Is A440 too much tension for old pianos? (was Old Bosie)

[Richard Brekne]

Dave Nereson wrote:
> 
> -
>     So, yeah, it's a bit more tension than they were designed to take, but
> no more than when they go way sharp in the summer.  And most (not all) of
> them are built like trucks and can take it.
>     --David Nereson, RPT
> 
>

... so its probably a good idea not to tune one of these old puppies up
to 5 cents over design in the winter then eh... ? sorry... couldnt help
it :)

Cheers
RicB