Buescher 1926 ‘True Tone’ Eb Alto, Series III, Silver, #205k (Archived)

1926 Buescher "True Tone" series III Silver Alto

(Consignment Sax - Plays Great) 

Serial #205k, the first good era with roller G#. In great condition, and a little tarnish to wipe off (it will shine great!).  Silver is 90% intact, the bell is silver inside, not goldwash. Some wear inside the bell down to brass. I'm not sure if it was gold and was rubbed out over time--my gut says silver since the beginning. It has the earlier-era engraving, with a crisp "Buescher" on the bell.  Neck is # "1". This model has a great tubby-warmth to the sound --Sigard Rascher made this one famous! They have a tone that is uniquely 'Buescher' for early vintage saxes--very woody--but intonation was not perfected well on these 1920s horns; having a proper mouthpiece will help! (A larger chamber will be recommended.)

It has the original wood case in "Good/ok" shape. Currently we are treating the case with some anti-odor methods. Please check in with me on this topic. I believe we'll be able to make it work well for you.

This sax was rebuilt with tan pads and plastic resos (no snaps present) by a very reputable Northwest WA sax repairman. The work was done 10yrs ago and the sax was barely played during that first year. It has been in its case since. 

Sound files to enjoy; actual sax in track 1:

Item#: WWSConsignGE0202201.2-Co