<HTML> <HEAD> <TITLE>Re: [CAUT] Bluthner grand info</TITLE> </HEAD> <BODY> I’d suggest contacting Jim Reeder in Lansing (www.reederpianos.com). He’s the Bluthner rep in the US, as well as being a top notch rebuilder. And a nice guy. Regards, Fred Sturm University of New Mexico On 8/24/07 3:24 PM, "Rob Goodale" <rrg@unlv.nevada.edu> wrote: <BLOCKQUOTE>I would like to make an inquiry on the value of a Bluthner grand. Built in 1920 About 7' length Ebony Round legs 4 strings per not in the treble.  The 4th string is on an independent bridge. Open pin block is covered with a brass plate. Sectional rim with square tail, (not a continuous rim from a modern-type press). couple nominal cracks in the board.  Could probably be repaired rather than replaced. No visible bridge cracks. Action is original but in good condition. Finish is fair. The owner wants to know what it's worth and some estimates on rebuilding it.  I have my own ideas of what I'd charge to perform the rebuilding but I'm not certain what it is worth over all.  Having four treble strings certainly makes it unique and it would probably be a fine instrument when completely rebuilt.  I imagine the rebuilt retail would be quite hefty. Any serious estimates appreciated. Thanks, Rob Goodale, RPT Las Vegas, NV </BLOCKQUOTE> </BODY> </HTML>