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5' Cable Nelson Grand #184117

Mahogany cabinet. Built in 1933. Restored by Ray’s Piano Service, Summer 2002

 

IMPROVEMENTS INCLUDED:

Recondition Action—Clean, reshape hammers, tighten all screws, replace defective parts.

Complete Regulation—Make adjustments to ensure that piano plays like new: key height, key leveling, hammer blow distance, lost motion, letoff,  keydip, sustain, dampers. Tune to A-440

Refinish--Dismantle cabinet. Repair cabinet where needed. Strip and sand. Apply mahogany stain and sealer. Apply clear lacquer. Install new rubber buttons, nameboard felt, and fallboard decal. Reassemble.
 

SCHEDULE:

Purchased and picked up from Anacortes, WA : May 2002

Restoration completed: July 2002

Sold and delivered to buyer in Bellingham, WA: August 2002
 

 

1933 Cable Nelson Grand -- "After" picture: