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Schiller
Original Manufacturer of this brand-name--Schiller Piano Co.
Established--1892, by F.G. Jones, in Oregon, IL.
Other brand-names used by this manufacturer--Chute & Butler, Bachman, Carola.
Other manufacturers of this brand-name--
Source: Pierce Piano Atlas, 12th Edition (2008, Larry Ashley Publisher, Albuquerque, NM).
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6' Schiller Grand #82753
Mahogany cabinet. Built in 1930. Restored by Ray’s Piano Service, 2002 and 2006
IMPROVEMENTS COMPLETED:
Recondition Action—Install new hammers and shanks, tighten all screws, replace defective parts.
Complete Regulation—Make adjustments to ensure that piano plays like new: key height, key leveling, hammer blow distance, lost motion, letoff, keydip, sustain, dampers. Tune to A-440
Refinish--Dismantle cabinet. Repair cabinet where needed. Strip and sand. Apply mahogany stain and sealer. Apply clear lacquer. Install new rubber buttons, nameboard felt, and fallboard decal. Reassemble.
Other--Provide adjustable leather-covered Artist Bench.
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