Bechstein Pinblock

[Paul Chick (Earthlink)]

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> Subject: Bechstein Pinblock
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> I'm replacing my first Bechstein pinblock.  This one had to be done.  It
> was literally falling apart.  SO...now that I'm ready to begin shaping
> the Bolduc blank I can't find an appropriate router bit with a 25
> degree angle to cut the ledge.
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> Try Eagle America.  They have a website, and many router bits.  Find one
> close, then shim the base of your router for the exact angle.
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> Paul C
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I've replace several Bechstein pinblocks, along with a few
Bosey/Bluthner/ancient S&S/Chickering/etc. openface pinblocks and have yet
to use a router for shaping and/or beveling. Shape two separate panels using
a bandsaw, chisels, disc grinders, etc., and glue the things together. It's
quick and easy and it doesn't even take all that much time -- you should be
done and stringing well before some fancy router bit arrives.

Del


_Actually, I do it as you have stated.  It's much more efficient.  Never did
try a router.  I happen to be on the Eagle America mailing list.  When the
need arrives, I check with them first.

Paul C