Gordon Laughead pianos

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Here in northern Indiana there are several around. They were made at least 
into the early '70,s, because when Charles Walter first started building 
pianos, I believe with the Janssen logo, he was using the same plates as 
Laughead. He said they weren't his preferred design, but by sharing the plate 
maker and template, he could save a little money until he was able to put his 
own design into production. I believe Jim Coleman had a hand in the design 
that Walter's came up with. Anyway, the Laughead's are not rare and none of 
them have really stood up to time and usage around here.
John Stroup