Item Type: Concertina
End FretsSummary: A hand-cut simple pattern of hexagonal flat single-ply, rosewood with an oval embouchures for maker's label and a small scalloped embouchure for a serial number (both present). The fretwork-frame and action frame are clad in rosewood veneer End Shape: Hexagonal End Sides: Six End Diameter: 148mm End-Profile: Flat End Material: Solid rosewood End Bolts: Medium-height cheese-head brass bolts, securing the fretwork end to the action frame and bellows. Fret Pattern: Later Chidley pattern - oval label cartouche, small oval LH number cartouche. Label Embouchure Pattern: Oval to RH, small oval to LH Strap Screw-insert type: Inset circular brass screw-fittings to side, each secured by a single steel screw Finger-rest: Standard format curved-end brass finger-rests, with no leather cladding. Three small securing screws, unlike previous 32-Key instrument. Fret Condition: Fine Damage Summary: Case top strap missing. |
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Created August 2009 by Neil Wayne
Last Modified 07 February 2012 by Neil Wayne, Chris Flint, Wes Williams
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