[pianotech] Carbon Fiber Lever (was Hammer Technique: was Q & A Roundtable)

Mr. Mac's tune-repair at allegiance.tv
Sun Feb 6 08:15:10 MST 2011


On Feb 6, 2011, at 8:20 AM, Tom Driscoll wrote:

>    No problem , but you'll have to admit that  the inference was a bit negative and presumptuous . I might be somewhat defensive but I recently found a cheaper knock-off version of my lever on an online auction. 
>    I know the Fujan has a blatant copy out there and it's kind of a shock to see.
>        Hey, I'm realistic . Others have used CF tubing , ball ends and standard tapered shafts and tips. It's the details within any design that make the thing work or not . 
>  I tried all sorts of shaft  ,grip,ball size  ,weights, epoxies and assembly jigs before my final version and I'm pleased with the result. …

Tom,

First, I don't have to admit anything of the sort you say.

Second, it is regrettable there are knock-off versions.

Third, it is only fitting that you are pleased with your final version.

Best,

Keith McGavern




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