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Have a client with a "Crane & Sons" upright although only a straight-strung have just had it re-polished - as it`s been in the family from new. Any idea of the actual makers of these anyone please? I believe Kennards made some instruments for dealers to badge as they pleased .......

I`ve been lumbered with numerous (old & knackered) pianos - both upt & grands that naive customers have bought "cheaply" off t`internet !! Also, been asked to view eBay & advise on sellers description and price on the website for a potential buyer- this really brings us tuners ...

Steinway was totally rebuilt in 70`s (inc. restringing, action restored, new hammers, plastic keytops, + re-felting)
surely worth something , guys ?

Barrie,

No not verdigris, but some hammer-flanges need re-centring due to "play" .

As a Midlands tuner/tech, I have clients looking for offers on these pianos, dealers so far not shown much interest : 1) Broadwood 7` 8" s/strung iron frame grand. No;10288, v.elaborate walnut case, legs & lyre. Action worn. 2) Steinway upright no;92176. Rosewood,totally rebuilt 1970`s, nee...

:x I really identify with those comments about school piano tuning. How many times do I get "How long will you be?" when I`ve just unpacked my tools ? Now, I exaggerate to get peace. BUT, too many have bought keyboards to replace pianos, funny how money can be found for that, NOT a new (or...