Re: [Harp-L] Nails in Combs




On Feb 26, 2007, at 2:13 PM, Vern Smith wrote

This is rationalization BS for the following reasons:


1. You do not want the reedplates to vibrate with respect to the comb because the collisions with the comb will absorb the vibrational energy of the reeds.
2. Screws are better than nails because, for air-tightness, you want the fasteners to pull the plates and the comb together, even if one or both have to bend slightly to come together.
3. Repeated removal and replacement of nails makes them lose the power to pull the plates against the comb.
4. You don't need nails under the covers because the cover screws hold the covers and the reedplates down.
5. Nails are cheap and easy for the manufacturer but are an abomination for the repair technician.


Sorry for not being able to express a clear, definite opinion on the subject. ;o)

Vern

Hah, I think you did just fine (giggle) smo-joe




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