number. We cannot rent to those with no credit card. By signing our rental agreement you agree to allow us to charge future rental payments to these card numbers. If you become more than 30 days delinquent in rental payments interest will be charged at the rate of 1.75% per month on the outstanding balance.

All rentals will automatically be charged to one or more of the credit cards numbers you have provided us, on the renewal date of the rental. If you wish to pay by check or cash, your payment must reach us before the renewal date. It is your responsibility to get payment to us on time, and to insure that the credit card numbers you have given us will be approved. A $15 Late Charge will be assessed on each renewal date if there is not a working credit card number to use. In addition, monthly interest charges will accrue. Returned checks are subject to a $25 charge.

We will note the condition of the instrument, bow, and case at the time the items are first rented. They must be returned to Metzler at the end of the rental period in the same condition as when received. If damage is noted, a repair and/or devaluation charge will be due at the end of the rental period.  You, the renter, are responsible for excessive wear, warped or broken bridges, damaged or very dirty varnish, broken or worn strings, and stretched, dirty, or thinned-out bow hair, as well as for more obvious damage such as scratches, cracks, dents, chips, and broken bows. We must also charge for any stickers or tapes, or their residue, left on the rented instrument, bow, or case. You must not attempt any repairs yourself on equipment rented from Metzler Violins, nor have any other person or shop repair our equipment without our permission.  In cases of major damage, you may be required to purchase the rented item(s), at the sole discretion of the Metzler Violin Shop.

Metzler Violins strongly urges the purchase of supplemental insurance to protect you in case the rented item or items are lost, stolen, damaged or destroyed.  Metzler does not provide insurance, but can recommend several inexpensive insurance solutions.  You may also self-insure, or speak with your insurance agent regarding the coverage on your existing home-owner's or renter's insurance.  If we charge you for damage to, or loss of the rented item, you must pay Metzler when invoiced, even though you may be expecting reimbursement from an insurance company.  Without insurance the cost of repairs and devaluation may sometimes reach the retail value of the rented items.