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  • 1.  Looking for Baldwin (Hamilton?) action bracket screw

    Posted 04-20-2022 22:44
    Well, it doesn't SAY "Hamilton" but it certainly is the same design. 
    This is the hex screw that screws into the plate threads securing the action bracket.  Found one stripped and bent today.  Hoping the plate threads are still intact.  Couldn't locate anything at Schaff or Pianotek.  Is Baldwin able to supply such things?  I haven't talked to them for years. Lost contact info years ago.

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    Timothy Edwards
    Beckley WV
    740-517-7636
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  • 2.  RE: Looking for Baldwin (Hamilton?) action bracket screw

    Registered Piano Technician
    Posted 04-20-2022 23:44
    Try Home Depot, it's an ordinary hex bolt. You might want to get a tap as well to clean up the threads. 1/4 20 coarse thread I think but take your sample to the store.
    If you haven't used a tap before, find some instruction online. The last thing you need is to break the tap in the plate.

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    Steven Rosenthal
    Honolulu HI
    808-521-7129
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