[Harp-L] Re: Screws/Nuts for Reed Replacement

[Mike Fugazzi <mikefugazzi@xxxxxxxxx>]

I should clarify that I often use a new rivet on the blow plate for
looks.  I also think it would be worth the experiment to screw down
through the reed and then the blow plate, hence my interest in a
smaller screw head.

On Jan 3, 3:09 pm, Mike Fugazzi <mikefuga...@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> I have M1.4 screws...which I think were what Harponline suggested and what
> the B-Rad uses.  The have the same heads as the B-Rad, anyways.
>
> However, the nuts I was sent sit much higher.  I ordered these a long long
> time ago and have been using them or rivets, but it would be nice to have
> nuts with a smaller profile.  See the pics here:
>
> http://harmonicasessions.com/?p=138
>
> I called companies today and no one can promise me anything other than M1.4
> screws...most felt the gold with the higher profile were what they had.
>
> Ideally, I would want screws with close to a M1.4 head.  What I have are
> these:https://qtena.com/stainless-steel-hinge-screws-14mm-25mm-head-p-3624....
>
> The 2.5mm head is excessive for trying to fasten from the reed then the
> blow plate.  These work fine for the draw plate, but are maybe not perfect.
>
> FWIW, Qtena can't promise the head shape of the screws, so even if I found
> a M1.4 with a head smaller than 2.5mm, it might sit really high.
>
> Stupid.  The B-Rad look is solid with the nut, but even then, it could have
> a smaller height and still be functional.
>
> I have 00-80 screws at home, but they too have heads that sit high.
>
> I have not tried 00-90, fwiw.  Honestly, I'd like to see what they look
> like on a harp before buying a bunch of them.
>
> Any help?  Thanks!
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