>>...I have been unable to find a >documented >> reference to date as to its existence, let alone it's introduction and >> demise. >> >> Keith McGavern ------------------------------------- > >Ditto. Only random actions have shown up and there is no documentation >about them whatsoever. At least not public... >Del Del, LIst, There is a short article in the March 2001 issue of the Piano Technicians Journal, p8, by James M. Reeder, RPT concerning these felt knuckles. This article offers some historical perspective that explains how these knuckles came into being, and why they were used when they were. In brief, and according to John Steinway via James, the felt was used during a time when quality leather from South America was not available, and this lack of leather just happened to occur during the same time period when Aeolian used felt instead of leather for vertical hammer butts and catchers. Orders had to be filled and this is what they came up with. I feel very satisfied with this explanation. Much appreciation to James for his contribution. Keith McGavern Registered Piano Technician Oklahoma Chapter 731 Piano Technicians Guild USA
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