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Anyone knows this violin maker E.J. Reed 18xx-19xx??
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c***@gmail.com
2013-05-27 09:45:00 UTC
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I have a violin made by this E. J. Reed that lived
in the turn of the century in Youngstown,
Ohio, I was told that he lived in Bradford, PA before 1897.
I would appreciate if anyone can tell me more about this maker and his
violins.
Thanks in advance.
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Rosemarie
Good Luck, Good Health, God Bless You
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Hello Rosemarie


I have a violin by E.J.Reed too . Mine is from 1902 that he apparently moved to Cleveland OH. I am doing a research on the man. Not many clues can be found but his violins must be good. At least one that i have seen except mine looks really interesting with fantastic wood and nice transparent varnish . As far as the sound i am Very happy with mine. It has finesse , sweetness and clarity , all you can ask from a fine instrument.
Tell me about your violin.

All the best


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2014-09-24 05:45:23 UTC
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I have a violin made by this E. J. Reed that lived
in the turn of the century in Youngstown,
Ohio, I was told that he lived in Bradford, PA before 1897.
I would appreciate if anyone can tell me more about this maker and his
violins.
Thanks in advance.
--
Rosemarie
Good Luck, Good Health, God Bless You
***************************************
IHave an e.j. reed as well, 1913. He spelled it "maid by E.J. Reed". He was a slightly literate master violin maker I guess. Mine is beautiful.
Lester Hibbs
2022-12-11 19:11:44 UTC
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I have a violin made by this E. J. Reed that lived
in the turn of the century in Youngstown,
Ohio, I was told that he lived in Bradford, PA before 1897.
I would appreciate if anyone can tell me more about this maker and his
violins.
Thanks in advance.
--
Rosemarie
Good Luck, Good Health, God Bless You
***************************************
Hello, my name is Dee, I have an E.J. Reed dated 1896 in Fallscreek, Pa.
I found mine in the basement of the house I inherited. I have the case with it,
But?? No bow and no strings needs very little work unless it's like a floating
bridge.
I have not even the slightest idea of how much they're worth. If you know, or
know who I could contact to find out.
phil mcglynn
2023-01-28 19:53:29 UTC
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Post by Lester Hibbs
I have a violin made by this E. J. Reed that lived
in the turn of the century in Youngstown,
Ohio, I was told that he lived in Bradford, PA before 1897.
I would appreciate if anyone can tell me more about this maker and his
violins.
Thanks in advance.
--
Rosemarie
Good Luck, Good Health, God Bless You
***************************************
Hello, my name is Dee, I have an E.J. Reed dated 1896 in Fallscreek, Pa.
I found mine in the basement of the house I inherited. I have the case with it,
But?? No bow and no strings needs very little work unless it's like a floating
bridge.
I have not even the slightest idea of how much they're worth. If you know, or
know who I could contact to find out.
Not much info out there about E.J. Reed, but I'll add my bit. I have A Reed violin dated 1884 in Ohio. this instrument is quite unique in its construction. I've never seen another violin shaped like this, similar contours to some Amati shapes I've seen. It's very well crafted and perfectly graduated. This violin is light and delicate however quite sturdy with no cracks. the wood isn't particularly nice, and the varnish is very poorly applied. finger board is mahogany. Aside from the varnish and wood quality this is a master level build and an impressive instrument in my opinion and is one of the best sounding fiddles I've had the pleasure of playing. unfortunately, value is subjective when it comes to unknown American makers so I can't give an estimate but will say I am very pleased with mine.
Tommy Hawkins
2023-06-23 01:02:24 UTC
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Post by phil mcglynn
Post by Lester Hibbs
I have a violin made by this E. J. Reed that lived
in the turn of the century in Youngstown,
Ohio, I was told that he lived in Bradford, PA before 1897.
I would appreciate if anyone can tell me more about this maker and his
violins.
Thanks in advance.
--
Rosemarie
Good Luck, Good Health, God Bless You
***************************************
Hello, my name is Dee, I have an E.J. Reed dated 1896 in Fallscreek, Pa.
I found mine in the basement of the house I inherited. I have the case with it,
But?? No bow and no strings needs very little work unless it's like a floating
bridge.
I have not even the slightest idea of how much they're worth. If you know, or
know who I could contact to find out.
Not much info out there about E.J. Reed, but I'll add my bit. I have A Reed violin dated 1884 in Ohio. this instrument is quite unique in its construction. I've never seen another violin shaped like this, similar contours to some Amati shapes I've seen. It's very well crafted and perfectly graduated. This violin is light and delicate however quite sturdy with no cracks. the wood isn't particularly nice, and the varnish is very poorly applied. finger board is mahogany. Aside from the varnish and wood quality this is a master level build and an impressive instrument in my opinion and is one of the best sounding fiddles I've had the pleasure of playing. unfortunately, value is subjective when it comes to unknown American makers so I can't give an estimate but will say I am very pleased with mine.
Tommy Hawkins
2023-06-23 01:07:16 UTC
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Post by phil mcglynn
Post by Lester Hibbs
I have a violin made by this E. J. Reed that lived
in the turn of the century in Youngstown,
Ohio, I was told that he lived in Bradford, PA before 1897.
I would appreciate if anyone can tell me more about this maker and his
violins.
Thanks in advance.
--
Rosemarie
Good Luck, Good Health, God Bless You
***********************Hello my name is Jamie and I I also inherited a a b Reed violin and it is dated from March 10 1908 ridgeway pa. If anyone of u can tell me about it. Right back plz
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Post by phil mcglynn
Post by Lester Hibbs
Hello, my name is Dee, I have an E.J. Reed dated 1896 in Fallscreek, Pa.
I found mine in the basement of the house I inherited. I have the case with it,
But?? No bow and no strings needs very little work unless it's like a floating
bridge.
I have not even the slightest idea of how much they're worth. If you know, or
know who I could contact to find out.
Not much info out there about E.J. Reed, but I'll add my bit. I have A Reed violin dated 1884 in Ohio. this instrument is quite unique in its construction. I've never seen another violin shaped like this, similar contours to some Amati shapes I've seen. It's very well crafted and perfectly graduated. This violin is light and delicate however quite sturdy with no cracks. the wood isn't particularly nice, and the varnish is very poorly applied. finger board is mahogany. Aside from the varnish and wood quality this is a master level build and an impressive instrument in my opinion and is one of the best sounding fiddles I've had the pleasure of playing. unfortunately, value is subjective when it comes to unknown American makers so I can't give an estimate but will say I am very pleased with mine.
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