Re: [Harp-L] seeking advice: tools needed to start working on harps

[John Kerkhoven <solo_danswer@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Here’s a useful primer on tools and maintenance:

http://www.patmissin.com/reviews/toolkits1.html


> Greetings Harp-l Friends,
> 
> 
> SWIM (someone who isn’t me) wants to start working on his/her harmonicas.
> Only played stock previously. Never gapped, tuned, nothin’. Can use tools,
> but owns none. As in, doesn’t even have a screwdriver.
> 
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> 
> What are the essential tools for getting started? Please be granular and
> give brand names and model numbers.
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> Also, let’s say there’s a glimmer of an idea that it might be nice to
> convert from the nails in old Marine Bands to screws. I reckon that’s a
> step up in terms of tooling. Is a drill press required? Etc.
> 
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> 
> Thanks in advance for all the great advice.
> 
> 
> Bright moments,
> 
> Peter Beck
> 
> kpfbeck@xxxxxxxxx