Bluthner grand info

David Andersen david at davidandersenpianos.com
Fri Aug 24 15:34:03 MDT 2007


Rob- Call Helga or Karil at Kasimoff/Bluthner, in LA. Their number is  
in the directory. Great people.
DA


On Aug 24, 2007, at 2:26 PM, Rob Goodale wrote:

> 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 reasonable condition for it's age.
> Finish is fair.
>
> The owner wants to know what it's worth as well as 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
>

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