I just ran across a chapter in "The American Reed Organ" entitled "Restoration" that discusses rebuilding, restoration and renovation. Apparently others have this same dilemma of the 3 Rs. REBUILD - Major repairs...(that) require a level of effort beyond mere repair. RESTORATION - (beyond rebuilding)...implies preservation, faithfulness to the original in appearance, materials and workmanship, reversibility of repairs and documentation of work done. RENOVATION - Similar to restoration, but with improvements added to make the instrument more suitable for present-day use. Tom Cole
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