In a message dated 12/22/99 4:52:25 AM !!!First Boot!!!, jformsma@dixie-net.com writes: << The piano is a 5' 8" with lovely ivories, except for a few minor reparable cracks. The serial number is 29511, which dates it before the Aeolian takeover. ( I assume this is good.) "726" was the only other number I saw. It was underneath the keybed along with the serial #. There were individually tied strings interspersed with looped strings throughout the tenor section. The core wire of the large wrapped strings was the thickest I've seen. The bridge was wider than any other bridge I've seen on a grand. The pinblock has been doped, the case need refinishing, the action needs rebuilding, and the strings need replacing. In short, looks like a complete restoration would be necessary, with possibility of a new soundboard. >> I have a similar vintage Model A M&H for which I paid $2000. I have it for sale, "as is" for $3500. Totally restored I should be able to sell it for $15,000 - $20,000. Willem Blees
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