There's a guy name Boaz Rubin who is supposedly a master accordion builder. He now works for Hohner and he did a repair on my Ariette. Not sure of costs as mine was under warranty, but you can reach him here.

Hal


Boaz Rubin,
Manager, Accordion Department
HOHNER, INC
1000 Technology Park Dr.
Glen Allen, VA 23059
Phone 804-515-1900 xt 3006
Fax 804-515-0347