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.”
Dear customers, my shop is closed until Feb. 28. However you can still contact me at my email address: faulktuninghammers@gmail.com.
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.
Bog Oak/Holly CF-LITE
Wood: Bog oak and holly
Length: 12 “
Weight: 7.9 ounces
Price: SOLD
Description: The black bog oak comes from Ukraine. The dark coloring is caused by centuries of aging under river silt … could be 2000 to 3000 years old. The holly was chosen to make a stark contrast to the oak.
SpectraPly “Coffee” CF-LITE
Wood: SpectraPly “Coffee”
Length: 12″
Weight: 8.3 ounces
Price: SOLD
Description: SpectraPly is a wood made with dyed birch laminates.
SpectraPly “Blue Aqua” CF-LITE
Wood: SpectraPly “Blue Aqua”
Length: 12″
Weight: 8.2 ounces
Price: SOLD
Description: The mixture of the blue and charcoal has a nice calming effect.
Etimoe CF-LITE
Wood: Etimoe
Length: 12″
Weight: 8.2ounces
Price: SOLD
Description: Etimoe comes from West Africa. It darkens with age to a maroon red.
“?” CF-LITE
Wood: “?” Not sure what the wood is.
Length: 12″
Weight:9.2 ounces
Price: SOLD
Description: My good friend, Adam Haneline, found this wood in his grandfather’s barn in south Arkansas. Given the density of the wood and the grain pattern, it certainly isn’t domestic! Resembles narra wood. Quite a beauty though.
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.