"Free" is not always free (long)

[Richard Brekne]

Great story Robert !

I do have one question tho, and only because of being exposed to Delwins
fine observations through my time here. How can it be do you think, that
the instrument can have all the visible detriments, need a new pinblock
and and yet have a decent soundboard and bridges ? Wouldnt it be likley
to assume that the panel is rather affected as well ? How did you
ascertain the soundboard and bridge were in "pretty good" condition.

Thanks for the story Robert. Been in similiar fields myself from time to
time :)

Happy New Year

RicB

> Robert Goodale wrote:
> 
> 
> Upon closer examination this thing will require a LOT of work to turn
> it back into a piano again.  The stings and multiple other metallic
> surfaces are rusted badly from the salt air.  It will undoubtedly need
> a new pin block.  The finish is a beyond repair and will require
> complete stripping.  Fortunately the soundboard and bridges look
> pretty good so long as it survives the drying out process in the Las
> Vegas environment.  Okay fine, it didn't cost anything did it?  I mean
> it was free and all wasn't it?
> 
> Rob Goodale, RPT
> Las Vegas, NV

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