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Hi,
I have an opportunity to buy either 1933 black upright Bluthner or C. Bechstein from more less the same period.
What would you advise?

I have been offered a Bluthner upright piano (black) made in 1933 for £3000. It has been fully restored by a professional firm.
Is it a good value?

I can't find anything about W. Hartmann, Berlin apart from the fact that this piano was made after 1927 (based on the serial number).
Can anybody tell me if W. Hartmann was a good piano maker please.

Bluthner upright pianola (1911-1915) had pianola mechanism removed and was converted to a piano and restored some 3-5 years ago.
Is such piano as good as an original upright Bluthner from the same period?