Faulk Tuning Hammers

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I figure I’ve tuned over 25,000 pianos in my life, and I’ve definitely become sensitized to the process. The stability of my tuning depends on setting the pin properly, and to do that I’ve spent 35 years developing pin sensitivity in my body. Finally, finally, Charles Faulk has made a tuning lever that frees me to use all of that experience. The Faulk carbon fiber/aluminum lever allows a level of pin perception and “micro” movement that is truly extraordinary, leading to more fun and less work, more “in-the-zone” moments and far less frustration. It’s the best tuning lever I’ve ever used by two or three orders of magnitude.”

A Faulk tuning hammer comes with a #2 Itoshin tip. These tips are not sold separately.

 

Many customers ask me about placing an order, and my apologies for not clarifying this. The best way to place an order is through my email (faulktuninghammers@gmail.com). Please state the item you wish to purchase and give me your mailing address so I can make an invoice. I prefer either Venmo or Zelle for payment; but, checks, credit cards, or PayPal are fine too. Thanks, Charles.

Dear Customers, at this time, every tuning hammer on my web page is sold. I have more in the works however. Please check back in two weeks. 

 

 

Red Narra CF-LITE

 

Wood: Red narra
Length: 12″
Weight: 9.8 ounces
Price: SOLD
Description: Red narra comes from SE Asia. It has a finely interlocking grain. 

 

SpectraPly “Charcoal”  CF-LITE 

 

Wood: SpectraPly “Charcoal”
Length: 12 3/8″
Weight: 9.4 ounces
Price: SOLD
Description: Another figured birch laminate from the Cousineau folks. 

Red Elm CF-LITE

 

Wood: Red elm
Length: 12“
Weight: 8.2 ounces
Price: SOLD
Description: Red elm is prevalent throughout North America. It is a favorite with furniture makers. Will redden with age. 

Figured Walnut CF-LITE

 

Wood: Figured walnut
Length: 12 1/4″
Weight: 8.5 ounces
Price: SOLD
Description: Rich swirly grain. A little tidbit: This type of grain frequently is found in the lower part of the tree trunk close to the root system.

Amboyna Burl CF-LITE

 

Wood: Amboyna burl
Length: 11 3/4″
Weight: 8.8 ounces
Price: SOLD
Description: Even a shorter piece of amboyna burl is too valuable to waste. The diameter of the ball is 2.25″. 

Red Narra CF-Lite

 

Wood specie: Red narra
Length: 12 5/8″
Weight: 8.8 ounces
Price: SOLD
Description: This wood comes from the same tree as ambyona burl. From SE Asia.

Masur Birch CF-LITE

 

Wood specie: Masur birch
Length: 12 1/4″
Weight: 8.2 oz
Price: SOLD
Description: These masur birch blanks are shipped directly from Finland. The dark striations are caused by the stains of boring insects.

Padauk CF-LITE

 

Wood specie: Padauk
Length: 11 1/2″
Weight: 8.7 oz
Price: SOLD
Description: Padauk is an African wood. This lever is shorter than most at 11.5″. Also the ball is a 2 1/4″ in diameter. Because of the relative shortness, I attached a 15 degree head for better clearance. 

SpectraPly “Dark Knight” CF-LITE 

 

Wood specie: SpectraPly “Dark Knight”
Length: 12″
Weight: 8.3 oz
Price: SOLD
Description: A sleek handle made with smaller hands in mind. 

Etimoe CF-LITE 

 

Wood specie: Etimoe
Length: 12 1/4″
Weight: 7.6 oz
Price: SOLD
Description: Etimoe (pronounced ET-im-oee) comes from Central Africa. It’s sometimes called African rosewood. 

Figured walnut CF-LITE

Wood specie: Figured walnut
Length: 13 1/4″
Weight: 8.8 oz
Price: SOLD
Description: The handle shape came as a suggestion from an Asian customer. The end knob diameter is 1 5/8″. I also made this lever extra long. 

Apple, Birdseye Maple, Bog Oak CF-LITE

Wood specie: German apple, birdseye maple, and bog oak
Length: 12″
Weight: 8.8 oz
Price: SOLD
Description: Here are three rare woods joined together to make a colorful combo. The middle ring is 2000 year old bog oak from Ukraine.