jonsparrow
1311 posts
Nov 12, 2009
11:24 AM
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any one know where i can buy just the reed wrench? i dont need a whole kit just that one tool.
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tookatooka
766 posts
Nov 12, 2009
11:46 AM
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Can't you make one using an old reedplate?
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GermanHarpist
692 posts
Nov 12, 2009
11:51 AM
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http://www.harponline.de/
Tools > Basic Tools
Don't know about shipping costs, though.
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germanharpist on YT. =;-)
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KingoBad
131 posts
Nov 12, 2009
12:34 PM
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Cut a 2" piece off the end of a straw and be gentle with it. It is also fits all harmonicas. You can get a package of about 2000 harp wrenches for about 99 cents at the grocery store...or I suppose you could just get them for free from your favorite fast food eatery.
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Ryan
30 posts
Nov 12, 2009
2:26 PM
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KingoBad,
Maybe I'm a little slow, but could you explain this method of using a straw as reed wrench? I don't think I fully understand how this is done. Thanks
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Buddha
1153 posts
Nov 12, 2009
2:32 PM
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I have them.
$10
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"The privilege of a lifetime is being who you are." - Joseph Campbell
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jonsparrow
1316 posts
Nov 12, 2009
3:07 PM
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buddha what do yours look like? made out of? can you post a pic?
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Buddha
1154 posts
Nov 12, 2009
3:51 PM
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they are made out of brass.
I don't have a pic but I'll take one later and post it.
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"The privilege of a lifetime is being who you are." - Joseph Campbell
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phogi
116 posts
Nov 12, 2009
4:28 PM
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I made a reed wrench from 1/8" mild steel dowel. Hammer one end flat, then use a needle file. Takes a while. Not the best method, but, I don't have machine tools.
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KingoBad
132 posts
Nov 12, 2009
5:37 PM
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Slip the straw down the length of the reed, tug slightly in the direction you need the reed to move. You need to be very gentle of course. Works like a charm.
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