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Soundweld |
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Stratton |
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These bells from St Mary the Virgin Church are the Tenor and 3rd bells of 5. |
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The Tenor bell was cast in 1625 and as a result of a poor casting had a large lead filled hole in the crown. This resulted in half of the crown having to be cut away and a new piece cast and welded in. The piece that was welded in measured 35“ around the circumference. |
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Dye penetrant tests after grinding and welding |
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The 3rd bell on arrival, after grinding and after welding. This bell had 22“ of cracking to be repaired |
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The bells when work was completed. |