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Work Schedule 2016

On-going '16 side project:

Conn Chu Tenor-Super Gigger Custom

WWS horn #211k gets Custom Rebuild  with custom RED roo pads, maxed out Silver resotech resonators, Premium upgrades, keywork fabrication...etc

In Progress/On Hold

1-5-16 Conn 10M Tenor:

Worldwide Sax horn #349k gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild with natural cork throughout for customer, and neckstrap moved. Long

Complete 

~LIMITED AVAILABILITY~ 

1-25-16

"The Martin Alto" Full  Standard Rebuild

Hurwitz

Complete

2/5/16 - 2/17/16

  Gold Restoration, Martin Typewriter alto: Customer horn returns from plating to get assembled and put together! I can't wait! Hurwitz

In Progress

~LIMITED AVAILABILITY~ 

2-25-16 King Zephyr Alto: Worldwide Sax horn #322k gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild with natural cork throughout for customer. Chant  Complete

3-16-16 Nickel plated CONN 6M alto: Worldwide Sax horn #249k gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild with natural cork throughout for customer. Griffin

Complete

5-9-16 Buescher "Big B" Silver alto: Customer horn gets a Vintage Buescher Rebuild with snap in pads and natural cork throughout, repair octave trigger too. Dickson Complete

6-15-16 Gold plated Conn "Artist" New Wonder II alto: Worldwide Sax horn #234k gets a Custom Rebuild with Chocolate Roo pads, and custom Resotech Gold, oversized resos with cork throughout. Donnelly Complete

6-26-16 KING SUPER 20 ALTO: Worldwide Sax horn #367k gets a Special Rebuild with Black Roo pads, premium upgrades, FOR CUSTOMER. Martin Complete

8-4-16 Original Lacquer CONN 6M alto: Worldwide Sax horn #279k gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild with natural cork throughout for customer. Leung

Done

8-11-16 Conn C-Melody: 

Customer sax #97k. Customer sax gets a WWS Rebuild with Black Roo pads, and 60%+ flat metal resos, and new stainless springs.  Mattina

Complete

8-20-16 Silver Restoration - Aristo 1 Tenor: Customer sax assembly after 3years of progress. Sax gets a WWS Rebuild.

Havenfield

Complete

10/20/2016

Buescher TT BASS: WWS/Customer sax #145k. A WWS Inventory sax to be restored for customer. Setup TBD--customer Brass Resos.  Pearson

In Progress

11/1/16 SML Reynolds Contempora Tenor: WWS horn gets a Sarge Premium Rebuild with black roo pads, Silver Resotech resonators, Premium corks and felts for customer. Felix In Progress

11-25-16 Slot Open

12/10/2016

The Martin Tenor:

Customer horn gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild with natural cork throughout, replace missing key, and "Acid Bath +" treatment. McCarthy

12-20-16 Slot Open

- 2017 -

1-5-17 Slot Open

1-20-17 Slot Open

2-5-17 Slot Open

DATE TBD Buescher Silver C-Soprano: customer sax #155k  Crosby

If you wish to schedule a rebuild, or purchase one of the saxes (and it still needs to be rebuilt),  send me a 50% deposit to hold your place in the work schedule.  I work from a published schedule (see left margin) so that your sax will only be out of your possession a couple weeks, while i do the actual work, it does not have to just sit on the shop floor, until its turn comes up... you send it to arrive on schedule and we return it on schedule.

  E-mail chadd with  questions about our vintage saxes at:   worldwidesax@gmail.com  

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(Wells Fargo, Bank of America, Chase...)

  If  a horns says "just rebuilt", then it's ready to go, saxes that say "scheduled for a rebuild" are waiting for the work to be done, but it will be included in the posted price.  If a sax says "ON TRIAL" someone is taking advantage of the "Three Day Trial" policy (See Info and Orders page).

Saxophone Comparison Chart 

Some of the best vintage saxes of all time

(and SOUND FILES)

Here is a pic of some custom resonator work. The reso can be sized to your tonehole, or whatever you would like.

I can get you virtually any resonator ordered. Sarge's favorite was the  Resotech solid silver reso.

Check out Sarge's Tribute page...

WE  DO GOLD AND SILVER ELECTRO-PLATING

That's right! 

We have a:

 GOLD STAR

Pro plating system

The Industry's Premier Silver and Gold Plating System 
 Ask about having us Plate your Bell interior in 24 carat or  ROSE GOLD 

It is our business to Rebuild your sax or sell ours as Fully Rebuilt Saxes. We never sell our stock "As-Is". We are Restorers.

If you wish to schedule a rebuild, or purchase one of our saxes and it still needs to be rebuilt,  send us  a 50% deposit and we will schedule its rebuild before any of our other worldwidesax.com inventory. 

Everybody loves these new Kangaroo skin pads, aka Saxgourmet  Pads and you can get them from Curt, at musicmedic.com you can request that any WWS stock be rebuilt with them, or just click this link and order some for yourself.

Check out our newest pages...

Hard to find:

Here is a helpful outline of SML serial Numbers:

S.M.L. Serial Numbers:

0001 – 3000  /  1934 to 1940

3000 – 5500  /  1940 to 1945

5500 – 8000  /  1945 to 1950

8000 – 12000 / 1950 to 1955

12000 – 16000  /  1955 to 1960

16000 – 19000  /  1960 to 1965

22000 – 24000  /  1970 to 1975

24000 – 26000  /  1975 to 1980

26000 – 27000  /  1980 to 1982

SML Stencils:

HINT: no one ever says that these models play "bad".

(I have seen that many are connected to the Gold Medal era and into the King Marigaux era. Rev D era ones are very rare. WWS 'seen' examples are noted with their serial number.)

Pitchard Artist 

(#19k GM)

A.Cojan

 (#21k--UNIQUE: with F#!, unique for the early number!, with Rev D guards, GM engraving, Marigaux F#.)

Reynolds Contempora 

(#19k GM)

Jen Co Harmonica 

(#8k, Rev D)

Alexandre 

(#10k Rev D)

"The Woodwind Co." 

(#14k Rev D)

Vedette

(#20k, GM)

Here is a helpful outline of Keilwerth serial Numbers:

Keilwerth Serial Numbers:

1925:   0-800 

1933-5:     9000     

1941:  18,500

1947: #20,000

1953: #23,000

1958: #28,000

1960: #38,000

1962: #43,000

1964: #49,000

1966:  #55,000

1971: #69,000

1975-6?: #79,000

1977: #81,000

1986: #91,000

1993: #99,100

1996: #104,000

1998:  #109,000

2004:  #119,000

Keilwerth made The New King and Tone King  as their main brand names, from 1932 to 1969 or so, but there were always stencils, like Edgeware and later Couf.  Here are few of the other names you may find on Keilwerth made horns.  The New King and Tone King saxes were identical except for a high F# key on the tone king model, but keilwerth marketed the Tone King as the "deluxe" Pro model and the New King as the "standard" Pro model

Known Keilwerth Stencils:

Couf Superba 1 & 2

 Royalist

Conn DJH

Buffet

Edgeware

Marco

Vincent Albert

Martelle

Winsall

Tam

Bundy Special

(H&A Selmer)

(La Sete - seen: baritone/soprano)

Armstrong

Heritage

King Tempo

Champion

Calvert Deluxe

Silvertone

Hammerschmidt (sopranos)

Jean Barre Artist (seen Alto) 

Princeton (seen Alto)

American Master (seen Alto)

Keilwerth copiers, such as Amati,  Dörfler & Jörka (1949 to 1968, then purchased by Keilwerth) and B&S

H.Genet

Roxy

Jubilee

Voss

Silvertone

Rene Dumont

Keilwerth relatives:

Max Keilwerth and Richard Keilwerth (Graslitz) made saxes under the names:

Weltklang (baritones only)

Senator

Hohner

Here is a handy chart for King ZEPHYR series:

Zephyr and Zephyr Special
Zephyr, "Series I": 

s/n 170xxx to 180xxx
Zephyr, "Series II": 

s/n 180xxx to 237xxx

Zephyr Special: 

s/n 200xxx to 280xxx
Zephyr, "Series III": 

s/n 237xxx to 305xxx
Zephyr, "Series IV": 

s/n 305xxx to 423xxx
Zephyr, "Series V": 

s/n 423xxx to 540xxx

1945 was the beginning of King's  Super 20 (s/n 272xxx)
and Zephyr "II"s (s/n 272xxx)

Here is a handy chart for King SUPER 20 series:

1945-1949 "Series I":

#272xxx to 295xxx

Tranny "Series Ia":

#295xxx to 305xxx
1950-1951 "Series II":

#305xxx to 340xxx
1955-1962 "Series III":

#340xxx to 380xxx
1962-1967 "Series IV":

#380xxx to 426xxx

Factory moves to Eastlake
1967-1975+/-  "Series V":

#426xxx to 540xxx

1975 "Series VI":

<1975? era debate 1975+?

#540xxx to 800xxx

Past Work Schedule 2010:  

4-13-10  Gold Plated The Martin Soprano 64,xxx:   Done

4-18-10 Silver The Martin Tenor 184K "USMC":  Done

5-7-10 Buffet SDA Alto 18K:  Done

5-14-10 Armstrong Low A Baritone: Done

5-25-10 Conn 10M:   Done

5-28-10 Martin Committee 2 Alto: WWS Done

6-1-10 J. Keilwerth 1934 New King Alto:  Nickle plated  Done

6-11-10 The Martin Alto:  Done

6-17-10 Silver Buescher Big B:  Silver plated WWS horn gets a Standard Vintage Rebuild with flat metal resos for customer. Done

6-24-10 1948 Conn 6m Naked Lady: Done

7-2-10 Buescher 400 Tenor #505K:  WWS horn gets a Standard Vintage Rebuild with Prestini rivetless dome metal resos. WWS Done

7-8-10 1928 Silver Conn Chu Alto:  Customer horn gets a Standard Vintage Rebuild with flat metal resos. DONE

7-20-10 King Super 20 Alto #415K:  WWS horn gets a Standard Vintage Rebuild with flat metal resos. WWS Done

7-28-10 Conn 6m:  customer horn gets a Standard Vintage Rebuild with flat metal resos. Done

7-28-10 1945 The Martin Tenor:  WWS horn 153K gets a Standard Vintage Rebuild with Seamless Domed resos. WWS Done

8-5-10 Buescher Aristo "156" Tenor #338K:  Done

8-12-10 1953 SML Rev D #10K:  Chadd horn gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild with Presini pads, some Premium upgrades, minor fabrication work, and some plating restorations.  Done

8-13-10 1972 Selmer Mark VI alto #208K:  WWS horn gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild with Presini pads and natural cork throughout. WWS Done

8-27-10 1940 Conn 26M alto:  Customer horn gets a Premium Vintage Rebuild with White Roos & Seamless Flat resos. Done

9-7-10 1952 King Zephyr Alto:  WWS horn 328K gets a Standard Vintage Rebuild. WWS Done

9-23-10 Buescher Big B Tenor #322K:  WWS horn gets a Standard Buescher Rebuild with Buescher snap in pads and natural cork throughout for customer. Done

6-17-10 Silver Buescher Aristocrat #280k:  Silver plated WWS horn gets a Standard Vintage Buescher snap-in Rebuild with original metal resos.  WWS Done

10-15-10 1960s LeBlanc Rationale Tenor:  WWS horn gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild with Presini pads. Sarge/WWS Done

10-22-10 1953 SML Rev D #10K:  WWS horn gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild with Presini pads for customer. Done

10-26-10 1940 Martin Comm 2 alto:  Chadd horn gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild with Presini pads, some Premium upgrades for customer. Done

11-4-10 Buescher Aristocrat Alto #345k:  WWS horn gets a Standard Vintage Buescher snap-in Rebuild with original metal resos.  WWS Done

11-4-10 Buescher Big B Aristocrat Tenor #317k:  WWS horn gets a Standard Vintage Buescher snap-in Rebuild with original metal resos.  WWS Done

11-18-10 Silver Conn Chu alto:  Customer horn gets a Standard Vintage Rebuild with flat metal resos. Childs Done

12-2-10 Buescher Big B Aristocrat Alto:  WWS horn gets a Standard Vintage Buescher snap-in Rebuild with original metal resos.  WWS Done

12-14-10 The Martin Tenor #208k:  WWS horn gets a Standard Vintage Rebuild with flat metal resos and rivet center.  WWS Done

12-17-10 Nickel Conn Chu Tenor:  WWS horn gets a Vintage French Standard  Rebuild with plastic resos. WWS Done

    Please e-mail or phone us for   additional   descriptions or  JPEG's  of  any  of  our current  inventory,  or if  you don't   see   something   you would  like  to  have,  let  us know.
     Unlike some web shops, we will  try  to list all  of  our current inventory and prices so  you  can  see  and  shop here  in  our  virtual  store.

     We  have  a  long  list  of customers  you  can  e-mail for references. (see References Page)
    Thanks,  for  visiting Worldwide Sax.  

~~Chadd&Steve~~

Past Work 2011:  

1-1-2011 H.Couf Superba 1 Tenor:  Customer horn gets a Standard  Vintage Rebuild with Pisoni rivetless dome metal resos. Thaut  Done

1-4-11 1938 Buescher Aristocrat series 1 Tenor:  WWS horn gets a Vintage Buescher Snap-in Rebuild with natural cork throughout. WWSDone

1-19-11 1940s Buescher Aristocrat Alto:  Customer's alto neck gets pull-down repair and dents removed. Garcia Done

1-19-11 Conn "tranny" Chu alto:  WWS horn gets a Vintage Rebuild with natural cork throughout and Sherry Huntly Engraving. WWS Done

1-28-11 Conn 6m alto:  Customer horn gets a Vintage Rebuild with natural cork throughout. Harford Done

2-5-11 King Super 20 alto - pearls:  WWS horn gets a Vintage Rebuild with premuim extras. WWS Done

2-22-11 King Super 20 tenor - pearls:  Customer horn gets a Vintage Rebuild with oversized Noyak resos on Black Saxgourmet Roo pads. Atkinson Done

2-23-11 Buescher 400 Tenor 429K:  WWS horn gets a Vintage Buescher Snap In rebuild. WWS Done 

3-10-11 Conn Gold C-Soprano 98K:  WWS horn gets a rebuild for customer with silver Resotechs to be gold plated & Premium Upgrade. Gast Done 

4-7-11 King Super 20 tenor --full pearls:  Sax gets a Vintage Rebuild with premium extras and seamless flat resos. Sarge Done

4-14-11 Conn Chu tranny tenor:  Customer horn gets a Vintage Rebuild with oversized Resotech resos on Black Saxgourmet Roo pads and a Premium Upgrade and New stainless steel springs. Mattina Done

4-21-11 Buffet S-1 Tenor:  Sax gets a Vintage Rebuild with premium extras and seamless flat resos. Sarge Done

5-10-11 Vintage YAS-62 purple label:  Customer horn gets a French Standard rebuild with plastic dome resos. Tebo Done

5-13-11 Vintage Dolnet #24K:  WWS horn gets a French Standard rebuild with Flat Metal resos. WWS Done

5-19-11 Selmer Mark VI alto:  Customer horn gets a Silver Restoration with a French Standard rebuild with plastic dome resos and full Spring Replacement. Zax Done

6-3-11 Selmer Mark VI Tenor:  Customer horn gets a French Standard rebuild with plastic dome resos and swedging. Layer Done

6-20-11 Silver Buescher TrueTone IV Alto:  Customer horn gets a Vintage Standard rebuild with Buescher Snap In Pads. Tarvin Done

7-1-11 King Saxello customer horn gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild. Zax Done

7-15-11 Silver Conn curved Soprano: WWS horn gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild after chemical Lacquer stripping, for customer. Luchtan Done

7-29-11 Silver Conn 26M alto:  WWS horn gets Rebuilt and some much needed TLC. WWS Done

8/7/11--8/13/11 TIME OFF

8-15-11 1935 Conn 10M tenor: WWS  horn gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild for customer.

Oleru Done

8-16-11 The Martin Tenor 1953:  Customer horn gets Vintage Standard Rebuild. Neilo Done

8-29-11 King Zephyr alto:  WWS (OS) horn gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild for customer. harrson/Keller Done

9-1-11 Maintenance & School Prep 

9-10-11 Maintenance & School Prep 

9-20-11 Martin Committee II alto: Customer horn gets Vintage Standard Rebuild.Siboliban Done

10-1-11 Martin Committee I alto: Customer horn gets Vintage Standard Rebuild + a new custom screw rod. Siboliban Done

10-18-11 Martin Committee III "The Martin alto": WWS horn gets Vintage Standard Rebuild for customer. Zink Done

11-1-11 H&A Selmer Bundy Baritone: WWS horn gets Vintage Standard Rebuild for customer with domed metal resos for customer. Snowhill Done

11-13-11 Mark VI alto:  Silver Restoration Returns from Andersons. Customer horn gets a with a French Standard rebuild with Metal dome resos and full Spring Replacement with Rose Gold Plating Accents. Zax Done

12-6-11 Buescher Big B Baritone: WWS horn gets Vintage Standard Rebuild with metal-backed pads and natural cork throughout. Aaberg Done

12/22--31/11 TIME OFF

~  2012  ~

1-3-11 Conn Gold Artist "Harp" alto: WWS horn gets Vintage Standard Rebuild for customer. Seward Done

1-17-12 Buescher Big B Tenor: Customer horn gets Vintage Standard Rebuild with metal-backed pads and natural cork throughout. Williamson Done

2-1-12 SML Rev D Alto:

Customer horn gets Vintage Standard Rebuild with prestini pads and natural cork throughout, + custom key fabrication. Heine Done

3-8-12 The Martin Tenor:

WWS horn gets Vintage Standard Rebuild with prestini pads and natural cork throughout for customer. Gillette Done

3-16-12 Buffet Super Dynaction Tenor: WWS horn gets Vintage Standard Rebuild with prestini pads and natural cork throughout for customer. Croasdale Done

3-28-12 Conn baritone?:

Customer horn gets Vintage Standard Rebuild with prestini pads and natural cork throughout for customer. Tarvin Canceled

3/29--4/16/12 TIME OFF

4-26-12 Martin Committee I Alto: Customer horn gets Vintage Standard Rebuild with prestini pads and natural cork throughout for customer. Lindberg Done

5-10-12 Buffet SDA Alto #18,7xx: WWS horn gets Premium Rebuild with Saxgourmet Black Roo pads with Noyak resonators for customer. Sheedy Done

5-31-12 Silver/nickel The Martin Alto: WWS horn gets vintage standard rebuild with new stainless steel springs, Rose-gold wash bell. Krause Done

6-21-12 Silver The Martin Tenor: WWS horn gets Vintage Standard rebuild for customer plus custom thumb hook, post repairs. Evans Done

6-27-12 The Martin Tenor, Official Music Man Model: WWS horn gets Premium Standard rebuild for customer with Saxgourmet Roo Pads. Tuncel Done

7-3-12 Selmer Super Balanced Action Tenor: gets Premium Standard rebuild for customer with tan pads and domed metal resos50%+. Maxwell Done

7-13-12 The Martin Tenor: 

Customer horn gets a Premium Rebuild with prestini pads and seamless flat resos, and custom work. Leisenbach Done

7-27-12 B&S Blue Label alto: WWS horn gets Vintage Standard rebuild (premium) for customer and custom pearls installed. Incorvaia Done

8/2--8/5/12 TIME OFF 

8-6-12 Buescher "The Aristocrat" alto: WWS horn gets a Vintage Buescher rebuild with original snap-on pads and natural cork throughout. Complete

8-10-12 Selmer Balanced Action alto: Customer horn gets Vintage Standard rebuild  for customer with stack swedging and screw replacements and minor fabrication. Suhling Done

8-22-12 Silver Conn Chu Alto: WWS horn gets Vintage Standard rebuild (premium) for customer, with neck octave key work and swedging throughout. Hayes Done

9/1--9/12/2012 School Prep

9-13-12  Conn 6M viii alto: WWS horn gets Vintage Standard rebuild  for customer with natural cork throughout and case solving. O'Brien Done

9-28-12 Gold Plate SML Rev D Tenor: WWS horn gets The Sarge Special rebuild (Premium) for customer, with gold plated domed Resotech resonators on Black Saxgourmet Roo pads. Ester Done

10-12-12 Silver Selmer " Model 26"  Tenor: Customer horn gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild with neck repair and oversized flat resonators with rivet. Verver  Done

10-31-12 Selmer Mark VI alto: Customer horn gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild with Saxgourmet Roos with original resos. Premium? Spring Replacement?. Johnson Done

11/3--11/14/12 TIME OFF

11-16-12 Conn Virtuoso Deluxe C-Melody 8M: Customer horn gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild with White Roos for consignment sale. Emmons- Catalano  Done

11-23-12 The Martin Alto: Customer horn gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild Natural cork throughout. Machin Done

12-6-12 Conn 10M Tenor: WWS horn gets Vintage Standard rebuild  for customer with natural cork throughout. Ruud Done

12-17-12 Conn Artist Soprano in gold plate: Customer horn gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild Natural cork throughout and Saxgourmet Roo pads. Woodmancy Done

12/21--1/2/13 TIME OFF

Christmas Break

The Work Schedule 2013:  

1-7-13 Conn 10M, silver 1945 Tenor: WWS horn gets Vintage Standard rebuild  for customer with natural cork throughout. Smith  Done

1-10-13 Buescher 400 alto: WWS horn gets Vintage Buescher Rebuild  with snap in pads and natural cork throughout. Done

1-18-13 SML Rev D Alto: Customer horn gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild with oversized flat resos, Natural cork throughout and acid bath. Pearson Done

1-29-13 The Martin Baritone: WWS horn gets Premium Rebuild  for customer with vintage standard resos and tan pads. Bogle/Ryba Done

2-21-13 King Zephyr Tenor #308k: WWS horn gets Vintage Rebuild  with seamless flat resos and Black Roo Pads! WWS Done

3-1-13 Buescher 400 TH&C alto: WWS horn #306k gets Vintage Buescher Rebuild  with snap in pads and natural cork throughout. WWS Done

3-13-13 1960s Selmer Mark VI alto: Customer horn gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild with tan Prestini pads and plastic resonators. Adams Done

3-25-13 1952 Selmer Super Balanced Action Baritone Low A: Customer horn gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild with tan Prestini pads and metal resonators. Hanan Done

4/1--4/7/13 TIME OFF

4-29-13 Buescher 400 TH&C alto: WWS horn #306,44x gets Vintage Buescher Rebuild  with snap in pads and natural cork throughout for customer. Lindberg Done

5-2-13 King Silversonic Tenor: Customer horn gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild with tan Prestini pads and metal resonators. Gifford Done

5-16-13 Martin Imperial Baritone: Customer horn gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild with tan Prestini pads and metal resonators; and new blue steel springs. Johnson  Done

6-1-13 The Martin Alto: WWS horn #163k gets Vintage Standard Rebuild  with tan pads, flat resonators and natural cork throughout. Done

6-18-13 Conn New Wonder Alto: Customer horn gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild with tan Prestini pads and flat metal resonators. Fisher Done

7-1-13 Silver Conn 6M VIII alto: WWS horn #314k gets new GOLD plate in bell and a Vintage Standard Rebuild  with tan pads, flat resonators and natural cork throughout for customer. Balk  Done

7-11-13 Selmer Balanced Action alto: Customer horn gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild with tan Prestini pads and plastic domed resonators. Backman Done

8-7-13 The Martin Tenor, Official Musicman Model:

WWS horn #214k gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild  with Black Roo pads, seamless flat resonators +50%, and natural cork throughout for customer. McKeirnan Done

8/19/13--8/30/13 

Two weeks School Prep

9-1-13 Selmer Balanced Action alto: Customer horn gets new springs Backman Done

9-2-13 Conn C-Soprano: 

WWS horn #117k gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild  with flat resonators +50%, and natural cork throughout for customer. Lindberg Done

10-3-13 Buescher Tipped Bell Bb Soprano: WWS horn #204k gets a Buescher Standard Rebuild  with snap in pads, and natural cork throughout for customer. Zax Done

10-15-13 Conn Gold C-Melody: WWS horn gets a prepared for customer. Lindberg Done

10-29-13 The Martin Alto: WWS horn #163k gets Vintage Standard Rebuild  with tan pads, flat resonators and natural cork throughout. Done

11-1-13 Selmer Mark VII alto: Customer horn gets a Vintage Standard Rebuild with plastic resos and natural cork throughout. Rachmiel Done

11-21-13 Selmer Mark VI Tenor 205k:  Customer horn gets a Vintage Rebuild on Saxgourmet Roo Pads with seamless domed metal resos at 60%+ and natural cork throughout, also some neck repair. Coile Done

12-10-13 Conn Curved Soprano: WWS horn #57k gets Vintage Standard Rebuild  tan pads, flat resonators and natural cork throughout for customer. Eberhard Done

12/22/13--1/1/13 

TIME OFF - Xmas Break

Schedule 2014:  

1-16-14 Buescher TrueTone Baritone:  customer horn #224k gets Vintage Buescher Rebuild  with snap-in pads, natural cork throughout, acid bath and clean up work. Cantrael Done

2-4-14 Buescher Tenor: Customer horn #13k gets TLC and Buescher Standard Setups for customer. Balk Done

2-24-14 Buescher Big B alto: Customer horn gets a Buescher Standard Rebuild with Snap-in pads and natural cork throughout for customer. Strassmaier Done

3-1-14 Buescher "The Aristocrat" series 1 Tenor: WWS horn #278k gets Vintage Buescher Rebuild  with snap-in pads, natural cork throughout for a customer. Gore Done

3-10-14 1952 Selmer Super Balanced Action Low-A Baritone: Consignment horn gets a Custom Rebuild with tan pads, resotech resos, natural cork throughout with some premium upgrades for customer. Vitale Done

3-24-14 Conn Chu Berry Alto: Customer horn gets a WWS Vintage Standard Rebuild with Prestini Pads and natural cork throughout. Miranda Done

On-going '14 side projects:

King Saxello

WWS horn #76k gets Vintage Rebuild  with black roo pads, and some Premium upgrades.

Done

4-14-14 Selmer Mark VI Tenor: Customer horn #183K gets a WWS Vintage Standard Rebuild with Prestini Pads and natural cork throughout, spring replacements. Vogelgesang 

Done

5-9-14 1980s Vito Low-A Baritone: Customer horn gets a WWS Rebuild with tan pads, large metal resos, natural cork throughout. ASD

Done

5-29-14 "The Martin Tenor": WWS horn #158k gets Vintage Standard Rebuild, body metal cleaning, Tan pads and flat resos with natural cork throughout for a customer. McDonaldDone

6-5-14-Side schedule: Julius Keilwerth Tone King Tenor: previous WWS sax returns for cosmetic work and tune-ups. Silver spot plating and Goldwash bell. Balk DONE

6-10-14: "The Martin Tenor": WWS horn #187k gets Vintage Rebuild  with black roo pads, custom resotech resonators,  natural cork throughout and some premium upgrades for a customer. Axton In Progress

6-25-14: Selmer New Largebore, gold plated Tenor: WWS/customer horn #13k gets Vintage Rebuild with original metal resonators,  natural cork throughout and some premium upgrades for a customer. Maxwell Done

7-2-14 Buescher Big B alto:

WWS horn #328,1xx gets Vintage Buescher Rebuild  with snap-in pads, natural cork throughout for a customer. Bertrand Done

7-12-14 Selmer Mark VI Alto: WWS horn #101K gets Vintage Selmer Rebuild with original plastic resos, custom Premium upgrades, natural & tech cork throughout for a customer. Lindberg Done

7-22-14 Selmer Super Action 80 series II alto: 2004 customer horn gets Premium Rebuild with Saxgourmet Roo pads,  tech cork, ultra suede etc... and silver Resotech resonators for a customer. Simonishvili Done

AUGUST-2014 

SHOP CLOSED:

On-going '14 side projects:

Conn Chu Tenor-Super Gigger Custom

WWS horn #211k gets Custom Rebuild  with custom RED roo pads, maxed out Silver resotech resonators, Premium upgrades, keywork fabrication...etc

In Progress

Sept./ Oct./Nov. 2014 

SHOP CLOSED:

--MOVING!--CLICK

~~ 2015 ~~

4-1-15 Silver Bundy Special Baritone: custom help for a customer horn. shipping damages. (non rebuild) JOHNSON

 Complete

4-12-15 Buescher Silver C-Soprano: customer sax #155k  Crosby

4-19-15 King Zephyr Special Alto: WWS horn gets Rebuild  with upgrades for a customer. Keen Done

5-9-15 Buescher Big B Alto: Customer horn  Dize Done

6-1-15 Buescher Big B Alto: Customer horn  Nordmann

  Done

6-13-15 H. Genet Tenor: WWS Horn for Customer Meyers Done

6-19-15 Martin Committee 1 alto: Customer horn #116K gets Standard Vintage Rebuild  with 50% resos, natural cork throughout for a customer. Hodgson  

Done

7-20-15 Selmer Mark VI alto: Customer horn #147K gets Standard Vintage Rebuild  with reused resos, natural cork throughout for a customer. Harned 

Done

7-29-15 Conn Chu Berry Tenor: Customer horn #236K gets Standard Vintage Rebuild  with 50% resos, natural cork throughout for a customer. Parashes  Done

8-22-15 Silver Restoration - Aristo 1 Tenor:

Havenfield 

  In Progress

8-15-15 King Super 20 Alto: WWS horn #427K gets Standard Vintage Rebuild  with 50% resos, natural cork throughout for a customer. Rarden  Complete

9-5-15 Conn Chu-tranny Tenor #166k: WWS horn #166K gets Standard Vintage Rebuild  with 50%+ resos, natural cork throughout for a customer--no silver polishing. Donnelly Complete

SEPTEMBER-15 

BACK-TO-SCHOOL

Local Repairs

10-15-15 SML Rev. D tenor: WWS horn #9K gets Custom Rebuild  with gold resotech resos, premium upgrades for a customer. Uchiya Complete

10-29-15 1919 Buescher Curved Soprano: WWS horn #61K gets a Vintage Rebuild  with seamless,.  metal resos, and natural cork for a customer. McInnis

Complete

11-15-15 1956 Selmer Mark VI Tenor: WWS horn #65K Vintage Rebuild  with flat metal resos, and natural cork for a customer. Nik 

Complete

12-5-15 Special Orders: Christmas prep...

12-12-15 Buescher Big B alto:

Customer horn gets a Vintage Buescher Rebuild with natural cork throughout--Jan 2 pickup. Reynolds 

Complete 

HOLIDAY BREAK

Dec. 22, 2014 - Jan. 2, 2015

BUESCHER:

a rare classic from Sarge's Collection (his description):

1934 Buescher "Early" Aristocrat Tenor: 

   

Sarge's words: Rare early version of the Aristo, (with traits of TrueTone and Aristo) with the small bell for a more focused, sweeter sound. Original lacquer is good, over 80% present. Crisp, sharp beautiful Art Deco engraving.  Think Johnny  Hodges tone.  Serial # 268,xxx, built about 1934. No major damage ever done to it.  Neck looks great no pull down thanks to the art deco brace The snap in resonator system is intact, as are the Norton springs.  I did a Premium Buescher snap in pad rebuild on it and was so pleased with the sound... I have tried it with several mouthpiece and it has a number of amazing tones, but most impressive was with my Otto Link "slant signature" hard rubber piece.  The amount of volume/output with this sax is about double what you'd expect for a late thirties horn... very close to a "The Martin Tenor" in power, but then i put a Link Master on it and it went totally airy and smooth with a centered warm tone.  really versatile.  

   This is probably built more for the collector, not the player--old buescher Tranny traits, side pip location experiments affect tuning. AND "No", the mouthpiece is not included, sorry, it's one of Sarge's and isn't for sale. If just looked cool in the photos. CASE: is the original Buescher case, purple interior. It's in good/great shape, minor edge frays but the condition matches the love of the sax's good condition.

still for sale as of 3-9-2015

Item#:SP

1937 Buescher "The Aristocrat" series 1:

 In original lacquer, these are hard to find in original (!) shape and well respected tenors. ser# 278K, They are versatile, warm sounding, comfortable playing tenors, with better intonation than most, even including Selmer. Has buescher snap-in pad system and gold norton springs. I  need to burnish out several very dents in the bow, a few on the back tube and neck as well; but it's a good looking sax with limited solder points. And with a complete rebuild, is will play as nice as it looks.  They have a small bore/bell design that can really punch through with the right mouthpiece. Comes in original Buescher hard case in ok condition, rope handle replacement--latches do latch but the triggers are gone. a little metal prick (car keys) will open it right up. :)  It has it's original pads and snap in domes everywhere, so i will do a faithful Buescher snap in rebuild, with metal backed pads to make it feel original.  

SOLD

Item#:WWS10.00.00.161.2-0-0

Sound File: Buescher "Big B"1944 vs. Buescher "Big B"1940 vs. Buescher Aristocrat 1938

1945 Buescher "Big B" Tenor:

(On Consignment--Sarge Rebuild 2009, plays great)Another superb tenor, in the 307,xxx range, Original Lacquer at 85%. They are versatile, warm sounding, comfortable playing tenors, with better intonation than most, even including Selmer. My client has decided to thin his herd of saxes (even after having other pro players love this sax!). It received a faithful Buescher snap in rebuild, with metal backed pads to make it feel original in 2009 by The Sarge. The owner ordered a custom Walt Johnson case ($450!) that is sized for the Big B--it will not fit a Mark VI--it is a buescher padding template. I would like to sell them as a pair. However, I may entertain an option to try to swap out for another case.

Item#:WWSconsignmentLawrence*

Sound File (actual sax"1944 err"): Buescher "Big B"1944 vs. Buescher "Big B"1940 vs. Buescher Aristocrat 1938

Sound File:  Buescher Big B, Martin Magna, Yamaha Custom Z

Sound File: Buescher "Big B"1944 vs. Buescher "Big B"1940 vs. Buescher Aristocrat 1938

a rare classic from Sarge's Collection (his description):

Buescher 400,"Top Hat & Cane":

Serial number 325,180 makes it a 1948 or so.  The top hat is a lovely horn to look at, or play.  It has a warmer sound and does a beautiful job with ballads, but is flexible enough to do jazz with the right mouthpiece.  i've had this one quite a while... it's real nice, but it's not mint, so i don't mind taking to some of the blues clubs we play.  there were a few chair dents in the bow and when i smoothed them, they stayed a little ripple-y... but i don't mind at all.  The engravings are just a joy to look at, i often find myself mesmerized by them.  I  rebuilt it with a premium rebuild, to improve the feel, with teflon and ultrasuede... my pad selection for this one was Saxgourmet pads and I kept the stock snap-in metal resonators intact, throughout.  I like to play it with this mouthpiece below, the two make a super rich/fat combination of tones: 

Chadd comments: properly rebuilt with a custom Black pad rebuild with original snaps (pads shellac/glued in) . A HUGE TONE! I was REALLY planning to keep this one.

$SOLD

Item #:Sarge's_Collection_S<08

 

Serial #340,000 (too cool not to list the full number).  This sax is Original Finish, and was a special sax that was repaired by the master, Sarge (WWS creator).  It was given a Full Buescher Rebuild by Sarge and was not played much; it received Buescher metal-backed pads for a traditional rebuild and natural cork throughout. Only negative to mention is that one snap went missing in time (F3, too common). Consider the pads: "like new!"  CASE: The original case is in great shape to match the shine of the sax. The sax will need minor tune-ups that I'll include in the price.

SOUND: warmth, sultry, very very close to the Big B(series II), just add a bit more treble tones in the clearness of tone.

SOLD One of the best bargain saxes!

Item#:WWS8.0LO0.2131.6CON

 

1954 Buescher "Aristocrat", series 3, [156] (Flower) Tenor:

Another superb tenor, in the 347,xxx range, Original Lacquer at 90%. They are versatile, warm sounding, comfortable playing tenors, with better intonation than most, even including Selmer. It received newer pads elsewhere; it feels wrong to tear them out even though they are used with a  "medium" life-rating. They have lots of life left! The Snap-in Pad system is 100% intact, as well as the Gold Norton Springs. It has the original Buescher box case, that looks aged, but in suitable working order. 
     I'll be working on this one to improve the cosmetics where I can (minor dent work in the bottom bow, red rust removal), quieting oils and adjustments throughout. SOUND: Warm, sultry-resonance, very very close to the "Big B"-series 2 right before it, just add a bit more treble clearness to the tone. I think these are some of the most undervalued saxes on the vintage market!  All included for the competitive price of:

SOLD!

Item#:WWS7.3E8.81.10261.5C15CONSIGN

1967 Buescher 400 Tenor Sax:  This is a nice 400 model made about a year after the Selmer takeover ser. # 420,xxx.  The finish is original and to me, looks very handsome.  It has the same body, neck with underslung octave mechanism and keywork as the famous older brother the "Top Hat" model, but with nickel plated keys.  Buescher still made great 400's through the sixties, this one was made appx. 1967.  It has a warm centered tone, but can be pushed hard with a metal mouthpiece.  The Lacquer is original and about 85%, but the neck and the inside of the bell are nearly worn to bare brass.  I plan burnish out a few dents and to do a complete Buescher style rebuild and it will go for

still for sale as of 10-9-2015 

These are some of the most undervalued horns on the vintage market. 

Item#:WSS

Sound File (actual sax!): Tenor MOUTHPIECEs Custom Series:

Blues Blaster112 - Florida113 - FatBoy113

Mouthpieces Sound File: Selmer "Jazz E", WWS custom 6, Level Air 7, Tonalin 5*

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BUFFET:

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1972 Buffet Super Dynaction Tenor (w/ high F#):  EXCELLENT Original Lacquer is about 98% although there are some scratches (see pics)--Beautiful Speckled Lacquer version! There are no pings, dents, or major scratches to report. one, ONLY one post is dented into the body (C# tube saddle). These compare very favorably to the famed Selmer Mark VI, usually ranked #2.  Known for its rich tone and smooth action it is a well designed heavy horn, it keeps it's adjustment well and is very reliable.  The serial number is 18,3xx, which means it was made in 1972.  the 70's models had a little more edge and some folks prefer them for that trait.  Included is the original Buffet hard case which is still in excellent shape to match (except the loss of the main handle, hmmm)--side handle is intact. It will great a "French Standard" rebuild with flat metal resonators to mimic the original setup and natural cork throughout. 

SOLD

Item#: WWS12.00.12.131.2-0-0

a rare classic from Sarge's Collection (his description):

 

1975 Buffet (Paris) Crampon S-1 This rare Buffet S-1 looks and played absolutely great on arrival but the pads were a big mix bag of old and new ones. The whole horn is pretty clean and is original. we can see a few original acid bleeds (D key cup, C# post...), includes yamaha replacement case. Known for its well design, these heavy horns keep adjustment well and are very reliable, also excellent intonation and crazy gadgets on the Eb/C rocker, Low Bb table, High F#, & opt. F#--Highly over-engineered. The serial number is 23,9xx, which means it was made in 1975.  the 70's model Buffets had a little more edge and some folks prefer them for that trait. The S-1 is actually quite brighter and bolder than the previous SDAs; so they're a cross between the Buffet SDA & a King Super 20. We decided to give it a French Standard rebuild with premium extras and put flat metal resos w/ rivet to match its original factory setup.  

SOLD

Item #:SSP18.11.111.0-4-11

Sound File: Conn 10M vs. Buffet S-1 vs. SML Gold Medal

Sound File: Buffet S-1, King Silversonic #433k, Guardala DG500 New York

1976 Buffet (Paris) Crampon S-1: (Consignment - Plays great) ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL! This rare Buffet S-1 looks and plays great on  arrival and the pads might still be original (I bet not--pads in excellent condition). The sax is being sold from the second owner! The whole horn is very clean and is original--Although it tests even lacquer experts, the story will vouch and match the Originality. It even has the original Buffet case in excellent condition to match! 

   Known for its well design, these heavy horns keep adjustment well and are very reliable, also excellent intonation and crazy gadgets on the Eb/C rocker, Low Bb table, High F#, & opt. F#--Highly over-engineered. The serial number is 26,0xx, which means it was made in 1976.  the 70's model Buffets had a little more edge and some folks prefer them for that trait. The S-1 is actually quite brighter and bolder than the previous SDAs; so they're a cross between the Buffet SDA & a King Super 20 but lean towards the French sound.

SOLD

Item #:WWS-ConsignmentMaxwell

Sound File: Conn 10M vs. Buffet S-1 vs. SML Gold Medal

Sound File: Buffet S-1, King Silversonic #433k, Guardala DG500 New York

(actual sax) Sound File: TENORx2-MPCx3: Buffet S1, Conn 10M MPCS: Wein 0.101", 

Berg 0.129", RunyonSpoiler 0.099" (7:43min)

Sound File: Conn 10M vs. Buffet S-1 vs. SML Gold Medal

Sound File: Buffet S-1, King Silversonic #433k, Guardala DG500 New York

CONN:

1925 Silver Conn Wonder/"Chu Berry" Transitional Tenor:  Ser.# m166,xxx.  Another Wonder II (aka a "Chu") with nailfile G#, rolled tone holes, everything we love.  Original Silver plate model, in good shape with about 80% remaining, no major body damage to mention either, Goldwash bell shows some heavy wear. Consider having us replate that as part of the process. This is a transitional Chu, one of the first off the line, because it has some Wonder I parts (high Eb). But it has the nailfile G# so you can be certain you get that Chu sound.  Great story with this one: one owner horn! He played around the world via the cruise ships. he put stickers on the original case, which is in good shape by the way, at all the stops he had--Beijing, Hong Kong, Seattle, ...etc. This thing is covered. Too cool! Now, if you've never played a Chu, they are stunningly powerful tenors...big fat sound top to bottom.  Ergos are not that great, but i know a lot of players that play them in spite of the 20's design and would never switch to a Selmer.   It will get a full repad, with a Conn-style, standard repad (aka, our vintage rebuild).  

SOLD 

Item#:WWS1W2.0W0.11.7281.1-0

Sound File: Buescher Top Hat & Cane vs. Conn Chu vs. Olds "Super" (by martin)

Sound File: Selmer Mark VI vs. SML Gold Medal vs. Conn (nickel) Chu

1928 Silver Conn New Wonder II "Chu Berry" Tenor -- Custom Project:

     OK!, this great sax that has seen better days. These are great players, so I wanted to make it someone's perfect gig sax! AND improve the cosmetics! Slightly abused, but nothing major. LET'S MAKE IT AWESOME.

     Named: "Hotrod", Ser.# m211,xxx. another great "Chu" in original silver, with gold wash bell (in good shape) with nailfile G#, rolled tone holes, everything we love. Overall it's in good condition with minor wear only on a few key tops and rods! Upon initial inspection, there was one main 'damage story' in its past: the lower edge looks to have taken a knock, the bell-to-body brace needs resoldered, the rear body tube will need aligned to the bow (de-soldered damage), and address the front knock, address dents to the high palm keys, messy solders, remove the unnecessary lyre holder, The Front F rocker arm went missing but I'll fabricate a replacement of some sort (if not, replace it with a spare one!).  Just call her by Name: "Hot Rod".

   Now, if you've never played a Chu, they are stunningly powerful tenors...big fat sound top to bottom.  Ergos are not that great, but I know a lot of players that play them in spite of the 20's design and would never switch to a Selmer. 

WWS SPECIAL CUSTOM PROJECT - "Hot Rod - The Super Gigger": 

~White Roo pads to be dyed RED.

~Resos: to-the-max sized Silver Resotech resonators--3mm shy of the tone holes! 

   This will be a stunning sax cosmetically, but I want it to make the guitar 

    players turn their ears! Other ideas:

~New Selmer Thumb hook?

~upgrade the octave KEYWORK (See progress photo).

~NEW case

~I even plan to include extra pads for your future needs! I'm just thinkin' of ya and 
   not wanting you to have to solve the RED pads at a later date. You're welcome.

   Yes, that means Custom WWS Red Roo pads.

~selmer key guards???

~fabricating keywork?!?!?!? ... "project"...

still for sale as of 2-2016

At its current rate, it will end up on "Our Finest" for the [fun] things we're doing!

Item #:WWS5.60.01.241.4-0

1929-30 silver Conn New Wonder II "Chu Berry"-Transitional Tenor: Ser.# m236,xxx. (transitional era 235k-262k) Excellent "Chu" in original silver, with gold wash bell (in excellent shape) with nailfile G#, rolled tone holes, everything we love. I shined up a few spots for the photos to show the silver is in great shape from its 80yrs! Overall it's in excellent condition with minor wear only on a few key tops and rods! Upon initial inspection, there are NO solder repairs to mention! no bell-to-body damage either.  Now, if you've never played a Chu, they are stunningly powerful tenors...big fat sound top to bottom.  Ergos are not that great, but i know a lot of players that play them in spite of the 20's design and would never switch to a Selmer. I did check the Chu tuning flaw in the palm keys (tend to play flat) and this one plays far better in tune that many others I've compared!  It is due to the later serial # and slight factory improvements into this "transitional" era. You will notice a few keys that started to gain 10M traits (high E has the ergo curve). It has very minor dings and only 2 small dents that I will burnish out during the rebuild. It has the original silver end cap and Conn, original wood case with purple interior in good shape!  It will get a standard "Vintage Conn" style rebuild (aka my Vintage Standard) with tan pads, flat metal resos and I'm selling it for:

SOLD

Item #:WWS10.00.01.1151.3-0

1931 Conn "Chu Berry TRANSITIONAL" ART DECO engraving Tenor: 

(On consignment - plays ____ ) I am not even going to Talk-Up this sax. It will sell itself before my description will. Silver plate with gold wash bell, both in excellent shape. serial #247xxx! PRIME ERA for a transitional, and the Deco engraving tie it right into that era. These a screaming Players; strong enough to play, pretty enough to love and collect...DO BOTH!

This is priced to still be very enticing for someone to scoop it up and hire the rebuild options to fit your needs & desires. Comes in original Conn case in good, used shape to match, with silver end plug! 

SOLD

Item #:WWS-consignmentSC1

1941 Conn "Connqueror" 30M tenor: (On Consignment--plays great)

Here's a great sax, built to play. Recently rebuilt from another top U.S. sax shop and set up to blow loud. 

How about this: -Conn 30M tenor!!! coming soon! a "rocket ship player", goes 0-60 in ...BOOM! You all know how you can never take your pretty sax out to the gig, right? This is THE one. it's an ugly, relac, doorbustin', triple-barrel, head turnin' screamer. This one is made to play at the gig! please email me.

Case: original red conn.

Oh My! I just played this one! I plan on a sound sample...SML Rev D, Conn 30M, and Selmer.

 I just saw one of these sell on ebay (needed everything) where this price is better considering the Pro Rebuild!

SOLD

Item#:WWSconsignment-McDonald

Sound File: Selmer Mark VI vs Couf Superba1 vs Conn 30M 

Sound file (actual sax!): TENORs 3x and MPCs 2x:

Selmer MarkVI, Conn 30M, SML RevD -- Tonalin85_WoodwindCoNY097   
Sound File: '42 Conn 10M, '41 Conn 30M, '48 Buescher 400 Top Hat 

& Cane, '51 SML Revision D, '60 Martin Magna

a rare classic from Sarge's Collection (his description):

1942 Conn 10M Tenor:

Prime era 10m in original lacquer, S# 306,843.  the thing is 30-m's and 10-m's are so different , i felt like i need to have both... the 30m is more of a jazz horn and the 10m works better for my rockin' R&B stuff.  It has never seen any notable body damage, although some minor dents may have been rolled out before i got her.   Rolled tone holes, Naked Lady engraving.  The neck is slightly pulled down, i corrected that and eventually i will do a Conn Style Premium Rebuild, with Saxgourmet Kangaroo pads and flat metal resonators.  The premium upgrade, with Teflon and Ultrasuede, will really do a lot to smooth out the action on her.

Chadd comments: This one is a real screamer. Setup with oversized flat metal resonators, and the Black Saxgourmet Roo pads. Just the real deal here, everything you'd expect from the fable of 10M's.

SOLD

Item #:WWST36.00.6271.4-14SC08

Sound File(Actual sax!): Selmer (SBA) "Super Balanced Action", Couf "Superba 1", SML "Rev. D", Conn 10M

Sound File: '42 Conn 10M, '41 Conn 30M, '48 Buescher 400 Top Hat 

& Cane, '51 SML Revision D, '60 Martin Magna

Sound file: Selmer mk vi, a The Martin Tenor and a Conn 10 M

Sound File:  Selmer Mark VI vs. JK Silvertone vs. 1945 Conn 10M

Sound File: TENORx2-MPCx3: Buffet S1, Conn 10M MPCS: Wein 0.101", 

Berg 0.129", RunyonSpoiler 0.099" (7:43min)

 ....AFTER:

Conn 10M, "Naked Lady" 1945 Original Silver Plate:  serial number 312xxx, all original and never any major damage, just tarnished silver in the 'before' photos. Excellent % of original silver intact! One small dent in the bell which should burnish out pretty nice.  This one has the rolled tone holes and everything you'd expect from a '40's Conn... including a really big sound.  The silver plate is original but worn in a few regular contact spots, the gold in the bell looks decent--request a layer of 24k Gold to really regain some pizzazz ($96).  It's big, lush and warm, with a hard rubber mpce, and can really wail, with a metal mouthpiece. If you're familiar with early Conns, you know they have a large cult following. Comes with original Conn rectangle hard case in good shape suitable for use.   We we give this a Vintage Conn rebuild with tan pads and flat metal resonators like it originally had.  

SOLD

Item #:WSS

Sound File (feat. a #311k silver Conn): Selmer Mark VI vs. JK Silvertone vs. Conn 10M

 Sound File: Conn 10M vs. Buffet S-1 vs. SML Gold Medal

COUF:

a baby from Sarge's Collection:

 

J. Keilwerth/H.Couf Superba 1: Equipped with High F#, beautiful lacquer, another "Sarge's Special" rebuild, Prestini pads, metal domed resos, AND a Premium Upgrade.  S# 54,xxx, nice really early Superba 1, these are noted for a very big, warm sound, that is full of harmonics and body.  This is the oldest Couf i have acquired to date, i really like the older ones, they are tone machines.   Made about 1965, the early models are ultra rare, especially in nice condition... and finish is very good, perhaps 90%, with the usual wear and scratching.  Body is very straight, no dings or dents.

SOLD

Item#: SSP

Sound File (actual sax!): Selmer Mark VI vs Couf Superba1 vs Conn 30M 

1984-85 J. Keilwerth/H.Couf Superba 1 Tenor: Equipped with High F#, beautiful original lacquer, S# 90,xxx, matching neck, nice late era Superba 1, these are noted for a very big, warm sound, that is full of harmonics and body.  they are tone machines with very good intonation.  Made about 1985, these are still fantastic saxes through their decades of creation... and finish is very good, perhaps 85%, with the usual wear and scratching.  Body is very straight, no major damage. One large dent on the backside bow I burnished out, and ping in the bell side. original "couf" case in fantastic condition with a cool inner fabric wrap--super cool! REBUILD: I'm still deciding what to do on this baby, but we'll have to talk Resonators... The WWS Vintage Standard would include JK-style, domed seamless metal resos and natural cork throughout. Let's talk about how to set this up for you!

SOLD

Item#: WWS13.00.651.4-0

Sound File(Actual sax!): Selmer (SBA) "Super Balanced Action", Couf "Superba 1", SML "Rev. D", Conn 10M

Sound File: King Super20 F.P. vs King Silversonic vs Couf Superba1 "Blackie"

Sound File: Selmer Mark VI vs Couf Superba1 vs Conn 30M 

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GUARDALA:

Another really fantastic German sax is a B&S stencil, for Dave Guardala. I have been searching  for a early serial number Guardala model 500 for some time.  The craftsmanship is awesome on these horns.  Ergonomics are up there with Keilwerth and Selmer, the materials used are far above par.  The sound is unique and falls somewhere in-between a Conn "Chu" Tenor and a Keilwerth SX90R.  Here is Sarge's description for this particular Tenor:

a baby from Sarge's Collection:

Dave Guardala model DG500SP Silver Plate Tenor:  This Uber-professional level Bb Tenor saxophone is fabricated and hand made from 72% formulated Copper alloy yellow brass with full rib post construction and hand hammered bell. All rods are solid nickel silver with stainless steel screws, springs are tempered blue steel and authentic Mother of Pearl key buttons are used throughout. I repadded it myself, with Saxgourmet pads and nickel plated, brass rivetless, domed resonators.  All the Guardala extras come standard, like hand engraving on the bell (not laser engraved like the later made Guardala's), high F#, plus extensive fine tuning key adjustment screws at all critical points. This horn has triple silver plating finish with meticulous fancy hand engraving on the bell. Upper and lower key stacks are ergonomically designed for smooth, accurate and positive digital feel.

     The serial number is below 4000 ( 00382x, Made in Germany). This sax was manufactured long before Dave Guardala's association with LA Sax started  (that is, the "LA SAX" Laser engraved saxes bearing his name, after B&S folded), and LA Saxes compromises in the quality of the product began appearing.  Don't be tricked, the DG500's are the real thing, serial numbers will differentiate the B&S models from the LA sax  ones.   The mouthpiece (in the pics) is sarge's and is not for sale or included.  Silver models are estimated to be 20% higher in resale value than lacquered brass.  Available with original "faux alligator" case for

SOLD

Item#:SSP

Sound File: Selmer Mark VI #111k, Zephyr #308k, Super 20 #325k, Guardala DG500 New York

a baby from Sarge's Collection:

Dave Guardala model DG500GL Rose Gold lacquer tenor:  Whew! this baby always gets more looks in the shop than most. What a color! This Uber-professional level Bb Tenor saxophone is fabricated and hand made from 72% formulated Copper alloy yellow brass with full rib post construction and hand hammered bell. All rods are solid nickel silver with stainless steel screws, springs are tempered blue steel and authentic Mother of Pearl key buttons are used throughout. All the Guardala extras come standard, like hand engraving on the bell (not laser engraved like the later made Guardala's), high F#, plus extensive fine tuning key adjustment screws at all critical points, but you can't miss the meticulous, fancy, hand engraving on the bell. Upper and lower key stacks are ergonomically designed for smooth, accurate and positive digital feel.

     The serial number is super low FROM THE FIRST YEAR OF PRODUCTION ( 0038X, Made in Germany). This sax was manufactured long before Dave Guardala's association with LA Sax started  (that is, the "LA SAX" Laser engraved saxes bearing his name, after B&S folded), and LA Saxes compromises in the quality of the product began appearing.  Don't be tricked, the DG500's are the real thing, serial numbers will differentiate the B&S models from the LA sax  ones.   The mouthpiece (in the pics) is sarge's and is not for sale or included.  I never knew Sarge to even play this one and the set up is with tan pads and metal domed resos with rivet (like modern selmer). There are only two cosmetic things to mention and it is 1) a small lacquer burn on the low B key (see pics) and 2) the bow rib (very bottom) was resoldered at one point. I don't know the story there but I just reduced the price $500 to reflect this. Rare rose gold lacquered brass is so beautiful. I will have to find a nice case for her. :)

SOLD The mouthpiece (in the pics) is sarge's and is not for sale or included.

Item#:SSP

Sound File (this sax!): Selmer Mark VI #111k, Zephyr #308k, Super 20 #325k, Guardala DG500 New York

Sound File (this sax!): Tenor REEDs: Berg 105-1-M ss: x3: Fibercell med-soft, Java 2.5, Java 3.0

Sound File (this sax!): Buffet S-1, King Silversonic #433k, Guardala DG500 New York

a baby from Sarge's Collection:

Dave Guardala model DG500BN Black Nickel tenor:  

I also had a Black Guardala, with silver plated keys.  These are really extremely well made, great playing horns:  

This Uber-professional level Bb Tenor saxophone is fabricated and hand made from 72% formulated Copper alloy yellow brass with full rib post construction and hand hammered bell. All rods are solid nickel silver with stainless steel screws, springs are tempered blue steel and authentic Mother of Pearl key buttons are used throughout. All the Guardala extras come standard, like hand engraving on the bell (not laser engraved like the later made Guardala's), high F#, plus extensive fine tuning key adjustment screws at all critical points, but you can't miss the meticulous, fancy, hand engraving on the bell. Upper and lower key stacks are ergonomically designed for smooth, accurate and positive digital feel.

     The serial number is still low ( 006501, Made in Germany). This sax was manufactured long before Dave Guardala's association with LA Sax started  (that is, the "LA SAX" Laser engraved saxes bearing his name, after B&S folded), and LA Saxes compromises in the quality of the product began appearing.  Don't be tricked, the DG500's are the real thing, serial numbers will differentiate the B&S models from the LA sax  ones.   The mouthpiece (in the pics) is sarge's and is not for sale or included.  I never knew Sarge to even play this one and the set up is with tan pads and metal domed resos with rivet (like modern selmer). The Silver Keys are tarnishing a bit from hanging on the wall (vs these shiny pics). I will give them a cleaning for the buyer. ONE COSMETIC FLAW to mention at the moment, pending a thorough look-over: there is 1 minor bell ding/dent, sadly--in the outer left, inside by the lip. I will have to find a nice case for her. :)

SOLD The mouthpiece (in the pics) is sarge's and is not for sale or included.

Item#:SSP

KEILWERTH (& Dörfler & Jörka):

1956 (Dörfler & Jörka) H. Gênet tenor:

(Thanks to my friend, Helen @ BassicSax for identification help!) Sweet! Although it looks like a  vintage keilwerth, oops I mean, Dörfler & Jörka stencil! Ser#11,1xx dates it to the 1956-9, and #s match on the neck and body. "Made in Western Germany" stamped on the back and many other similar components to match New King and Tone King models: grooved pants guard, key designs, bell flare and I fully expect that JK tone but more focus in the narrower bell! ROLLED TONE HOLES too. Overall the horn is in great shape and no major damage ever. It has some chair dings that will get burnished out during a rebuild. It is original lacquer at 85%. I like the pearl octave thumb rest (large for comfort). :)   It will get a "French Standard" rebuild,  using large flat metal reso's (aka, a vintage rebuild). It comes in a modern, molded, zipper case--like a cheaper protec copy--the zippers work and the JK fits! (often hard to find a case for JK bells). With a rebuild included, it should sell quickly for a ridiculously low price of:

SOLD

 Item#:WWS5.80.00.251.3-0

1969 Keilwerth King Tempo tenor: hmmm... a great history piece here!--tricky Names and Dating. with Ser#64,xxx + #135x, JK dating dates the first it to the 1969, but the second number is lower than normal for D&J.  Add in the late 70s King logo (blended with SML which D&J had associations with), layout resembling more JK plus other pieces, and after more research and conferring with my friend Helen at BassicSax: [It's a full-blooded Keilwerth!]. Overall the horn is good enough shape to restore. She's growing some 'green', which I hate, so that will disappear! missing the original pants guard, sadly; also there is a loose post (still there to solder repair) and a lost screw to low C# rod. I'll address those during the rebuild.  It has several dings/dents that will get burnished out during a rebuild, bell lip looks rough but will round out and improve. It is original lacquer at 70%. The overall layout is quite nice/modern.  It will get a "French Standard" rebuild,  using large domed metal reso's (aka, a vintage rebuild in line with a JK design). The current case is original and disgusting. HA! So that will have get upgraded (included!). With a rebuild included, it should sell quickly for a low price of:

still for sale as of 3/15/2016

Item#:WWS3.00.8191.4-0

1966 J. Keilwerth TONE KING:   S# 55,xxx, nice top of the line Keilwerth, with high F# key, made the same time as the Couf Superba 1.  These are noted for a very big, warm sound that is full of harmonics and body.  Made about 1966, in the very same location, by the same workers as the Couf Superba 1 and 2.   I have seen Superba Ones with the serial number 51,xxx, so both of these models were made at the same time.  There are a few small differences, like the bell to body brace, the strap hook and the right hand thumbhook, but the sound is identical and the mechanics are too, as close as i can tell... early Couf's even had the plastic pants guard.  I have Just Finished a "French Standard" rebuild,  using large flat metal reso's (aka, a vintage rebuild). Comes in a used, SKB molded hard case.

SOLD

Item#:WSS

Sound File: Selmer Mark VI vs. JK ToneKing vs. The Martin Tenor

***(I leave this listing up because this sax is one of the best(*my opinion) playing tenors I've touched. I confirmed this on a Tune-up visit from the owner.)

a rare classic from Sarge's Collection (his description):

1959 Keilwerth "ToneKing" Tenor:

  This Tenor was identical to the "New King" model, but for one added key, a high F# Gizmo key... for this reason, JK decided to market the Tone King as the "Pro" model and the New King as the Standard.  Serial # 37,xxx, it was built in about 1959, they only made Pro models during these years.  These are supremely warm and smoky,  jazzy horns, built solid like a tank, just heavy and beefy... and the sound was like that too.  Keywork was great and ideas were stolen from almost every great pro horn to make this one.  The neck tightening screw is like a Martin, the toneholes are rolled like a Conn, G#/Bb cluster is similar to a Selmer SBA...  these can stand with any other horn from this era.  Highly undervalued, should be worth 4000.00, i have seen nice examples like this one go for 2500.00... but hey, they are rare too, and you know what happens to rare tenors.  I rebuilt it with Saxgourmet pads and Resotech slightly domed, Solid silver resonators.

Chadd comments: I'm scared to touch these ones with the plastic guard. But I like the look! It's like watching a machine in action! SOUND!!! This sax has HUGE Power! The Treble boost CUTS through! I need a Sound File to prove this!

still for sale as of 3/15/2016(Case matching pending)

Item #:Sarge's_Collection_S<08

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KING:

1939 King Zephyr Tenor:   

S#196,xxx, superb sounding earlier zephyr.  Original Lacquer is very good, over 80%, matching serial number on the neck, thumb hook resoldered.  The earlier the Zephyr, the darker and more vintage the tone, this one will sound beautiful.  It's not mint, she has had her share of minor dings and dents--these will get burnished out and removed as best as I can offer. She is solid as a rock and will make a great horn for someone who can appreciate that sound!  Three ring strap hook, G# trill key, eyebrow keyguards, square button accents on this early series. These vintage guys do have some 'challenging' tuning up in the high A-B-C range. A vintage mouthpiece has helped this notably.  Comes with newer, rectangle wood case in great shape (it reminds me of the 70s vito era). It will get a "French Standard" rebuild, but substituted large flat metal reso's, for the selmer style plastic ones (aka, a WWS Vintage Standard Rebuild). 

I want to offer this one as a very affordable "deal of the Spring" 

for an aspiring player who can appreciate its little quirks and love the smoky, vintage tone.

still for sale as of 3/15/2016

Item#:WWS07.50.5191.4-0

1941-2 King Silver Zephyr Tenor:

   S#257,xxx, superb sounding earlier zephyr.  Original silver is good, over 90%.  The earlier the Zephyr, the darker and more vintage the tone, this one sounds beautiful.  It's not mint, she has had her share of dings and dents removed, but she is solid as a rock and will make a great horn for someone who can appreciate that sound!  Three ring strap hook, eyebrow keyguards, improved G#/B/Bb cluster and this one was chosen by the US Navy band, so you know it was tested and preferred over others.  Comes with vintage wood case in OK shape. These vintage guys do have some 'challenging' tuning up in the high A-B-C range. A vintage mouthpiece has helped this notably. It just finished a "French Standard" rebuild, but substituted large flat metal reso's, for the selmer style plastic ones (aka, a vintage rebuild). 

SOLD 

Item#:WSS12.11.11.000.0-8-08

Sound File (actual sax!):  Mark VI vs SML-RevD '41Zephyr

Sound File: Buffet SDA vs Martin Magna vs King Zephyr(eyebrows)

1950 King Zephyr Tenor Saxophone: 

 S# is 308,xxx which makes it circa 1950. This is in that prime serial number range! It has the double socket neck with matching #s, improved G# table, many features you would find on the 50's King Super 20.  Original lacquer is 85% intact with a few small areas that have worn to brass.  a few typical small dings and pings, 2 main dents, which i will do my best to remove. Otherwise no major damage. She will be a rockin' tenor. These are great for all music but many R&R players have come to love them. Comes with original tweed case where 2 or 3 latches need attention. I will either put new latches on or find a new case. It will get a step up rebuild on Saxgourmet Black Roo Pads($101); seamless, large flat metal reso's($45); and some extra attention--so it will have a bit more kick than it did in the 1950s.  

Item#:WWS7.50.00.2191.3-2-13

1957 King Zephyr Tenor  --MINT--: 

Another great Zephyr in my favorite serial number range.  GORGEOUS at that! Great story: we had the pleasure of buying this from the original owner. She got it went she was 10yrs old and played many shows (winning, of course!). All I can say is "wow". She loved this horn to keep it so nice. ...not many boys keep a sax this nice for +55yrs!  :)   These sound just about identical to a super twenty, from the same year.  The serial number is in the 358,xxx range and the original lacquer is 99% intact.  Most wear is on the palm keys, minor chair dings (as a kid) on the bottom bow. We'll burnish those out. a few replacement screws need returned to originals too; we'll take care of that. Included is the neck, the brass neck tenon cap and a King woodshell case in excellent condition as well. It's the purple two-tone version with the alligator top. = sweet vintage case! It will get our "French Standard" rebuild, but substituted large flat metal reso's, for the selmer style plastic ones--so it will have a rebuild like it rolled out with in the 1950s. Considering how beautiful she is: 

Item#:WWS8.50.00.9151.1-0

Sound File: KingZephyr343K vs. SML Gold Medal vs. KingSuper20FullPearls

a rare classic from Sarge's Collection (his description):

1945 King Super 20 Tenor:

     Nice original lacquer super 20, with the Serial number 278,7xx.  These have a lot of nice features, like: pearls on all the keys and Sterling Silver, sleeve style neck, but what i really love is the rich, big tone.  Super 20's are more or less divided up into 3 categories, early, middle and late production, this one falls in the early and has a great balance of sound but darker and smokier than my middle era one.  The King horns sure get my vote and i gig with them often. 

     It has the pearl G# in the crescent shape just like early Zephyrs. Sarge fully rebuilt this one with tan prestini pads, and seamless flat metal resonators (nickel plated) for very light action. As with all the Sarge Collection saxes, I might have to match/find the case for it. I think this one has a modern replacement (aka, not original).

(photos with a King Equa-Tru Special mouthpiece--NOT FOR SALE)

Chadd comments: This was a late addition to Sarge's Collection. I always felt he was a jerk to be hoarding TWO Full Pearl Super 20's! They were/are completely different in tone though.

SOLD

Item #:Sarge's_Collection_C11

SOUND FILE: King Super20 F.P. vs King Silversonic vs Couf Superba1 "Blackie"

King Super 20 Tenor, Full Pearls, #308k! Mid-era Super 20! There are distinct differences in each era. Maybe you geek-out about such things also? ... please talk me out of putting it in MY collection. 

In the middle of the photo

still for sale as of 3/15/2016

Item #:WWS.26.50.12111.4-0

 

a rare classic from Sarge's Collection (his description):

1952 King Super 20 Tenor: 

 

Nice original lacquer super 20, with the Serial number 325,692.  These have a lot of nice features, like  pearls on all the keys and Sterling Silver, sleeve style neck, but what i really love is the rich, big tone.  Super 20's are more or less divided up into 3 categories, early, middle and late production, this one falls in the middle and has a great balance of sound.  The King horns sure get my vote and i gig with them often. This one was rebuilt with thick brass resonators, oversized, I believe originally from a TM setup. 

still for sale as of 3/15/2016

Item #:Sarge's_Collection_C11

 

Chadd comments: This was Sarge's choice tenor for his last few gigs. He had a love affair with the Super 20 that in simply viewed by the public as "acceptable". We all wish we could be cheating on our daily player with a prime era, tear-drop G#, beauty like this one. The resonators are a huge booster!

     I have SOUND FILES to link here soon. To Do list...

 

1958 King Super 20 Tenor: 

Nice original lacquer super 20, with the Serial number 362,xxx dates it to roughly 1958.  What I really love is the rich, big tone.  Super 20's are more or less divided up into 3 categories, early, middle and late production, this one falls in the middle and has a great balance of sound.  The King horns sure get my vote and I gig with them often. This one is yet to be rebuilt and will need such to be rockin'.  No major dents to worry about; a few pings in the body or backside(some I removed before photos). The bell interior will be washed and treated to help remove the green during a rebuild here.  Price includes a killer rebuild and I'd love to help you set it up to your liking. CASE: original King case (note: no end cap for tighter fit inside the case.)

TBD

Item #:WWS2ES1.52.80.7121.6-0

 

 

a baby from Sarge's Collection:

King Super 20 "SilverSonic" Tenor:  

Serial #385,xxx, Mfg in 1960, when King was owned by the H.N. White Company.  Features a Sterling Silver Bell, and Neck, Hard-Nickel Silver Rods, Individually Hand-Soldered Tone Holes.  Currently setup with Black Saxgourmet Roo Pads and oversized seamless flat nickel resonators and a Sarge's Premium Rebuild.  Tentatively for sale, from Sarges personal collection, i may put it at ebay soon. 

SOLD

Compare to this recent EBAY Auction that still needs a rebuild!: Very Nice Ebayed Silversonic <--click there

As long as you're comparing, notice our considerably better serial number (in perfect rebuilt playing order).

Item #:SSP35.11.1110

SOUND FILE: King Super20 F.P. vs King Silversonic vs Couf Superba1 "Blackie"

 

King Super 20 Tenor:  

Serial #654,xxx, Mfg in 1977, when King was owned by the H.N. White Company.  Features a modern Neck with top octave, Hard-Nickel Silver Rods, Individually Hand-Soldered Tone Holes. There is lots of worry about the change in quality from the King factory in this lineage and Zephyrs. I can tell you that cheaper changes were definitely made in time (like no screw adjusters on the F#bridge, neck change, sadly no bell key engravings...etc) but the bores remained the same; thus, the essence of the super 20 remains--Have no Fear! It arrived with nearly a complete rebuild done elsewhere, pads are my style too!, fully adjusted to play great and has larger, flat metal resonators like my WWS Vintage Standard Rebuild with natural cork throughout. 

SOLD

Item #:WWS13.72.00.111.3-0-08

MOUTHPIECES Sound File (feat. THIS sax): BERGs x4: 110ss-105ss-100hr-110hr

LEBLANC:

a rare classic from Sarge's Collection (his description):

1960's LEBLANC System, a.k.a. Rationale Tenor Sax: 

This is an amazing and rare pro horn with the unique Leblanc mechanism, where the G# tone hole is at the rear and all the front pads remain open - the fingerings possible on a Leblanc are far more versatile than a conventional sax allowing for easier transitions in what are usually difficult passages - as well as multiple false fingerings and a greater range of altissimo fingerings. The Leblanc has a strong individual voice and speaks extremely well, one of the great advantages of the system is that normally stuffy notes like middle D and E speak with a clear open voice - the uniformity throughout the range is simply unachievable in any other horn. This one has at least 95% original lacquer and is in top notch condition.  I haven't had to do too much to it, except a minor tune up. It even has the original green print case in great shape! Serial #513.

That's a classic "Goldbeck and Co" mouthpiece on her, that i opened up myself and made a custom ligature for.  These have a very, very vintage sound, that's fun to play around with. 

SOLD--Amazing French sax with large bell tone!   

I made a SOUND FILE on the LeBlanc before it left!!!! 

Chadd comments: wacky, cool, weird, unique...If a person made this THEIR sax, I think they might be unstoppable. I need to make a SOUND FILE.  VERY POWERFUL, CLEAR TONE!  Study the neck!: it has much less [hump] compared with other tenors. It was Rebuilt my me (chadd) and has sat basically unplayed since. There are a few of the locking nuts missing from age, but all the adjustment screws are present. You think the over did it? Actually during my rebuilding of it, I found 1-2 spots that would have allowed me even better precision for adjustments! 

 

Item #:Sarge's_Collection_C09

MARTIN:

1938 Martin Committee 2 "Lion & Crown" Tenor: 

Ser#131xxx very pretty relacquer(so pretty it's TRICKY--factory relac?), engraving is still crisp and very present,...a very early Martin! body in excellent condition, just some old pads to update. Original case is suitable for shipping, but it needs replaced. It always hurts my heart to say such things.  The bottom of the bow shows some negative wear, where the lacquer has flaked off some; and that one pesky dent in the backside of the bow...yes, that will get burnished out.

   Committee 2's are smaller bored in the bell, they have a [punch] to their sound. They are "Ballad Kings" and still have the Martin resonance, but can really rock with the right mouthpiece. I believe their harmonics are focused for power and can cut through the mix when you find that mouthpiece. People love the octave thumbrest, and the very sturdy build - TANKS! Although these were originally setup with no resos, our Vintage Standard Rebuild with flat metal resos really allows these to breathe and not get lost in the mix. Let's also talk about the next new case.

Item #:WWS07.0W0.15.3261.5-0

Sound File: Selmer MKVI vs. Martin Comm 2 vs. Martin Comm 3

A baby from Sarge's Collection: 

"OLDS Super" by Martin:

We have all seen a lot of speculation on these, but since i own nearly every horn Martin ever made, it's easy for me to compare and yes, this horn was made by Martin.  They used the Committee II body and much of the keywork and mechanics as well, but add the twist of flute style configuration on the actual keys.  They did use the two piece side keys and the same G# / Bb cluster.  It has one non-Martin feature that is unique, a silver tone ring (like those on brass instruments) that reads
"Super Olds made by F. E.Olds and Son, Los Angeles, California U. S. A.", neither committee I's or II's had that.

Here's a before pic:

I wish i could tell you how it plays, but these pads were terribly shrunken and the horn smelled too bad to even toot a C#.  I can tell you this, the workmanship is beautiful... it is Silver and Gold plated, with Satin finish on the body and shining smooth gold inside the bell and on the Bell engravings.  The serial number makes no sense, by Martins serial list, so i assume it's an Olds number... but Committee 2's were made roughly between 1938 and '45, give or take.  

Interesting note, the original pads simply had a rivet in the center and were held in with one glob of shellac in the center, nothing at the edges.  Eventually i will give her some TLC, like touching up the missing silver and gold and of course a nice rebuild.

well, she's all done.  I'm very impressed with the beautiful tone of this sax.  I put in Prestini's tan lambskin pads with medium density felt and medium size flat metal resonators, it's very similar to the martin committee II, with a deep, warm and centered output.  it plays so easy throughout it's entire range.  Here are the "after" pics:

Chadd comments: I really enjoyed playing this one. From a collector's view, these are friggin' sweet! I can't remember if Sarge told me that he gold plated the crest on the front. I feel like he told me that once.

Sound File (actual sax!): Buescher Top Hat & Cane vs. Conn Chu vs. Olds "Super" (by Martin)

1946 "The Martin Tenor":

  Named: "Leopard" for her beautiful vintage spots, Serial number 158,xxx, numbers match on the neck and body.   The older "The Martin" the deeper and fuller the tone and any "15xk" serial numbers are hard to see, especially in original condition.  This one is in +65% original lacquer and will be considered a great player's horn.  It has had several solder repairs and some dent work, heaviest solder work a side-C tone hole. We will burnish the neck some more to its best smoothness too.  It has a non-original, vintage case that is a tri-pack--no clarinet shelf, flute set intact--in barely fair condition.  It will get a "French Standard" rebuild, with flat metal resos; considering that she's an earlier original AND I had to pay a fortune for her, we have to sell her for:  

SOLD

Item #:WWS1E1.46.95.7201.1-0

Sound File: Selmer MKVI vs. Martin Comm 2 vs. Martin Comm 3

Sound File: Selmer mk vi, a The Martin Tenor and a Buescher 400 Top Hat

Sound File: Selmer Mark VI vs. JK ToneKing vs. The Martin Tenor

1947 SILVER "The Martin Tenor":

  (On Consignment--will play great after my PC tune up) A WWS rebuild in 2007 by Sarge (when he was at his peak!) and it didn't get much playing time on the pads. This was a SILVER RESTORATION sax. Serial number 163,xxx, numbers match on the neck and body. I really want to keep this one for normal Martin reasons BUT also because of the sentimental Sarge value. It has tan pads and larger plastic resos...aka a Selmer Style rebuild. It comes in a vintage, non-martin case that is not that attractive but works for storage, gig use, and shipping. The thumb rest is a replacement before the restoration, and I already pulled the dent that was in the photos. (waiting for Tune Up still, included in the price). Value all this, and the gorgeous beauty that she still is, and the price will be:  

SOLD

Item #:WWS-consignment

From CHADD'S COLLECTION: 

1948 "The Martin Tenor": 

"pretty player", black roos pads

-May I introduce you to my original "Martina". It's a rare time when one of my babies will leave my ownership. This was the first, best sax, that Sarge helped me buy. It has my sentimental value all wrapped up; but I know she'll bring someone else joy.

-She's pretty, but not afraid to work--a few battle wounds, dent repairs, old neck pull-down addressed, and few limited solder fixes.

-I rebuilt her a few years ago with Black Roo pads, & seamless flat nickel resos. She was my main sax for a few years, but has only been to a few gigs in the last years. I feel bad for that. So I feel like I should help her go back to the music scene.

-the main markdown is her neck. The neck has a different serial number of the 163k....SAME YEAR of production. Body ser#:164,xxx - Neck #163K

-CASE: is not a Martin, but it is a nice vintage type. I love the storage room and the vintage-red color. It could use a little glue on the interior box. I also always put a cloth/towel around the body so there was less wobble room.

-I'll tune her up, add fresh oils, and send her off ready to sing her heart out!

SOLD

Item#: WWSCP12.0W0.3251.5-1-C09

1953 "The Martin Tenor"   ...MINT...:

  Named after my "Martina", this is Mint Martina; aka "M&M". Original lacquer, SOLD before arrival. Here's the scoop: a 99% MINT "The Martin Tenor" arrives in original condition (pads, corks and all). These are super hard to find and always in high demand. The serial numbers match on the Neck and Body #184k, the original sticker is intact to prove this! Original case is excellent to match, with keys, ...and I plan to sell her with the original mouthpiece, cap and, of course, the body end cap for the storage in the case. There is a dent underneath the neck, and I think 1-2 tiny pings. (being picky) They are subtle.  It is lined up to get a Special Rebuild, upgraded from our "French Standard" rebuild, It will get OVERSIZED Resotech Silver resos, Black Roo pads. AND I had to pay a fortune for her, also had plans to stash her here for myself; however, I'm selling her to a local friend to ensure that once he's done, this stunning beauty will return to WWS:  

Item#:WWS1S6.00.691.4-6-14

1959 "The Martin Tenor": Another great Martin here at WWS. It's a 95% Original Lacquer "The Martin Tenor" purchased from the 2nd owner. It has much of the Original Factory setup present (pads, corks and all). These are super hard to find and always in high demand. The serial numbers match on the Neck and Body #206k dates it to 1959, the original sticker is intact but my inspection is valid on the lacquer! It had a few dings, a minor dents on arrival. I removed 4-5 prior to taking photos and I'll get the rest when the sax is taken apart.  The G# helper-spring looks to be removed; that will get added back on. And the only other cosmetic sections to note are the palm D body solder corrosion and the wear around the serial number. Otherwise, the sax is in excellent shape.  Martin's have a great tone that is quickly becoming very well respected in the market--clean tone, resonant low end!, even tone throughout, and better than average ergos for the vintage sax world. Original case is great shape to match--It's the square orange one from the RMC take over era. I believe this is a transitional sax (into the Magna "RMC" era) as you can see the neck-bumper for the octave key and the late-era lacquer color. It will get our Vintage Standard Rebuild with flat metal resonators and natural cork throughout. 

Item#:WWS1E1.25.40.6121.4-0

1957 "The Martin Tenor": 

Another great Martin here at WWS. It's a 65% Original Lacquer "The Martin Tenor" purchased from the 2nd owner.  These are super hard to find and always in high demand. The serial numbers match on the Neck and Body #202k dates it to 1957,  Martin's have a great tone that is quickly becoming very well respected in the market--clean tone, resonant low end!, even tone throughout, and better than average ergos for the vintage sax world. Original case is rough-stinky shape...I might be pairing this sax with a NEW CASE. It will get our Vintage Standard Rebuild with flat metal resonators and natural cork throughout. 

Item#:WWS12.0S0.251.5-0-0

1960 The Martin Magna Tenor:  It's serial # is 210,79x,  made in 1960.  This one is an older relac, in nice shape overall.  I need to remove a little messy solder on the low C guard and tonehole, but the pics are "before" style, big pics, so you can see anything up close, as it is now.  The Magna's extra features are an adjustable octave mechanism screw to control the height of the octave key, an extra big and comfy LH thumb pearl, adjustable bow and bell key felts and extra rollers on the G# table.   This one is RMC, so it does have the "Roundtable" crest on it.  With the right pad and reso setup in them, these can be the worlds best Bebop' tenors.  The sound of the Magna is not much different than any other Committees, but they do have the advantage of a silver cross to ward off attack by Vampires!  Great, rare Pro horns, big ol' fat sound, unlike any other...   Just completely rebuilt, (our Vintage rebuild: dissemble it, clean it inside and out, add new natural cork and prestini pads/flat reso's, lube and reassembled it, then check for leaks, she is ready to blow).   Comes in nice square protec case. 

Sound File: Buffet SDA vs Martin Magna vs King Zephyr(eyebrows)

Sound File (actual sax!) Buescher Big B, Martin Magna, Yamaha Custom Z

Sound File: '42 Conn 10M, '41 Conn 30M, '48 Buescher 400 Top Hat 

& Cane, '51 SML Revision D, '60 Martin Magna

1963 The Martin Tenor, "The Official Music Man": another fantastic Martin sax with 80% original lacquer intact. A beauty! Built as a dedication to the movie release, these "Music Man"s were built for one year only. This one looks very nice and will deserve your upgraded rebuild requests. This model is highly regarded even though it was at the end of the classic Martin era; yes it bares the RMC crest (late Serial #214,xxx) on the bell too! There is some evidence of well done solder repairs: neck receiver, thumbrest. Bell lip shows past repair (no lacquer), but it looks sharp too. They are excellent players. Sarge even sold his early original 1947 TMT for the Music Man he upgraded to several years back. Needless to say, his was gorgeous as always and sounded excellent. These are near identical in sound to any of the The Martin Tenors or Magnas but the later era is bound to not be as dark. Either way, traditional BIG Martin sound all over this one. This sax is scheduled for a Vintage Standard Rebuild but upgrade to Saxgourmet Roo Pads and seamless flat metal resos. I'd love to do Premium upgrades too! Comes in nice square Martin case.

SOLD 

Item#:WWS1S3.00.12.5171.2-0-

1963 The Martin Tenor, "The Official Music Man Model":

This is my The Martin "Committee" Tenor, one of the finest most powerful sounding tenors ever made.

Sarge was lucky enough to get this one with the original rivet pads still in it, in completely unaltered condition.  It' serial # is 218,xxx, one of the very first made in 1963.   I gave up my 158k all original tenor for this one, so i guess that answers all the questions as to whether the newer ones play/sound as nice as the forties models.  This one does have the RMC Roundtable crest on it.  Such top notch craftsmanship and quality parts went into this '63 model, that if you look closely at the pearls, you can see clouds, the sky and rainbows in them. With an aggressive pad and reso setup in them, these can be the worlds best Rockin' tenors.

You can listen to me (sarge) playing this Martin Tenor, from (my band) the Phantoms Blues Band's latest C.D, by clicking here

Chadd comments: This horn was immaculate! what a beauty. It played amazing too! This was the essence of craftsmanship. I really wish I had enough money to just keep this one.

Sound File (actual sax 5-2016): "The Martin Tenor" x4: 1948 TMT #164k(orig lac, black roos, flat nickel resos), 1949 TMT #166k(relac, tan pads, brass resos), 1960 Magna #210k(relac, tan pads, flat nickel resos), 1963 Official Music Man #218k(black roos, silver resotech resos)

SELMER:

(MORE "AFTER" photos to add here....)
1930 Gold Plate Selmer Super New Largebore Tenor Sax: Named: "Goldie" for her exquisite shine. Here is another beautiful sax I am the second owner (outside of the family). It is 99% original Gold Plate and in excellent condition. Serial #13k dates it to about 1930. Whatever the closest step is to 'MINT', this sax is it. The only silver I see showing through is on the octave thumb button. This is a special sax with a backstory: bought new and gigged with in the Ozzie Nelson Band of Rutger's University while the player used gig money to pay his way through school (too bad we can't do that anymore!). 

   This is very unique era for Selmer because the "SSS" for the Super lineage was not on most of the early saxes, and actually mostly only on altos vs the tenors. See: Saxpics.com for more reading pleasure. Goodson's reviews will put these as the first saxes to start sounding like the Selmers we think of today. Check the Sound File. You will hear the spread power of the early Selmer. The popular VI Sound is very warm, subtle and smoother.

   It arrived with the original wood case in rough shape. I recommend keeping it with the sax but using another main one. On arrival the pads are tan with large, light-domed, metal resos (like 1940s-50s selmer) that may be original! I will fully rebuild this sax with my French Standard Rebuild but substitute in metal resos like it originally had; shine it up by hand, and sell it for the next loving home. Let's talk about cool resonators! Gold Resotechs??? It will go for:

SOLD  

Item#:WWS22.0S0.13.1071.3-0

Sound File (actual sax!): TENOR x2 & MPCs x3: 

Selmer MarkVI, Selmer New Largebore -- Selmer Soloist C* short shank 0.070", Otto Link NY 6**0.097", Tonalin0.085"

1939 Selmer Balanced Action Tenor Sax:  

SOLD                                Sound File: Selmer VI vs Selmer B.A. vs Buffet SDA 

Item#:WWS2W5.00.12.161.2-0

( Pictures don't do it justice. These were taken NOT in our proper lighting area. New photos will happen. Please inquire.

SOLD

Oh my goodness! I made the mistake of playing this one... subtle softs, to rocking highs..!!!

Item#:WWSConsignment4W8.00.15.2251.5-0

Sound File (Actual sax!): Selmer (SBA) "Super Balanced Action", Couf "Superba 1", SML "Rev. D", Conn 10M

 

1951 Selmer Super Balanced Action Tenor Sax:

Here's another great tenor. SBA's are getting rarer and rarer. Original finish examples now demand $12,000-14,000+. this one is in nice condition, relacquered finish/has had work done at 90%, #43xxx. The finish is interesting. It is very crisp and did not over-buff the beautiful engravings (even the neck emblem); however I can see lacquer runs, acid bleeds (see G# posts), and the thumb rest has wear on the body tube but also a Sticker there to protect it. Overall, this horn is in very very good shape--no major damage to mention. Included in the price is a WWS Vintage Standard Rebuild with tan prestini pads and natural cork. Early Selmers had metal resos with a slight dome. So to replace those would be chronologically correct. This will be a smooth action tenor and a sultry jazz horn. 

SOLD

Item#:WWS5W0.00.12131.3-0

(Consignment Sale - Plays well. small adjustments recommended) 

There is no need to talk much about this sax's quality. It plays with a smoky tone as expected, with the warmth and clarity of an SBA.  The finished is 85% relacquer.

Superb Serial #53,xxx with Mark VI bell keyguard!!! (I love this! because I hate the earlier design; from my Tech review.)  It also comes with vintage Selmer "Clear Tone" wood Clarinet! ($$$) The clarinet does play all the way down also, however I would recommend some major repadding on it too.

   CASE: the vintage Selmer tri-pack case (flute and clarinet zones intact). The case is in pretty nice shape (one zipper pull lever is gone).

$for sale 10-22-16

Item#:WWS5W0.00.1281.6-55ConsignmentJH

1959 Selmer Mark VI Tenor Sax: 

  Serial # 83,6xx made in 1959, i guess i don't need to add to the Legend about the 5 digit MK VI's, suffice it to say they are considered the best in the world and often command prices in excess of 8000.00.  These "Brecker Era" models are highly sought after for just that.  Made in France,  the body and neck are in very good shape and looked beautiful after Sherry Huntley re-engraved the original engravings,  and Anderson Silver Plating applied bright shiny Silver.  The neck has no serial number and a lot of early mk vi's had none, but i'm convinced by size , shape and match to saxes finish when i got it, that it is original.  I put in all new Stainless Steel springs and did a faithful French Standard repad, with extra ultrasuede and teflon and i even had a complete set of original MK VI plastic domed screw-back resonators, i  used.   The finished project is one of the finest playing and sharpest looking mk vi's i have had the pleasure to work on. 

SOLD 

Item#:WSS

Sound file: "A, vs. B, vs. C - French Set"   

Sound file: Selmer mk vi, a The Martin Tenor and a Buescher 400 Top Hat

Sound File (feat. this #83K): A WWS Silver Resto. Selmer Mark VI 5-digit #83K (Brecker era) vs Selmer Mark VI #155K Original Lac (mid-run era)

1960 Selmer Mark VI, GOLD, Tenor Sax:

(Special Offsite Consignment--Plays excellent) Here is a superb sax. It is a Gold Restoration with silver underneath. It is a ser#86,xxx and that alone comes with its own resume. Gary, the owner featured on the Sound File, picked this up in Paris while traveling as professional musician. Gary's expertise on the matter can be supported by his lifetime of playing professionally (1000+ shows with Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Rod Stuart...etc). Gary's blessing in life: this was his Backup Horn. !haha! Our blessing: it hasn't been out of the case much since. The sax plays excellent. It was rebuilt/restored by Jay Sleigh of the San Diego, CA area about 10yrs ago and not played much since. There is some minor pitting under the gold that I tried to capture in the worse possible view in some photos (back tube, thumb rest). There is no major damage to mention. Did you know that gold plating (just the dipping!) costs about $4,000 at cost today?! factor that in your value.

$18,000 ..SOLD

 with original case in great shape too.

Serial #135,xxx made in 1966, Made in France,  the body is in excellent shape with 70% original lacquer. The bad: The neck is actually from another selmer, HOWEVER from the same year: #134k. I also have a Gold plated Ponzol I have in stock--they are "just different" on selmers if you're looking for sound options, since this one is a great "player". This sax currently has nice pads but will need a bath. I don't think I can save them to and get the smell out. Comes in a replacement case, a nice rectangle wood one.  It will get a "French Standard" Rebuild with Prestini Pads and plastic domed resos to replicate the original setup, and natural cork throughout.

SOLD

Item#:WWS3W0.00.3251.3-0

Sound File: TENORs 3x and MPCs 2x:

Selmer MarkVI, Conn 30M, SML RevD -- Tonalin85_WoodwindCoNY097

Sound File: Selmer VI vs Conn Chu tranny vs Buescher 400 TopHat&Cane

Sound File: Selmer Mark VI vs. JK ToneKing vs. The Martin Tenor

1972 Selmer Mark VI Tenor

(Special Consignment - WWS Rebuild! Plays Excellent!) 

Ser #204k, ORIGINAL FINISH at 85%, with Fresh WWS Rebuild! This was originally Rebuilt with Black Roos and large nickel domed resos for a customer about a year ago. It only ended up with 10 hours of playing time on the sax after we worked on it--consider it a "Fresh Rebuild". That being said, I'll personally inspect it and send it out playing great. It has a SKB Case, molded (one little metal base-peg is gone) in good shape.

for sale 10-22-16

Item#:WWSConsignmentDcoil

1973 Selmer Mark VI Tenor

(Special Consignment - Plays ___TBD__) 

Ser #215k, ORIGINAL FINISH at 99.5%, with mostly original pads! -- a ONE-OWNER HORN.  Need I say more? The original case is even plush inside. (typical, one selmer zipper lost it's pull-tab, it operates just fine though.)

sold

Item#:WWS-Consignment

S.M.L.(Strasser Marigaux Lemaire):

1951-52 Perma-Gold Plate SML, Revision D Tenor: 

Here's super sought after sax, in a super rare finish, with an excellent early-range serial number!

These are superb tenors, made in France and rare as well. This one is in original perma-gold plate that I will call 85%. The Rev D is very well respected and known for a uniquely special tone.  This sax has a nice engraving and I love the shiny vs matte look SML created in this original setup. Serial # 9xxx = 1951-52, Gold Finish was SMLs top option and super rare, thus the price. SML saxophones have a big Conn 10m like sound, but the advantage of french mechanical design, so they are more ergonomic. The SMLs really do have a sound all their own--French focus crossed with American Beef--Superb!  Did I mention that my personal alto is a Rev D?! THE BAD: The flaws on this particular sax inlude the loss of the two adjustment screws on the F# arm (bis and G# adjustments)--I will find better screws to substitute, and the neck strap ring has been moved twice. The rear of the sax will show the solder marks, sadly. But aside from those main two things, this sax is still a very pretty eye-catcher, with a tone to blow the doors down...and it doesn't even have the huge resos I want to put on it yet!!!

SOLD

Item#:WWS2E1.20.2191.4-0

Sound File(Actual sax!): Selmer (SBA) "Super Balanced Action", Couf "Superba 1", SML "Rev. D", Conn 10M

Sound File: '42 Conn 10M, '41 Conn 30M, '48 Buescher 400 Top Hat 

& Cane, '51 SML Revision D, '60 Martin Magna

1954 SILVER SML, Revision D Tenor:  

   The Rev D is very well-respected and known for a uniquely special tone. SML saxophones have a big Conn 10m like sound, but the advantage of french mechanical design, so they are more ergonomic. The SMLs really do have a sound all their own--French focus crossed with American Beef--Superb!  Did I mention that my personal alto is a Rev D?! ;) The case is currently a newer hard, wood, case in nice shape I am planning a Sarge Special Premium Rebuild on custom pads (for customer) with Gold Plated Resotechs that are oversized. This will be one another HUGE playing SML when I am finished. I already know I will be sad to see her go. Considering that Rev Ds are always hard to find, it should sell fast for:

SOLD

Item#:WWS20.5E5.62.1211.2-9-12

Sound File:  Selmer Mark VI_vs_SML-RevD_'41Zephyr

Sound File: TENORs 3x and MPCs 2x:  

Selmer MarkVI, Conn 30M, SML RevD -- Tonalin85_WoodwindCoNY097

1955 Perma-Gold Plate SML, Revision D Tenor: 

These are superb tenors, made in France and rare as well. This one is in original perma-gold plate that I will call 98%. The Rev D is very well respected and known for a uniquely special tone.  This sax has a nice engraving and I love the shiny vs matte look SML created in this original setup. Serial # 12xxx = 1955, Gold Finish was SMLs top option and super rare, thus the price. SML saxophones have a big Conn 10m like sound, but the advantage of french mechanical design, so they are more ergonomic. The SMLs really do have a sound all their own--French focus crossed with American Beef--Superb!  Did I mention that my personal alto is a Rev D?!?! ;)   The case is currently a none original vintage case is nice shape. This one has yet to be rebuilt but it completely deserves "The Sarge Special Rebuild"--Premium with larger resos (Resotech-gold ones!). Price includes the deluxe rebuild! :)

SOLD

Item#:WWS2E1.55.62.1211.2-9-12

Sound File:  Selmer Mark VI_vs_SML-RevD_'41Zephyr

Sound file: TENORs 3x and MPCs 2x: 

 

1966-67 SML stencil Gold Medal: REYNOLDS CONTEMPORA Tenor:

Here is a true SML build with the stenciled name branding. This specific detail will save you about $2000, but your sound will be identical to your SML craving ears. Serial #19xxx dates it to about the 1966-67 and the Gold Medal 1 era. Translation: Huge, fat, SML tone during some of their best years. Original Lacquer finish at 97%. Negatives: a few dings and pings that I'll burnish out; two on the neck, about 3 on the back bow, and the pants guard will bend back to 'straight'. I have no doubts that these will clean up nicely and only show a bit of past work. The neck tenon was resoldered. I can help clean it up, but it was done pretty well.

CASE: original hard case in good working order, has seen owner-mods with screws.

Don't forget all the SML features like "Articulated G# on/off lever" too.

This one has yet to be rebuilt but it completely deserves "The Sarge Special Rebuild"--Premium with larger resos (Resotech! $250). Once it's set up, I guarantee you will turn heads and slay a few Selmers (PS-I love SMLs and am very tempted to keep this sax in my personal stash).

TBD - save me from keeping it!

Item#:WWS1.S0.0S0.4181.6.0

Vito (Beaugnier):

1972 vintage Vito (by Beaugnier) Tenor Sax: 

Here's a neat sax! These vintage Vito's are often "diamonds in the rough" made to compete with the other Pro makers: Buffet, Selmer, SML... This one qualifies as an Intermediate-Pro Model. Serial # 22,4xx made around 1972, (the serial dating for this ear is a bit scarce). There are a few folks who have a cult following for the earlier models (Duke, Duke Special -- 50s, 60s). Although this later model was a little differently designed (non-selmer-like G# table of Duke model), it still have gold plated springs, and a cool-unique G# ON/OFF Articulator! "Made in France" stamped on the sax holds true to the Stencil lineage for how Yamaha and Yanagisawa were just reaching out to Beaugnier for their saxes.  This later model features inline stacks (not offset like selmer) and Right Hand Bell Keys, with the previous elaborate engraving. Original Lacquer finish is at 90% with some scratches and dings. About 1-4 dents I'll address, the hardest one being the lower bow guard getting a little flat. A few negatives I'll have to address are the Octave Thumb Rest (plastic plate gone missing) and the lack of Pants Guard on the back (not a required fix--might look better without?), and super light neck pull-down to investigate (not really worth mentioning). It is here with the original pad setup (large large flat metal resos). SOUND: It has a center focus. I wouldn't call it "French" but it's like a cross with French focus and early Martin power. The bell is narrow, not spread like SML, and I disagree with folks on the net claiming this is like an SML. The cult followers credit the inline stacks for great evenness in the tone throughout the entire range. Comes with original wood case in good shape (but it took a bump in shipping and I might put 2 'L' brackets on the top-front edge).  I will fully rebuild this sax with my French Standard Rebuild but substitute in LARGE metal resos like it originally had; Let's talk about Noyak Stars--to support its natural power bore! It will sell, rebuilt, for:

SOLD

Item#:OS4.5E0.2201.4-0

Yamaha: