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Value of Gem Roller Organ
By Ed Copeland

I have seen this instrument talked about here many a time, but I never
saw one.  Today I found one for sale, but I am hoping that I can get
some opinions on the price.  It's stats:

About 1-1/2 octave of reeds, and comes with 14 barrels.  Case is in
good shape, but needs cleaning.  Bellows and reservoir need recovering,
and a couple keys stick.  (I think I could fix it myself, having a few
years or organ service under my belt).

It does play, but not very well right now.  The asking price is $420.
Is this a good price?  If not, what would a more reasonable price be?
(just looking for a few opinions)

Also, are these common machines?

Edward "Dan" Copeland
edcplnd@thebestisp.com
See "Our Musical House"  http://www.thebestisp.com/~edcplnd/index.html


(Message sent Wed 21 Oct 1998, 00:13:47 GMT, from time zone GMT-0500.)

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