hale hammer

[pianolover@worldspy.net]

I noticed earlier today, when tuning the Yamaha Grand, that the tip (#2) on my Hale hammer was really too short for tuning the Grands, especially up in the high treble area. In addition to getting a longer tip,(which will give me more clearance) I want to buy another head (5 degree), and put them together for quick changes. If A hale tip and head are not available, can anyone suggest what will fit the shaft of my Hale hammer? The head and tip I currently have (#2, and head is 10 degree) work great on verticles, but I think the 5 degree head and longer tip would work better on Grands. I guess I'll have to make a trip up to Pacific Piano for the stuff...anyone know the address? Thanks. 

Btw, I bought the hammer from my mentor, who says the head has not been off the shaft for ten years..that would explain why it WON'T come off! I soaked the area with WD40, but it still wont budge..I'll have to try putting it in a vice. If it's rusted on, maybe i can just buy a new shaft in addition to the new head & longer tip, and then just have that ready to switch. Any ideas? 

Terry


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