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1920 Buescher "True Tone" C Melody Saxophone and Case

Item Details

A vintage Buescher ‘True Tone’ C melody saxophone, serial number 48392, dating this instrument to 1920. Features include a silver plate finish on the saxophone and keys, with some keys having mother of pearl accents. Under the serial number, the back is marked ‘True Tone, Trade Mark Registered, Low Pitch, License Pat. Dec. 8. 1914’. Included are a wooden Buescher mouthpiece with cover, and a black hardshell case with purple velvet lining.

Condition

- consistent with age; in working condition with keys moving freely. Tarnish to finish; pads are in Fair condition and likely will need to be replaced, due to age and long term storage. Marks to case.

Dimensions

26.25" W x 12.0" H x 6.0" D

- dimensions of case.

Item #

17COL196-088

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