Item Type: Concertina
End FretsSummary: The post-1848 machine-cut fretwork is now the standard format. The frets of this "Budget" 24-Key model are machine-cut, flat to edges with embouchures for maker's label and for a serial number (both present). Now with a single-depth end and bellows-frame, with the single depth mahogany fret-frames nestling over the inset action board. End Shape: Hexagonal End Sides: Six End Diameter: 148mm End-Profile: Flat. End Material: Single-ply pale and grained flat mahogany ends, some damaged areas, with side panels covering down to the action board level. End Bolts: Medium cheese-head brass bolts, securing the fretwork end to the action frame and bellows. Fret Pattern: Post-1848 machine-cut basic fretwork introduced by Louis Lachenal Label Embouchure Pattern: Oval to RH, scalloped oval shape to LH Strap Screw-insert type: No Strap-screw inserts fitted on this budget model. Finger-rest: Standard format curved-end brass finger-rests, traces of original leather claddingto LH. 3 securing screws. Fret Condition: Fine. Damage Summary: Top case-strap leather absent, case-lid loose, LH strap replaced, some fret RH damage. |
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Created August 2009 by Neil Wayne
Last Modified 07 February 2012 by Neil Wayne, Chris Flint, Wes Williams
This page created Tuesday 14 February 2012.