Lacquer versus varnish on Steinways

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David  writes:

<< What is the history of Steinway using lacquer versus varnish for their
finishes? >>

Seems like Varnish was the finish of choice up until around WW II.  
Who knows when they started putting lacquer in hammers?  



Ed Foote RPT 
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