decals

[gutlo]

Sources at Steinway inform me that they have heard nothing of Steinway's
alleged intention to restrict the use of their decals to authorized
rebuilders.  It has come to light that there is only one authorized maker
of decals (Decals Unlimited) and that some other outfit on the West coast
was making them, an activity that S&S frowns upon.

One can order a brass stencil decal from Steinway and if you want more than
one, you will be requested to supply a serial number from the piano it is
intended for (see the dangling participless).  DU will supply the excellent
rub on kind, apparently on request.

S&S owns their trademark and can rightfully control who manufactures and
uses it, but they are obligated by law to supply parts for current models. 
Apparently, the decal is a part.

One can rest assured that S&S has no interest in alienating piano techs,
who can recommend or unrecommend their pianos.

Arthur Grudko