Terry, I use a hand chuck that I got from a machine tool supply. I found one like it on the web. Here's the url: http://www.titantoolsupply.com/rout_a_burr.html Look down the page for the HC-10 Handy Chuck. I imagine these things are available from most machine tool supply places. It's basically a large pin vise. I always use just one needle to voice. This tool allows me to put in the needle or change the amount of needle sticking out from the tool with a twist. No set screws. Also since it's deep enough to accomodate the whole needle I don't have to cut off needles to get the length I want as I used to do with other tools. When I'm done, I loosen the chuck slightly, push the needle against a solid surface so that it slides into the tool flush with the top of the tool and tighten the chuck again. Then I can stick it back in the tool box without worrying about the needle breaking off, it damaging something else, or it damaging me when I rummage around in the tool box. It fits my hand nicely, holds the needle firmly along its whole length (unlike the tools that hold the needle with a set screw) so that it's less likely to break, and didn't cost all that much (about $20 I think). Also, I've tried various kinds of needles and the ones I like are the Glover's Needles - they seem to be sort of triangular in cross section rather than round and seem to work better for me. They're made in England (I forget the brand) and I get them from Pianotec. Phil F --- Phillip Ford Piano Service & Restoration 1777 Yosemite Ave - 215 San Francisco, CA 94124 On Wed, 13 Feb 2002 17:06:20 Farrell wrote: >I've been limping along for several years with a Schaff voicing tool that goes in the combination handle. I'm looking to step up. What is your favorite voicing tool and why. Thanks. > >Terry Farrell > > > Go Get It! Send FREE Valentine eCards with Lycos Greetings http://greetings.lycos.com
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