Early Buffet clarinet, serial charts seem to place #1690 as manufactured in 1929, the first year Buffet began using all numbers instead of a number/ letter combination.Bell stamp indicates imported for Southern California Music Co., a store founded in 1880 and still operating today. Assumed to be in the original case, and includes a Selmer C* mouthpiece.
Brass band on the top joint and associated evidence of a very early crack repair. All parts marked Buffet Crampon and 'Made in France'. All parts appear to be present. Bell rim has severe chipping underneath the metal band. Leather pads throughout. Buyer should assumes this horn needs a full overhaul to function as intended. Corrosion, rust, oxidation, chips/ dents, surface cracks etc may be present. Happy to provide additional photos on request. Thanks for looking!
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| Condition | Non Functioning (Used) Non-functioning items do not work as they should. All known issues should be described in the listing description.Learn more |
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