[Bell Historians] Re: Bells on E-bay.

[Richard Offen]

If it was one of Gillett’s lathe turned bells (most likely if it was about
18” diameter) then it probably wouldn’t have its serial number on.   

 

The turning was done, inside and out, to make sure the casting was
concentric and thus reduce the likelihood of beats caused by an eccentric
casting.

 

R

 

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From: bellhistorians at yahoogroups.com [mailto:bellhistorians at yahoogroups.com]
On Behalf Of David & Mary Kelly
Sent: Tuesday, 23 November 2010 10:14 PM
To: bellhistorians
Subject: [Bell Historians] Re: Bells on E-bay.

 

  

I did contact the seller in October when the bell was on sale for £1750. He
has looked for the four digit number usually cast on Gillett & Johnston
bells and cannot find any sign of one. The Keltek Trust did make an offer
but it was considered too low and rejected. The asking price has slowly been
falling and hopefully will continue to be reduced!

Dave



           
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