Fallboard/Music desk lever

Tom Cole tcole@cruzio.com
Mon, 23 Jul 2001 12:23:04 -0700


> Phil Romano wrote:
> 
> Hi List,
> 
> I have need of the lever that is pushed by the fall assembly and
> causes the music desk to open. It is for a Hallet and Davis 54"
> upright # 96155 circa 1917. Does anyone have one lying around the
> shop? Please email me privately if you would be willing to part with
> it.
> 
> What is the name of this lever? It's not in Mason's book.

It's curious that Merle Mason didn't include this in his book since so
many pianos incorporated it.

I believe it's called a Weaver rocker arm.

Tom Cole


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