Cal, Pierce mentions that Howard was made by Kawai and later by Samick. As far as the knuckles are concerned, here are a few options: Teflon powder rubbed into existing knuckles Replace with Tokiwa knuckles (perhaps a better fit?) Alter existing parts to accept Renner knuckles Respectfully, Jon >Dear Techs, > > Can anyone tell me who made Howard pianos bearing a model C155 stamp >(serial number 47146). It looks like a Korean piano, maybe Young Chang or >Samick?? > > I need a set of knuckles to replace the old clattery ones. The Renner >knuckles unfortunately are too thick and don't fit in the slot. > > >Thanks very much!! >Cal Munson >Ann Arbor MI > > >_______________________________________________ >pianotech list info: https://www.moypiano.com/resources/#archives -- Jon Ralinovsky Piano Technician Department of Music Miami University 513/529-6548
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