Hi, Lance and list. My technique for this fun task were actually very successful. Using a steel plate, such as the table on a drill press, or table saw, I held the key upside down just to the rear of the sharp. Using a sharp rap with a snap of the wrist, I brought the sharp down flat on the steel plate. Voila'. It is vital that you bring the key down flat. No splinters, just a clean separation. Other surfaces, concrete, wood, etc., just don't seem to work as dependably. Works for me. Steve >>> "Lance Lafargue" <lafargue@iamerica.net> 01/05 3:53 PM >>> I have to replace the sharps in a relatively new C6. (chipped ebony-Karen's fingernails?) I have been told to just knock off or pry the old sharps off, but when I did, splinters from the key came off with the sharps. I don't want to mess with the front key bushings by using steam or heat, or glue solvent. How do I remove the old ebony sharps and reglue the new ones keeping the key "as is" with a professional result? Thanks! LANCE LAFARGUE, RPT LAFARGUE PIANO SERVICES New Orleans Chapter Mandeville, LA. lafargue@iamerica.net
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