Make a key cover…

[32251]

Little Hohner 12 bass. Came in with a key top missing. In learning about the axle shaft on this model, I found the end of the shaft is not exposed, so you have to unscrew the key assembly from the treble end frame. Easy enough. I want to add new thin leather pallet leather, so I may tap out the axle or just glue on the pads as they are.

Found a decent match piece of plastic. Cut it out and glued it on. Another one close to back working again.

 

[debra]

Looks pretty good! For an old small accordion (with limited commercial value) this new key top is certainly a very good match and will do just fine!

 

[Riccardo]

For anyone looking to replace standard size piano accordion key tops and have no close shops, I found that standard piano key tops usually fit quite well and are usually available in most piano repair shops - and very reasonable... hand sanding to fit is also simple if needed... black keys? that's another story and challenge...

 

[kimric]

You an see my hand made replacement black key process here. I used one of the other black keys to make the wood pattern since the entire wood part of the key arm was missing.

 

[Dingo40]

Well done, thanks for sharing!