1920's model B Heintzman grand

[jolly roger]

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Hi Paul,
            You are at fair marke value for this instrument. With afull action
rebuild, good board and bridges, restrung, and new dampers , refinished.   I
could retail for about 18-19K.
Roger


At 11:13 PM 7/11/01 -0400, you wrote: 
>
> I need a little help with an appraisal I've done on a 1920's model B
> Heintzman grand.  
>  
> There was no serial number, but the plate was not redone. It had new strings
> and new size 5 pins.  Torque was excellent and pinblock looked good.
Hammers
> appear to be original, but reshaped.  Sound was not bad, but a little
weak in
> the bass.  It could use new bushings on both front and balance rail - touch
> is very light.  Knuckles are approaching flat and let off is a big bump when
> played slowly.  Action needs to be regulated - no rise.  Treble strings very
> clear. Keytops excellent and original ivory and ebony.  Soundboard has two
> large cracks that have been shimmed and doweled - looks good.  Bridges are
> very good - minor cracks beside pins in low treble.
>  
> This piano was purchased at an auction and then spruced up.  It has been
> refinished, however there are lines on the original bench which show where
> the wood was joined.  Otherwise the finish is beautiful red mahogany.  
>  
> I estimate this piano is worth about $10 - 12,000 CDN, but would greatly
> appreciate someone that has seen these making some comments.
>  
> Thanks,
>  
> Paul Plumb
> Plumb Pianos
> London, Ontario, Canada




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