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A ROTARY VALVE CONCERT FLUGELHORN IN B FLAT

Estimated price for orientation: 540 $

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Condition: Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition  


A ROTARY VALVE CONCERT FLUGEL HORN IN B FLAT. This instrument and case are in perfect as new condition. The instrument was hand made and was bought in Bavaria, Germany. A very responsive instrument to play. It is a VMI/B.S instrument manufacturer concert Flugelhorn Model 17/2. Serial number 326710. Along with the motif on the bell it also says VMI MANUFAKTUR 17/2. It has rotary cylinder valves.Completely brass coloured lacquer.It has a 160mm bell and an 11mm bore. Two mouthpieces are included also a card holder (lyre) ,all as new. Investigation shows that at present in Germany a new Model 17/2 WITHOUT a case costs approx. 1290 Euros(£1050.00), and a second hand Model 17/2 with carrying bag costs 750.00 Euros (£600.00). Figures approximate. THESE FIGURES WERE ACCURATE IN MAY 16 PRIOR TO THE CURRENCY CHANGES GENERATED BY THE EXIT FROM THE E.U. This outfit is in superb condition, absolutely as new.