Rebuilding a Mandolina (Celestina) Organette
By Pat Kagi
I just purchased a Mandolina organette and I need some advice.
Apparently the Mandolina and the Celestina are similar machines.
The bellows system seems fine and builds suction but each of the
20 small note bellows seem to be 'stuck' and won't move. It almost
seems like if I could apply some sort of solvent on the small bellows,
would they loosen up and possibly work again? I don't know, but it
may be worth a try.
Is there a website or video on how to properly take the bellows apart
and how to rebuild them? I would also need to know where to buy the
bellows material and glue needed.
Thanks in advance,
Pat Kagi
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[ -- Robbie
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