[pianotech] key recovering - was Wagner Safe T Planer

[Joseph Garrett]

It was said: "Dave and all 
Having done my own key work in the past, I found its a job I despise and
loose lots of money at. If you like doing this job then one should knock
themselves out and whistle a happy tune. But if like me you don't enjoy the
gnashing of teeth, consider sending them out. I mean for under $300 an
impeccable looking key set can be had from many vendors. Yvonne Ashmore
(Grass Valley), 
Ron Kneale(does work for Yam.) and others etc."

Consider me to be the "...and others etc.".<G> Prices on private
request.<G> Resonably good turnaround. Quality work, including bushings,
balance holes, key buttons and any other necessary repairs.
As for the Wagner Safe T Planer, I like to use it between 2500 to 4500. It
gets a bit scary after that! Trick is to keep it sharp and squared to the
table. The table is a typical one w/an added adjustable fence. Nothing
fancy, just gets the job done. 
OBTW, I do Ivorine, not moulded.<G> PVC-E glued not contact cement. Also,
(while I'm into the major Commercial), I do Ivory work, including full sets
of two piece medium grade preban. 
Best,
Joe

Joe Garrett, R.P.T.
Captain of the Tool Police
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