On Dec 31, 2007 8:07 PM, Martin Wisenbaker <mbjwisenbaker at juno.com> wrote: > I always put the straight string into the pin, let it protrude 1/16" on > the other side, and using my Insta-coiler, proceed to create the coil. > The becket is made on the first turn with the end of the string flush > with the pin. The first turn pulls the string back in to the flush > position. This is a "natural" becket. Pre made ones will likely work just > as well but it would take longer. > > Martin Wisenbaker, RPT > Houston, Texas > I've always done it the same way except I use my thumb, I don't have an insta-coiler, I'm not sure they were around when I started out 38 years ago but I've always had my thumb! <g> You just have to remember to lift it as the sharp end of the becket comes around or you lose a piece of meat out of your thumb or wrap it with duct tape! Mike -- The secret to creativity is knowing how to hide your sources. Michael Magness Magness Piano Service 608-786-4404 www.IFixPianos.com email mike at ifixpianos.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: https://www.moypiano.com/ptg/pianotech.php/attachments/20071231/4722ad70/attachment.html
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