In a message dated 98-03-14 21:41:39 EST, you write: << I have a Conover upright with some missing hammer butts. <snip> Has anyone saved parts from a Conover that I might buy? >> I don't have a source of supply but can make one suggestion: Years ago I replaced one by taking a standard hammer butt and pulling out the catcher with its short shank. The remaining hole was about in the right place for the hook on the end of the jack (I may have had to elongate it). Trimming the catcher shank to the appropriate angle and epoxying it to the top of the butt completed the repair. I have not seen the piano since and so don't know how well it held. Bill Maxim, RPT
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