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replating

Author: chinaboy61
Date: 2007-03-06 03:49

I notice that my older clarinet's nickel plated keys are actually peeling off.... I'm for real guys its not tarnishing.... ITs peeling off...like you can see 2 layers. Is it safe to replate a insturment? How much would the cost be and would it hurt my sound any?

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Re: replating

Author: pewd
Date: 2007-03-06 04:29

yes they can be replated.

to do this the keys and posts have to be removed, and the key cork and pads removed (and later replaced).

the cost of removing the keys and replacing the pads and cork is more than the add on for replating.

i suggest you contact butler instrument restoration
http://www.cork-and-pad.woodwind.org/
john just finished an overhaul of a 1950 model buffet i had, including replating.
the work is magnificient.

- Paul Dods
Dallas, Texas

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