rockmonkeyguitars
33 posts
Mar 21, 2014
12:05 AM
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Do I need the hohner de riveting tool to change reeds on my super 64? Is another, cheaper, tool out there that I can use instead. Hohner tools seem to be 3 to 4 times more expensive than everybody else so I don't want to buy the honer tool if I don't have to.
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REM
254 posts
Mar 21, 2014
12:22 AM
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Some people have made their own. This might help:
http://www.modernbluesharmonica.com/board/board_topic/5560960/553189.htm
The Seydel tool is cheaper and will work just fine on most hohners (the MS series being the exception). I have the older style Seydel de-riveter (the ones with the red handles) I haven't tried the newer style that they sell, but I heard you have to be a little more careful to make sure the rivet punch is lined up when you use them on hohner harps (but they do still work apparently).
Last Edited by REM on Mar 21, 2014 3:31 AM
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Milsson
120 posts
Mar 21, 2014
2:14 AM
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?? I think iv'e heard people use this.
Last Edited by Milsson on Mar 21, 2014 2:25 AM
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GMaj7
386 posts
Mar 21, 2014
3:23 AM
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I designed the Seydel tool and Seydel purchases it from me. I can modify one to insure it works on your Super 64 and the cost would be $50 + shipping.
I have another version that is extremely heavy duty and will work on the Hohner 64 as well as MS/LO. It is available directly through me for $85 + shipping. Rockin' Ron also sells it for a little less.
There are a lot of other ways to punch out a rivet. However, on a chromatic, it is better if the plate is held in your hand when you remove the rivet. Using a punch/anvil like the video means the plate has to be laid down and you will risk damage to the back side reeds, wind savers, and possibly bending the plate.
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Greg Jones
16:23 Custom Harmonicas
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snowman
43 posts
Mar 21, 2014
1:43 PM
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get small socket -1 that just fits over reed side of rivot---drill hole in piece of wood 1/32 lager than diameter socket -epoxy socket in wood-[leave it sticking up out of woood== put reed side of rivot over center of the socket--get hammer and drill punch- center punch on reed [note on reed] [don't miss] tap it - either all the way out or partial then use small dull nail snip and rock it out from reed side-be carefull u don.t dent reed-- hopefully socket was very small so that outer edges fit on square end of reed==i used this and seydell rivot popper - good luck-- if replacing reed r u using screws or rivot--if screws and uhav question feel free to ask thanks
Last Edited by snowman on Mar 21, 2014 1:46 PM
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rockmonkeyguitars
34 posts
Mar 22, 2014
4:34 AM
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i have used the punch and anvil method for years but because the 64 has reeds on both sides of the plate and relacement plates cost so much i feel it is time to get a proper tool just as GMag7 suggested.
GMag7 I am in the UK. Is that going to be a problem if i decide to get a punch from you?
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GMaj7
387 posts
Mar 22, 2014
5:28 AM
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Rockmonkeyguitars
... Email me privately and we can figure something out..
greg@1623customharmonicas.com
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Greg Jones
16:23 Custom Harmonicas
greg@1623customharmonicas.com
1623customharmonicas.com
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rockmonkeyguitars
38 posts
Mar 22, 2014
11:16 AM
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Thanks I sent you an email
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