Description: This kit contains almost everything you will need to make a bassoon reed. $9.95 FLAT RATE- shipping in the US International Shipping automatically available through eBay's NEW "International Shipping Program" Here is what is included: 1. NORTHERN HARD ROCK MAPLE DRYING RACK with 10 REMOVABLE Sakakeeny (or, upon request, traditional long pin) forming mandrels2. TUNGSTEN CARBIDE TIP NIPPERS for cutting reed blanks to proper length3. TWO SAKAKEENY PLAQUES to be inserted in reed while scraping or filing4. HOLDING MANDREL used when working on reed with knife or file.5. DIAMOND REAMERS-Medium & Fine Grits for fitting and smoothing the inside of the reed where it attaches to the bocal -- interchangeable -and can be used in either the QUICK RELEASE handle or the traditional thumb screw handle 6. FORMING MANDREL PINS-interchangeable - can also be used in either the QUICK RELEASE handle or the traditional thumb screw handle7. STANDARD SPIRAL REAMER8. NEXUS QUICK RELEASE HANDLE for quickly exchanging forming mandrel pins or diamond reamers9. TRADITIONAL THUMB SCREW HANDLE for forming mandrel pins, diamond reamer10. EASEL for marking wire placements, shoulder, and center line on a shaped piece of bassoon cane11. CUSTOM BASSOON PLIERS 1. TUNGSTEN CARBIDE cutter for cutting any of the three wires at the bottom of the reed to proper length 2. Properly shaped "oval" hole for use when crimping and mashing cane during the forming process 3. Serrated teeth for easy gripping and twisting of wires during forming process12. HANDLE & SET SCREWS to be used optionally in place of thumb screw on item “9” (traditional thumb screw handle) 13. MAGNETIC BASE HOLDER for storing and organizing all your tools in one place on your reed desk 14. RULER-metric & Inch15. BRASS REED WIRE-22 gauge16. FF NYLON THREAD (3 spools)17. SAMPLER GLUE for thread-Turks Head 18. REED KNIFE19. DIAMOND FILE-Coarse- (triangular) for initial reed work-especially on the back third of the reed 20. GROBET FILE-Medium/Fine- (triangular) for more detailed work and tip work21. DIAMOND FILE-CIRCULAR for removing burrs and shredded cane at throat22. GLUE LINED HEAT SHRINK TUBES- samples for creating tight wrap/turks head around bottom wire23. MINI ALCOHOL LAMP for applying heat to the heat shrink tubes-allowing tubes to shrink and glue to flow24. FUNNEL & DENATURED ALCOHOL BOTTLE for storing denatured alcohol fuel used in Mini Lamp- item #2325. TOOL BAG for transporting some of your kit items to lessons, auditions, concerts, etc. 26. BUTCHER’S TWINE for wrapping the blank during the forming process27. ADDITIONAL FORMING MANDREL PIN Just in case you loose one! The bassoon reed making kits offered here are an alternative to purchasing 3, 4, 5, or more separate reed making tools. With this kit, as well as the others I sell, you will get one handle, with multiple exchangeable tips. The hex-based tips I offer (forming, holding, diamond, etc.), when used in combination with the Quick Release magnetic handles, are a real space and time saver. The Quick Release mechanisms are simple to use as they require no annoying hex wrenches, set screws, pin vises, or thumb screws. The hex-based shape of all the pins will not rotate when reaming or forming. Plus, the magnets in the base of the mechanism will hold all tips firmly in place. These mechanisms are mainly used in the trades where machinists, carpenters, electricians, etc., are also now able to use just one handle with exchangeable tips on the job sight. This eliminates the need for a large number of individual tools, as well as saving a significant amount of time. For those who are more comfortable with the traditional thumb screw handle, one of those is included as well. The custom made pliers in this kit are quite similar in concept to the wonderful RIEGER handles with a few upgrades. They have a tungsten carbide wire cutter, spring loaded handle, a more compact design, and have been specifically machined for use as bassoon pliers. The forming and holding mandrel pins in this kit are made of high-grade stainless steel and will never rust or tarnish. Although slightly more costly, the choice of stainless steel for these mandrels (not brass, aluminum, or standard less expensive steel) guarantees these tips will last a lifetime. Additionally, they provide an extremely smooth surface for forming. The 10 pin base is made of Hard Maple and the handles are made of beautiful GERMAN Beech. The board and handles have both been finely sanded and finished with varnish.
Price: 185 USD
Location: Cleveland, Ohio
End Time: 2024-08-22T19:36:30.000Z
Shipping Cost: 9.95 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Non-Domestic Product: No
Brand: Nexuswoodwind
Type: Bassoon Reed Making Tools
Custom Bundle: No
Instrument: Bassoon
Country of Manufacture: United States
MPN: Does Not Apply
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Modified Item: No