Bechstein Rocker Capstan

[Newton Hunt]

WHy?

With the wippen and the key linked together there is a delicacy of touch
that is difficult to reproduce with a capstan.  I have seen Baldwins as
late as the '30s with that arrangement.  They are a pain but my
experience is that the actions are very light and very fast.

		Newton

> David Love wrote:
> 
> I am considering converting a Bechstein Rocker Arm capstan arrangement
> (1910, IV) to a standard capstan configuration.  Any suggestions or
> warnings before I pursue it further.
> 
> David Love
>