Mason Hamlin
Mason Hamlin
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 Mason Hamlin Model BB Grand Piano  US $19,995.00
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 Mason and Hamlin Model A 5 ft 7 in Mahogany Baby Grand Piano US $28,500.00
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 Mason and Hamlin Model AA Mahogany 6 ft 2 in Grand Piano US $32,500.00
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 Mason and Hamlin Model B 5 ft 4 in Queen Anne Mahogany Baby Grand Piano US $25,000.00
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 Legendary Mason Hamlin CC Concert Grand Satin Ebony US $50,000.00
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 MASON HAMLIN AA US $27,900.00
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 MASON HAMLIN B US $16,500.00
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 Mason Hamlin BB Semi Concert Grand Piano 7 US $26,500.00
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 Mason Hamlin BB US $26,000.00
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 1959 Mason Hamlin Consol Piano US $1,300.00
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 Mason Hamlin A US $15,000.00
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 MASON HAMLIN 9 Concert Grand Piano Mason and Hamlin US $19,950.00
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 Mason Hamlin Mahogany Console US $3,695.00
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 Mason Hamlin Model AA Grand Piano 62 US $15,000.00
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 Used Mason Hamlin Model 50 Upright Piano US $7,995.00
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 MASON AND HAMLIN GRAND PIANO Rebuilt and Refinished US $28,500.00
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 MASON HAMLIN UPRIGHT PIANO 1942 Used Good Condition Mahogany US $595.00
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 Mason Hamlin Grand Piano US $18,500.00
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 New Mason Hamlin Grand Piano Fallboard US $200.00
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 1987 Mason Hamlin 9 Foot Concert Grand Piano w Bench US $49,500.00
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 MASON HAMLIN MODEL A GRAND PIANO 5 8 1973 AWESOME TUNED matching bench US $11,800.00 |
 MASON AND HAMLIN GRAND PIANO US $18,000.00
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 MASON HAMLIN console made in the USA 1952 mahogany orig keys TUNED move US $2,750.00 |
 MasonHamlin 54 Grand Piano Ser382141929 Priced Reduced US $6,000.00
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 Mason Hamlin Grand Piano 1913 Model A Restored 2008 US $10,950.00
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 Mason Hamlin Full Upright Piano Astounding Sound US $1,295.00
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 Mason Hamlin BB 7 Semi Concert Grand Piano 1984 US $17,400.00
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 Mason Hamlin BB 7 Concert Player Grand Piano QRS PNOmation II US $22,900.00
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 Mason Hamlin A 58 Baby Grand Piano Satin Ebony Rebuilt Refinished REDUCED US $14,940.00 |
 Mason Hamlin 1936 model B 54 gloss black rebuilt by Steinway Dealer 1988 US $8,000.00
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 Mason Hamlin Walnut grand US $10,900.00
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 Mason and Hamlin Model B 54 US $2,777.00
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Mason and Hamlin Model B - Restored Pianos - Used Pianos Orange County
Pin block Replacement Overview – How a Piano Pin block is Restored
The pin block of a piano is one of its most essential components, directly affecting the tuning stability and playability of the instrument. A block that will not hold the proper torque to the pin may need replacement. The causes of a "weak" block are due to several factors including amount of usage, age, and the climate and humidity level that the piano has been exposed to.
The majority of pin block replacements are performed on grand, baby grand pianos. Upright pianos (vertical) and square grand pianos are much more difficult to replace due to the location of the block and the way that it is mortised to the case. Certain grand piano brands or models can be challenging to replace also, many German made pianos such as Bechstein have a deeply angled plate apron that will require more time and skill to complete.
To replace a pin block all the dampers, strings and pins must be removed. The plate then must be lifted away, careful measurements should be made of the plate location before removing screws, also be sure to keep all screws in order so they can be replaced in the original location. In some grand models such as Steinway and Mason Hamlin the block is fastened by dowels or screws to the case, in other styles such as some older Chickering grands the block is only attached to the plate.
Depending on the size of the grand piano, removing the plate may require a hoist, or the help of at least 2 other people. Make sure the lid prop and music desk support blocks are removed so the plate will clear the case. Remember the plate is the heaviest component of the piano, made from cast iron. Take special caution not to drop it as it will crack and is near impossible to repair.
Once the old pin block is removed, the process of duplicating a new block can start. The new block will have to be carefully cut and shaped so it will fit snugly against the angled apron of the frame and tightly against the face of the bottom of the plate so that good tuning stability is achieved. The large cuts are usually performed with a band saw then smaller hands tools such as shapers and chisels are used to insure a snug fit. After the block has been fitted to the plate and to the case of the piano and the plate screw holes have been drilled the process of drilling the pin holes can begin.
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Installing a pin block requires special tools and experience in order to be performed properly. Failure to follow the precise steps in re-installing the new block may result in your piano not holding tune or its tonal capacities changing. Advanced work of this nature is best left to a professional piano restorer who is experienced and skilled in piano rebuilding.
How much is a 1904 Mason Hamlin Model 50 worth?
Its casing needs work, but it sounds very good.
The link below should give you some information. Apparently, you can buy them new for about $9000. A 23 year old piano is selling for $5,000. One that close to 100 years old with woodwork that needs to be dealt with will go for considerably less unless it qualifies as a museum piece.
