Pianotech

Hi All,

 I'm looking for a little guidance with this piano. 

My history: 
Im 38 years old. I've been working on and with pianos for the past 20 years. The first 12 we're under guidance of an RPT here. It was taught to rebuild, refinish, restrung, move, and tune. I've completed the 2 of the 3 RPT exams with a 95+ percent each (pre-Covid). Aural tuning is my last and I'm working on sharpening those skills in preparation to take the aural exam at next years nation convention.  

 I've rebuilt many pianos over the years and was contacted about tuning the square mentioned in the title. I was the 10th tech they called (I'm about an hour and a half away and the wife was trying to get someone more local to their location first). I was able to take a look at it today and, at minimum, needs net hammer heads, damper felts, and strings. The wife picked it up at an estate sale for free as a birthday gift to herself 6 years ago. 

 They are not hurting for money and have high interest in getting this beast into a playable and tunable state regardless of the cost. I advised they it definitely wouldn't be cost effective bland they know that but still want to press forward. 

My questions:
Is there anyone currently that can/will make a set of hammers for this rig? I remember reading years ago that Jurgen might have a source but I know that he has recently stepped away from the supply industry. 

The bridges and soundboard are in good looking shape. There is still a slight crown in the board. What else should I be looking for aside from strings (JD Grandt is my usual "go-to"), pins (original oblong pins are in it), damper felts (special sizes?), and hammer heads?

I've rebuilt a few old timers recently (1880's Weber grand and a 1860's Camp & Co. upright) but this is a different animal. I'm open to the adventure and they want the work done.

 Any guidance/direction would be appreciated (aside from "run away as fast as you can).

Hi All,

 I'm looking for a little guidance with this piano. 

My history:
Im 38 years old. I've been working on and with pianos for the past 20 years. The first 12 we're under guidance of an RPT here. It was taught to rebuild, refinish, restrung, move, and tune. I've completed the 2 of the 3 RPT exams with a 95+ percent each (pre-Covid). Aural tuning is my last and I'm working on sharpening those skills in preparation to take the aural exam at next years nation convention.  

 I've rebuilt many pianos over the years and was contacted about tuning the square mentioned in the title. I was the 10th tech they called (I'm about an hour and a half away and the wife was trying to get someone more local to their location first). I was able to take a look at it today and, at minimum, needs net hammer heads, damper felts, and strings. The wife picked it up at an estate sale for free as a birthday gift to herself 6 years ago. 

 They are not hurting for money and have high interest in getting this beast into a playable and tunable state regardless of the cost. I advised they it definitely wouldn't be cost effective bland they know that but still want to press forward. 

My questions:
Is there anyone currently that can/will make a set of hammers for this rig? I remember reading years ago that Jurgen might have a source but I know that he has recently stepped away from the supply industry. 

The bridges and soundboard are in good looking shape. There is still a slight crown in the board. What else should I be looking for aside from strings (JD Grandt is my usual "go-to"), pins (original oblong pins are in it), damper felts (special sizes?), and hammer heads?

I've rebuilt a few old timers recently (1880's Weber grand and a 1860's Camp & Co. upright) but this is a different animal. I'm open to the adventure and they want the work done.

 Any guidance/direction would be appreciated (aside from "run away as fast as you can).

Hi All,

 I'm looking for a little guidance with this piano. 

My history:
Im 38 years old. I've been working on and with pianos for the past 20 years. The first 12 we're under guidance of an RPT here. It was taught to rebuild, refinish, restrung, move, and tune. I've completed the 2 of the 3 RPT exams with a 95+ percent each (pre-Covid). Aural tuning is my last and I'm working on sharpening those skills in preparation to take the aural exam at next years nation convention.  

 I've rebuilt many pianos over the years and was contacted about tuning the square mentioned in the title. I was the 10th tech they called (I'm about an hour and a half away and the wife was trying to get someone more local to their location first). I was able to take a look at it today and, at minimum, needs net hammer heads, damper felts, and strings. The wife picked it up at an estate sale for free as a birthday gift to herself 6 years ago. 

 They are not hurting for money and have high interest in getting this beast into a playable and tunable state regardless of the cost. I advised they it definitely wouldn't be cost effective bland they know that but still want to press forward. 

My questions:
Is there anyone currently that can/will make a set of hammers for this rig? I remember reading years ago that Jurgen might have a source but I know that he has recently stepped away from the supply industry. 

The bridges and soundboard are in good looking shape. There is still a slight crown in the board. What else should I be looking for aside from strings (JD Grandt is my usual "go-to"), pins (original oblong pins are in it), damper felts (special sizes?), and hammer heads?

I've rebuilt a few old timers recently (1880's Weber grand and a 1860's Camp & Co. upright) but this is a different animal. I'm open to the adventure and they want the work done.

 Any guidance/direction would be appreciated (aside from "run away as fast as you can).

Hi All,

 I'm looking for a little guidance with this piano. 

My history:
Im 38 years old. I've been working on and with pianos for the past 20 years. The first 12 we're under guidance of an RPT here. It was taught to rebuild, refinish, restrung, move, and tune. I've completed the 2 of the 3 RPT exams with a 95+ percent each (pre-Covid). Aural tuning is my last and I'm working on sharpening those skills in preparation to take the aural exam at next years nation convention.  

 I've rebuilt many pianos over the years and was contacted about tuning the square mentioned in the title. I was the 10th tech they called (I'm about an hour and a half away and the wife was trying to get someone more local to their location first). I was able to take a look at it today and, at minimum, needs net hammer heads, damper felts, and strings. The wife picked it up at an estate sale for free as a birthday gift to herself 6 years ago. 

 They are not hurting for money and have high interest in getting this beast into a playable and tunable state regardless of the cost. I advised they it definitely wouldn't be cost effective bland they know that but still want to press forward. 

My questions:
Is there anyone currently that can/will make a set of hammers for this rig? I remember reading years ago that Jurgen might have a source but I know that he has recently stepped away from the supply industry. 

The bridges and soundboard are in good looking shape. There is still a slight crown in the board. What else should I be looking for aside from strings (JD Grandt is my usual "go-to"), pins (original oblong pins are in it), damper felts (special sizes?), and hammer heads?

I've rebuilt a few old timers recently (1880's Weber grand and a 1860's Camp & Co. upright) but this is a different animal. I'm open to the adventure and they want the work done.

 Any guidance/direction would be appreciated (aside from "run away as fast as you can).

Hi All,

 I'm looking for a little guidance with this piano. 

My history:
Im 38 years old. I've been working on and with pianos for the past 20 years. The first 12 we're under guidance of an RPT here. It was taught to rebuild, refinish, restrung, move, and tune. I've completed the 2 of the 3 RPT exams with a 95+ percent each (pre-Covid). Aural tuning is my last and I'm working on sharpening those skills in preparation to take the aural exam at next years nation convention.  

 I've rebuilt many pianos over the years and was contacted about tuning the square mentioned in the title. I was the 10th tech they called (I'm about an hour and a half away and the wife was trying to get someone more local to their location first). I was able to take a look at it today and, at minimum, needs net hammer heads, damper felts, and strings. The wife picked it up at an estate sale for free as a birthday gift to herself 6 years ago. 

 They are not hurting for money and have high interest in getting this beast into a playable and tunable state regardless of the cost. I advised they it definitely wouldn't be cost effective bland they know that but still want to press forward. 

My questions:
Is there anyone currently that can/will make a set of hammers for this rig? I remember reading years ago that Jurgen might have a source but I know that he has recently stepped away from the supply industry. 

The bridges and soundboard are in good looking shape. There is still a slight crown in the board. What else should I be looking for aside from strings (JD Grandt is my usual "go-to"), pins (original oblong pins are in it), damper felts (special sizes?), and hammer heads?

I've rebuilt a few old timers recently (1880's Weber grand and a 1860's Camp & Co. upright) but this is a different animal. I'm open to the adventure and they want the work done.

 Any guidance/direction would be appreciated (aside from "run away as fast as you can).

Hi All,

 I'm looking for a little guidance with this piano. 

My history:
Im 38 years old. I've been working on and with pianos for the past 20 years. The first 12 we're under guidance of an RPT here. It was taught to rebuild, refinish, restrung, move, and tune. I've completed the 2 of the 3 RPT exams with a 95+ percent each (pre-Covid). Aural tuning is my last and I'm working on sharpening those skills in preparation to take the aural exam at next years nation convention.  

 I've rebuilt many pianos over the years and was contacted about tuning the square mentioned in the title. I was the 10th tech they called (I'm about an hour and a half away and the wife was trying to get someone more local to their location first). I was able to take a look at it today and, at minimum, needs net hammer heads, damper felts, and strings. The wife picked it up at an estate sale for free as a birthday gift to herself 6 years ago. 

 They are not hurting for money and have high interest in getting this beast into a playable and tunable state regardless of the cost. I advised they it definitely wouldn't be cost effective bland they know that but still want to press forward. 

My questions:
Is there anyone currently that can/will make a set of hammers for this rig? I remember reading years ago that Jurgen might have a source but I know that he has recently stepped away from the supply industry. 

The bridges and soundboard are in good looking shape. There is still a slight crown in the board. What else should I be looking for aside from strings (JD Grandt is my usual "go-to"), pins (original oblong pins are in it), damper felts (special sizes?), and hammer heads?

I've rebuilt a few old timers recently (1880's Weber grand and a 1860's Camp & Co. upright) but this is a different animal. I'm open to the adventure and they want the work done.

 Any guidance/direction would be appreciated (aside from "run away as fast as you can).

Thanks to those that have replied thus far. Lots of things to keep in mind.

 I realize that the time involved will be more than a modern or traditional piano and will plan accordingly. To clear up any misunderstandings: The client isn't looking for a full blow restoration. Currently, it is a nice looking piece of furniture and they would like it to be a functional piano, sound "ok", and be able to be tuned up to A440. Rescaling will be on the list as well. They know it will never sound like a full sized modern piano and are ok with that. 

Chris: In telling the client that it wouldn't be cost effective to do the work, it was purely to inform them that, if they were to out the money into it and try to flip it/sell it, they most likely wouldn't never see their dollars again. I wasn't trying to discourage them from doing the work but more so to be transparent from a purely financial perspective. 

 I may reach out to those that have responded for more insight and will definitely check out Chris' YouTube vids that I may have missed. 

Hi All,

 I'm looking for a little guidance with this piano. 

My history:
Im 38 years old. I've been working on and with pianos for the past 20 years. The first 12 we're under guidance of an RPT here. It was taught to rebuild, refinish, restrung, move, and tune. I've completed the 2 of the 3 RPT exams with a 95+ percent each (pre-Covid). Aural tuning is my last and I'm working on sharpening those skills in preparation to take the aural exam at next years nation convention.  

 I've rebuilt many pianos over the years and was contacted about tuning the square mentioned in the title. I was the 10th tech they called (I'm about an hour and a half away and the wife was trying to get someone more local to their location first). I was able to take a look at it today and, at minimum, needs net hammer heads, damper felts, and strings. The wife picked it up at an estate sale for free as a birthday gift to herself 6 years ago. 

 They are not hurting for money and have high interest in getting this beast into a playable and tunable state regardless of the cost. I advised they it definitely wouldn't be cost effective bland they know that but still want to press forward. 

My questions:
Is there anyone currently that can/will make a set of hammers for this rig? I remember reading years ago that Jurgen might have a source but I know that he has recently stepped away from the supply industry. 

The bridges and soundboard are in good looking shape. There is still a slight crown in the board. What else should I be looking for aside from strings (JD Grandt is my usual "go-to"), pins (original oblong pins are in it), damper felts (special sizes?), and hammer heads?

I've rebuilt a few old timers recently (1880's Weber grand and a 1860's Camp & Co. upright) but this is a different animal. I'm open to the adventure and they want the work done.

 Any guidance/direction would be appreciated (aside from "run away as fast as you can).

Thanks to those that have replied thus far. Lots of things to keep in mind.

 I realize that the time involved will be more than a modern or traditional piano and will plan accordingly. To clear up any misunderstandings: The client isn't looking for a full blow restoration. Currently, it is a nice looking piece of furniture and they would like it to be a functional piano, sound "ok", and be able to be tuned up to A440. Rescaling will be on the list as well. They know it will never sound like a full sized modern piano and are ok with that. 

Chris: In telling the client that it wouldn't be cost effective to do the work, it was purely to inform them that, if they were to out the money into it and try to flip it/sell it, they most likely wouldn't never see their dollars again. I wasn't trying to discourage them from doing the work but more so to be transparent from a purely financial perspective. 

 I may reach out to those that have responded for more insight and will definitely check out Chris' YouTube vids that I may have missed. 

Hi All,

 I'm looking for a little guidance with this piano. 

My history:
Im 38 years old. I've been working on and with pianos for the past 20 years. The first 12 we're under guidance of an RPT here. It was taught to rebuild, refinish, restrung, move, and tune. I've completed the 2 of the 3 RPT exams with a 95+ percent each (pre-Covid). Aural tuning is my last and I'm working on sharpening those skills in preparation to take the aural exam at next years nation convention.  

 I've rebuilt many pianos over the years and was contacted about tuning the square mentioned in the title. I was the 10th tech they called (I'm about an hour and a half away and the wife was trying to get someone more local to their location first). I was able to take a look at it today and, at minimum, needs net hammer heads, damper felts, and strings. The wife picked it up at an estate sale for free as a birthday gift to herself 6 years ago. 

 They are not hurting for money and have high interest in getting this beast into a playable and tunable state regardless of the cost. I advised they it definitely wouldn't be cost effective bland they know that but still want to press forward. 

My questions:
Is there anyone currently that can/will make a set of hammers for this rig? I remember reading years ago that Jurgen might have a source but I know that he has recently stepped away from the supply industry. 

The bridges and soundboard are in good looking shape. There is still a slight crown in the board. What else should I be looking for aside from strings (JD Grandt is my usual "go-to"), pins (original oblong pins are in it), damper felts (special sizes?), and hammer heads?

I've rebuilt a few old timers recently (1880's Weber grand and a 1860's Camp & Co. upright) but this is a different animal. I'm open to the adventure and they want the work done.

 Any guidance/direction would be appreciated (aside from "run away as fast as you can).

Hi All,

 I'm looking for a little guidance with this piano. 

My history: 
Im 38 years old. I've been working on and with pianos for the past 20 years. The first 12 we're under guidance of an RPT here. It was taught to rebuild, refinish, restrung, move, and tune. I've completed the 2 of the 3 RPT exams with a 95+ percent each (pre-Covid). Aural tuning is my last and I'm working on sharpening those skills in preparation to take the aural exam at next years nation convention.  

 I've rebuilt many pianos over the years and was contacted about tuning the square mentioned in the title. I was the 10th tech they called (I'm about an hour and a half away and the wife was trying to get someone more local to their location first). I was able to take a look at it today and, at minimum, needs net hammer heads, damper felts, and strings. The wife picked it up at an estate sale for free as a birthday gift to herself 6 years ago. 

 They are not hurting for money and have high interest in getting this beast into a playable and tunable state regardless of the cost. I advised they it definitely wouldn't be cost effective bland they know that but still want to press forward. 

My questions:
Is there anyone currently that can/will make a set of hammers for this rig? I remember reading years ago that Jurgen might have a source but I know that he has recently stepped away from the supply industry. 

The bridges and soundboard are in good looking shape. There is still a slight crown in the board. What else should I be looking for aside from strings (JD Grandt is my usual "go-to"), pins (original oblong pins are in it), damper felts (special sizes?), and hammer heads?

I've rebuilt a few old timers recently (1880's Weber grand and a 1860's Camp & Co. upright) but this is a different animal. I'm open to the adventure and they want the work done.

 Any guidance/direction would be appreciated (aside from "run away as fast as you can).

Hi All,

 I'm looking for a little guidance with this piano. 

My history: 
Im 38 years old. I've been working on and with pianos for the past 20 years. The first 12 we're under guidance of an RPT here. It was taught to rebuild, refinish, restrung, move, and tune. I've completed the 2 of the 3 RPT exams with a 95+ percent each (pre-Covid). Aural tuning is my last and I'm working on sharpening those skills in preparation to take the aural exam at next years nation convention.  

 I've rebuilt many pianos over the years and was contacted about tuning the square mentioned in the title. I was the 10th tech they called (I'm about an hour and a half away and the wife was trying to get someone more local to their location first). I was able to take a look at it today and, at minimum, needs net hammer heads, damper felts, and strings. The wife picked it up at an estate sale for free as a birthday gift to herself 6 years ago. 

 They are not hurting for money and have high interest in getting this beast into a playable and tunable state regardless of the cost. I advised they it definitely wouldn't be cost effective bland they know that but still want to press forward. 

My questions:
Is there anyone currently that can/will make a set of hammers for this rig? I remember reading years ago that Jurgen might have a source but I know that he has recently stepped away from the supply industry. 

The bridges and soundboard are in good looking shape. There is still a slight crown in the board. What else should I be looking for aside from strings (JD Grandt is my usual "go-to"), pins (original oblong pins are in it), damper felts (special sizes?), and hammer heads?

I've rebuilt a few old timers recently (1880's Weber grand and a 1860's Camp & Co. upright) but this is a different animal. I'm open to the adventure and they want the work done.

 Any guidance/direction would be appreciated (aside from "run away as fast as you can).

Hi All,

 I'm looking for a little guidance with this piano. 

My history:
Im 38 years old. I've been working on and with pianos for the past 20 years. The first 12 we're under guidance of an RPT here. It was taught to rebuild, refinish, restrung, move, and tune. I've completed the 2 of the 3 RPT exams with a 95+ percent each (pre-Covid). Aural tuning is my last and I'm working on sharpening those skills in preparation to take the aural exam at next years nation convention.  

 I've rebuilt many pianos over the years and was contacted about tuning the square mentioned in the title. I was the 10th tech they called (I'm about an hour and a half away and the wife was trying to get someone more local to their location first). I was able to take a look at it today and, at minimum, needs net hammer heads, damper felts, and strings. The wife picked it up at an estate sale for free as a birthday gift to herself 6 years ago. 

 They are not hurting for money and have high interest in getting this beast into a playable and tunable state regardless of the cost. I advised they it definitely wouldn't be cost effective bland they know that but still want to press forward. 

My questions:
Is there anyone currently that can/will make a set of hammers for this rig? I remember reading years ago that Jurgen might have a source but I know that he has recently stepped away from the supply industry. 

The bridges and soundboard are in good looking shape. There is still a slight crown in the board. What else should I be looking for aside from strings (JD Grandt is my usual "go-to"), pins (original oblong pins are in it), damper felts (special sizes?), and hammer heads?

I've rebuilt a few old timers recently (1880's Weber grand and a 1860's Camp & Co. upright) but this is a different animal. I'm open to the adventure and they want the work done.

 Any guidance/direction would be appreciated (aside from "run away as fast as you can).

Hi All,

 I'm looking for a little guidance with this piano. 

My history:
Im 38 years old. I've been working on and with pianos for the past 20 years. The first 12 we're under guidance of an RPT here. It was taught to rebuild, refinish, restrung, move, and tune. I've completed the 2 of the 3 RPT exams with a 95+ percent each (pre-Covid). Aural tuning is my last and I'm working on sharpening those skills in preparation to take the aural exam at next years nation convention.  

 I've rebuilt many pianos over the years and was contacted about tuning the square mentioned in the title. I was the 10th tech they called (I'm about an hour and a half away and the wife was trying to get someone more local to their location first). I was able to take a look at it today and, at minimum, needs net hammer heads, damper felts, and strings. The wife picked it up at an estate sale for free as a birthday gift to herself 6 years ago. 

 They are not hurting for money and have high interest in getting this beast into a playable and tunable state regardless of the cost. I advised they it definitely wouldn't be cost effective bland they know that but still want to press forward. 

My questions:
Is there anyone currently that can/will make a set of hammers for this rig? I remember reading years ago that Jurgen might have a source but I know that he has recently stepped away from the supply industry. 

The bridges and soundboard are in good looking shape. There is still a slight crown in the board. What else should I be looking for aside from strings (JD Grandt is my usual "go-to"), pins (original oblong pins are in it), damper felts (special sizes?), and hammer heads?

I've rebuilt a few old timers recently (1880's Weber grand and a 1860's Camp & Co. upright) but this is a different animal. I'm open to the adventure and they want the work done.

 Any guidance/direction would be appreciated (aside from "run away as fast as you can).

Hi All,

 I'm looking for a little guidance with this piano. 

My history:
Im 38 years old. I've been working on and with pianos for the past 20 years. The first 12 we're under guidance of an RPT here. It was taught to rebuild, refinish, restrung, move, and tune. I've completed the 2 of the 3 RPT exams with a 95+ percent each (pre-Covid). Aural tuning is my last and I'm working on sharpening those skills in preparation to take the aural exam at next years nation convention.  

 I've rebuilt many pianos over the years and was contacted about tuning the square mentioned in the title. I was the 10th tech they called (I'm about an hour and a half away and the wife was trying to get someone more local to their location first). I was able to take a look at it today and, at minimum, needs net hammer heads, damper felts, and strings. The wife picked it up at an estate sale for free as a birthday gift to herself 6 years ago. 

 They are not hurting for money and have high interest in getting this beast into a playable and tunable state regardless of the cost. I advised they it definitely wouldn't be cost effective bland they know that but still want to press forward. 

My questions:
Is there anyone currently that can/will make a set of hammers for this rig? I remember reading years ago that Jurgen might have a source but I know that he has recently stepped away from the supply industry. 

The bridges and soundboard are in good looking shape. There is still a slight crown in the board. What else should I be looking for aside from strings (JD Grandt is my usual "go-to"), pins (original oblong pins are in it), damper felts (special sizes?), and hammer heads?

I've rebuilt a few old timers recently (1880's Weber grand and a 1860's Camp & Co. upright) but this is a different animal. I'm open to the adventure and they want the work done.

 Any guidance/direction would be appreciated (aside from "run away as fast as you can).

Hi All,

 I'm looking for a little guidance with this piano. 

My history:
Im 38 years old. I've been working on and with pianos for the past 20 years. The first 12 we're under guidance of an RPT here. It was taught to rebuild, refinish, restrung, move, and tune. I've completed the 2 of the 3 RPT exams with a 95+ percent each (pre-Covid). Aural tuning is my last and I'm working on sharpening those skills in preparation to take the aural exam at next years nation convention.  

 I've rebuilt many pianos over the years and was contacted about tuning the square mentioned in the title. I was the 10th tech they called (I'm about an hour and a half away and the wife was trying to get someone more local to their location first). I was able to take a look at it today and, at minimum, needs net hammer heads, damper felts, and strings. The wife picked it up at an estate sale for free as a birthday gift to herself 6 years ago. 

 They are not hurting for money and have high interest in getting this beast into a playable and tunable state regardless of the cost. I advised they it definitely wouldn't be cost effective bland they know that but still want to press forward. 

My questions:
Is there anyone currently that can/will make a set of hammers for this rig? I remember reading years ago that Jurgen might have a source but I know that he has recently stepped away from the supply industry. 

The bridges and soundboard are in good looking shape. There is still a slight crown in the board. What else should I be looking for aside from strings (JD Grandt is my usual "go-to"), pins (original oblong pins are in it), damper felts (special sizes?), and hammer heads?

I've rebuilt a few old timers recently (1880's Weber grand and a 1860's Camp & Co. upright) but this is a different animal. I'm open to the adventure and they want the work done.

 Any guidance/direction would be appreciated (aside from "run away as fast as you can).

Hi All,

 I'm looking for a little guidance with this piano. 

My history:
Im 38 years old. I've been working on and with pianos for the past 20 years. The first 12 we're under guidance of an RPT here. It was taught to rebuild, refinish, restrung, move, and tune. I've completed the 2 of the 3 RPT exams with a 95+ percent each (pre-Covid). Aural tuning is my last and I'm working on sharpening those skills in preparation to take the aural exam at next years nation convention.  

 I've rebuilt many pianos over the years and was contacted about tuning the square mentioned in the title. I was the 10th tech they called (I'm about an hour and a half away and the wife was trying to get someone more local to their location first). I was able to take a look at it today and, at minimum, needs net hammer heads, damper felts, and strings. The wife picked it up at an estate sale for free as a birthday gift to herself 6 years ago. 

 They are not hurting for money and have high interest in getting this beast into a playable and tunable state regardless of the cost. I advised they it definitely wouldn't be cost effective bland they know that but still want to press forward. 

My questions:
Is there anyone currently that can/will make a set of hammers for this rig? I remember reading years ago that Jurgen might have a source but I know that he has recently stepped away from the supply industry. 

The bridges and soundboard are in good looking shape. There is still a slight crown in the board. What else should I be looking for aside from strings (JD Grandt is my usual "go-to"), pins (original oblong pins are in it), damper felts (special sizes?), and hammer heads?

I've rebuilt a few old timers recently (1880's Weber grand and a 1860's Camp & Co. upright) but this is a different animal. I'm open to the adventure and they want the work done.

 Any guidance/direction would be appreciated (aside from "run away as fast as you can).

Hi All,

 I'm looking for a little guidance with this piano. 

My history:
Im 38 years old. I've been working on and with pianos for the past 20 years. The first 12 we're under guidance of an RPT here. It was taught to rebuild, refinish, restrung, move, and tune. I've completed the 2 of the 3 RPT exams with a 95+ percent each (pre-Covid). Aural tuning is my last and I'm working on sharpening those skills in preparation to take the aural exam at next years nation convention.  

 I've rebuilt many pianos over the years and was contacted about tuning the square mentioned in the title. I was the 10th tech they called (I'm about an hour and a half away and the wife was trying to get someone more local to their location first). I was able to take a look at it today and, at minimum, needs net hammer heads, damper felts, and strings. The wife picked it up at an estate sale for free as a birthday gift to herself 6 years ago. 

 They are not hurting for money and have high interest in getting this beast into a playable and tunable state regardless of the cost. I advised they it definitely wouldn't be cost effective bland they know that but still want to press forward. 

My questions:
Is there anyone currently that can/will make a set of hammers for this rig? I remember reading years ago that Jurgen might have a source but I know that he has recently stepped away from the supply industry. 

The bridges and soundboard are in good looking shape. There is still a slight crown in the board. What else should I be looking for aside from strings (JD Grandt is my usual "go-to"), pins (original oblong pins are in it), damper felts (special sizes?), and hammer heads?

I've rebuilt a few old timers recently (1880's Weber grand and a 1860's Camp & Co. upright) but this is a different animal. I'm open to the adventure and they want the work done.

 Any guidance/direction would be appreciated (aside from "run away as fast as you can).

Hi All,

 I'm looking for a little guidance with this piano. 

My history:
Im 38 years old. I've been working on and with pianos for the past 20 years. The first 12 we're under guidance of an RPT here. It was taught to rebuild, refinish, restrung, move, and tune. I've completed the 2 of the 3 RPT exams with a 95+ percent each (pre-Covid). Aural tuning is my last and I'm working on sharpening those skills in preparation to take the aural exam at next years nation convention.  

 I've rebuilt many pianos over the years and was contacted about tuning the square mentioned in the title. I was the 10th tech they called (I'm about an hour and a half away and the wife was trying to get someone more local to their location first). I was able to take a look at it today and, at minimum, needs net hammer heads, damper felts, and strings. The wife picked it up at an estate sale for free as a birthday gift to herself 6 years ago. 

 They are not hurting for money and have high interest in getting this beast into a playable and tunable state regardless of the cost. I advised they it definitely wouldn't be cost effective bland they know that but still want to press forward. 

My questions:
Is there anyone currently that can/will make a set of hammers for this rig? I remember reading years ago that Jurgen might have a source but I know that he has recently stepped away from the supply industry. 

The bridges and soundboard are in good looking shape. There is still a slight crown in the board. What else should I be looking for aside from strings (JD Grandt is my usual "go-to"), pins (original oblong pins are in it), damper felts (special sizes?), and hammer heads?

I've rebuilt a few old timers recently (1880's Weber grand and a 1860's Camp & Co. upright) but this is a different animal. I'm open to the adventure and they want the work done.

 Any guidance/direction would be appreciated (aside from "run away as fast as you can).

Hi All,

 I'm looking for a little guidance with this piano. 

My history:
Im 38 years old. I've been working on and with pianos for the past 20 years. The first 12 we're under guidance of an RPT here. It was taught to rebuild, refinish, restrung, move, and tune. I've completed the 2 of the 3 RPT exams with a 95+ percent each (pre-Covid). Aural tuning is my last and I'm working on sharpening those skills in preparation to take the aural exam at next years nation convention.  

 I've rebuilt many pianos over the years and was contacted about tuning the square mentioned in the title. I was the 10th tech they called (I'm about an hour and a half away and the wife was trying to get someone more local to their location first). I was able to take a look at it today and, at minimum, needs net hammer heads, damper felts, and strings. The wife picked it up at an estate sale for free as a birthday gift to herself 6 years ago. 

 They are not hurting for money and have high interest in getting this beast into a playable and tunable state regardless of the cost. I advised they it definitely wouldn't be cost effective bland they know that but still want to press forward. 

My questions:
Is there anyone currently that can/will make a set of hammers for this rig? I remember reading years ago that Jurgen might have a source but I know that he has recently stepped away from the supply industry. 

The bridges and soundboard are in good looking shape. There is still a slight crown in the board. What else should I be looking for aside from strings (JD Grandt is my usual "go-to"), pins (original oblong pins are in it), damper felts (special sizes?), and hammer heads?

I've rebuilt a few old timers recently (1880's Weber grand and a 1860's Camp & Co. upright) but this is a different animal. I'm open to the adventure and they want the work done.

 Any guidance/direction would be appreciated (aside from "run away as fast as you can).

Hi All,

 I'm looking for a little guidance with this piano. 

My history:
Im 38 years old. I've been working on and with pianos for the past 20 years. The first 12 we're under guidance of an RPT here. It was taught to rebuild, refinish, restrung, move, and tune. I've completed the 2 of the 3 RPT exams with a 95+ percent each (pre-Covid). Aural tuning is my last and I'm working on sharpening those skills in preparation to take the aural exam at next years nation convention.  

 I've rebuilt many pianos over the years and was contacted about tuning the square mentioned in the title. I was the 10th tech they called (I'm about an hour and a half away and the wife was trying to get someone more local to their location first). I was able to take a look at it today and, at minimum, needs net hammer heads, damper felts, and strings. The wife picked it up at an estate sale for free as a birthday gift to herself 6 years ago. 

 They are not hurting for money and have high interest in getting this beast into a playable and tunable state regardless of the cost. I advised they it definitely wouldn't be cost effective bland they know that but still want to press forward. 

My questions:
Is there anyone currently that can/will make a set of hammers for this rig? I remember reading years ago that Jurgen might have a source but I know that he has recently stepped away from the supply industry. 

The bridges and soundboard are in good looking shape. There is still a slight crown in the board. What else should I be looking for aside from strings (JD Grandt is my usual "go-to"), pins (original oblong pins are in it), damper felts (special sizes?), and hammer heads?

I've rebuilt a few old timers recently (1880's Weber grand and a 1860's Camp & Co. upright) but this is a different animal. I'm open to the adventure and they want the work done.

 Any guidance/direction would be appreciated (aside from "run away as fast as you can).

Hi All,

 I'm looking for a little guidance with this piano. 

My history:
Im 38 years old. I've been working on and with pianos for the past 20 years. The first 12 we're under guidance of an RPT here. It was taught to rebuild, refinish, restrung, move, and tune. I've completed the 2 of the 3 RPT exams with a 95+ percent each (pre-Covid). Aural tuning is my last and I'm working on sharpening those skills in preparation to take the aural exam at next years nation convention.  

 I've rebuilt many pianos over the years and was contacted about tuning the square mentioned in the title. I was the 10th tech they called (I'm about an hour and a half away and the wife was trying to get someone more local to their location first). I was able to take a look at it today and, at minimum, needs net hammer heads, damper felts, and strings. The wife picked it up at an estate sale for free as a birthday gift to herself 6 years ago. 

 They are not hurting for money and have high interest in getting this beast into a playable and tunable state regardless of the cost. I advised they it definitely wouldn't be cost effective bland they know that but still want to press forward. 

My questions:
Is there anyone currently that can/will make a set of hammers for this rig? I remember reading years ago that Jurgen might have a source but I know that he has recently stepped away from the supply industry. 

The bridges and soundboard are in good looking shape. There is still a slight crown in the board. What else should I be looking for aside from strings (JD Grandt is my usual "go-to"), pins (original oblong pins are in it), damper felts (special sizes?), and hammer heads?

I've rebuilt a few old timers recently (1880's Weber grand and a 1860's Camp & Co. upright) but this is a different animal. I'm open to the adventure and they want the work done.

 Any guidance/direction would be appreciated (aside from "run away as fast as you can).

Hi All,

 I'm looking for a little guidance with this piano. 

My history:
Im 38 years old. I've been working on and with pianos for the past 20 years. The first 12 we're under guidance of an RPT here. It was taught to rebuild, refinish, restrung, move, and tune. I've completed the 2 of the 3 RPT exams with a 95+ percent each (pre-Covid). Aural tuning is my last and I'm working on sharpening those skills in preparation to take the aural exam at next years nation convention.  

 I've rebuilt many pianos over the years and was contacted about tuning the square mentioned in the title. I was the 10th tech they called (I'm about an hour and a half away and the wife was trying to get someone more local to their location first). I was able to take a look at it today and, at minimum, needs net hammer heads, damper felts, and strings. The wife picked it up at an estate sale for free as a birthday gift to herself 6 years ago. 

 They are not hurting for money and have high interest in getting this beast into a playable and tunable state regardless of the cost. I advised they it definitely wouldn't be cost effective bland they know that but still want to press forward. 

My questions:
Is there anyone currently that can/will make a set of hammers for this rig? I remember reading years ago that Jurgen might have a source but I know that he has recently stepped away from the supply industry. 

The bridges and soundboard are in good looking shape. There is still a slight crown in the board. What else should I be looking for aside from strings (JD Grandt is my usual "go-to"), pins (original oblong pins are in it), damper felts (special sizes?), and hammer heads?

I've rebuilt a few old timers recently (1880's Weber grand and a 1860's Camp & Co. upright) but this is a different animal. I'm open to the adventure and they want the work done.

 Any guidance/direction would be appreciated (aside from "run away as fast as you can).

Hi All,

 I'm looking for a little guidance with this piano. 

My history:
Im 38 years old. I've been working on and with pianos for the past 20 years. The first 12 we're under guidance of an RPT here. It was taught to rebuild, refinish, restrung, move, and tune. I've completed the 2 of the 3 RPT exams with a 95+ percent each (pre-Covid). Aural tuning is my last and I'm working on sharpening those skills in preparation to take the aural exam at next years nation convention.  

 I've rebuilt many pianos over the years and was contacted about tuning the square mentioned in the title. I was the 10th tech they called (I'm about an hour and a half away and the wife was trying to get someone more local to their location first). I was able to take a look at it today and, at minimum, needs net hammer heads, damper felts, and strings. The wife picked it up at an estate sale for free as a birthday gift to herself 6 years ago. 

 They are not hurting for money and have high interest in getting this beast into a playable and tunable state regardless of the cost. I advised they it definitely wouldn't be cost effective bland they know that but still want to press forward. 

My questions:
Is there anyone currently that can/will make a set of hammers for this rig? I remember reading years ago that Jurgen might have a source but I know that he has recently stepped away from the supply industry. 

The bridges and soundboard are in good looking shape. There is still a slight crown in the board. What else should I be looking for aside from strings (JD Grandt is my usual "go-to"), pins (original oblong pins are in it), damper felts (special sizes?), and hammer heads?

I've rebuilt a few old timers recently (1880's Weber grand and a 1860's Camp & Co. upright) but this is a different animal. I'm open to the adventure and they want the work done.

 Any guidance/direction would be appreciated (aside from "run away as fast as you can).

Hi All,

 I'm looking for a little guidance with this piano. 

My history:
Im 38 years old. I've been working on and with pianos for the past 20 years. The first 12 we're under guidance of an RPT here. It was taught to rebuild, refinish, restrung, move, and tune. I've completed the 2 of the 3 RPT exams with a 95+ percent each (pre-Covid). Aural tuning is my last and I'm working on sharpening those skills in preparation to take the aural exam at next years nation convention.  

 I've rebuilt many pianos over the years and was contacted about tuning the square mentioned in the title. I was the 10th tech they called (I'm about an hour and a half away and the wife was trying to get someone more local to their location first). I was able to take a look at it today and, at minimum, needs net hammer heads, damper felts, and strings. The wife picked it up at an estate sale for free as a birthday gift to herself 6 years ago. 

 They are not hurting for money and have high interest in getting this beast into a playable and tunable state regardless of the cost. I advised they it definitely wouldn't be cost effective bland they know that but still want to press forward. 

My questions:
Is there anyone currently that can/will make a set of hammers for this rig? I remember reading years ago that Jurgen might have a source but I know that he has recently stepped away from the supply industry. 

The bridges and soundboard are in good looking shape. There is still a slight crown in the board. What else should I be looking for aside from strings (JD Grandt is my usual "go-to"), pins (original oblong pins are in it), damper felts (special sizes?), and hammer heads?

I've rebuilt a few old timers recently (1880's Weber grand and a 1860's Camp & Co. upright) but this is a different animal. I'm open to the adventure and they want the work done.

 Any guidance/direction would be appreciated (aside from "run away as fast as you can).