Grand Piano Lock Problem

[bill peterson]

Hi Avery, I first would use a nut pick, as it is curved and it will fit in 
the round keyhole.  Just pry up.  I have also gone below the lock and 
drilled a small hole, and gently tapped up.  You may have to take a small 
blade or a strong needle and outline the faceplate, as it may be lacquered 
in.

Good luck, Bill Peterson, Locksmith


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Avery" <avery1 at houston.rr.com>
To: "Pianotech List" <pianotech at ptg.org>
Sent: Friday, April 07, 2006 5:17 PM
Subject: Re: Grand Piano Lock Problem


> Sounds like a warranty issue to me. Ask the Steinway dealer it was
> purchased from.
>
> Avery Todd
>
> At 02:30 PM 4/7/2006, you wrote:
>>Can someone tell me how to remove a grand
>>piano lock without damaging the wood and finish?
>>I tuned a 1 year old Essex grand today and the
>>lock will not lock. I want to take out the lock to see
>>what is going on, but after taking the 2 screws out,
>>the lock will not come out risking damage to the
>>wood or finish.
>>
>>Dennis
>