Re: [Harp-L] Re: embossing

[Rupert Oysler <orupert@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Hi Ron,

Originally that was written as a reply to an offlist question about 
using brass, or copper tools to emboss plated reedplates, then I decided 
to post it to Harp L...I do use a brass tool for embossing ordinary 
plates (like I show in the video), but I almost might use any of the 
harder tools I mentioned in this post.

Rupert Oysler
www.harprepair.com



Captron100@xxxxxxx wrote:
> In a message dated 1/21/2007 11:22:05 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, Rupert  
> Oysler writes:
> For embossing plated reedplates like Seydel Favorite, Black  Favorite, 
> etc.,  I use .........snip.......... the thinnest gapping  shim from the 
> autoparts gapping stuff (like .001 or whatever it is) often  several times, 
>
> Thanks to Rupert for the embossing info which mentioned tools for  use on 
> chrome plated reedplates.
>   I wonder why the word "plated" was used since the tools  mentioned seem to 
> be the same tools and methods one would use for  non-plated reedplates.  
> Comments?
>   Also......I am putting together a list of stuff i need to order from  
> Micromark for my harp tweaking efforts  I plan to order the sanding wands  #81471 
> and a magnifying light #80762 for my aging eyes.  I will also add  the sanding 
> paper #60471 that Rupert uses to free over-embossed reed  slots.
> Before i place my order, i am open to suggestions of any other  indispensable 
> tools that i need from Micromark.  I have a LO tuning kit and  after all 
> these years, i finally ordered a reed replacement tool from  Bill Rommel, but I 
> have yet to use it.  I've been on the road, so to  speak.  I also have a small 
> hammer.
>   Any suggestions how to obtain such a thin shim as .001, other than  buying 
> another complete set of feeler gauges?  I already have 3 sets  and none 
> contain have such a critter.  tia.
> ron
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