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Vintage F. E. Olds Geyer Wrap Double French Horn Made in USA w/ Case, Mouthpiece
Estimated price for orientation: 1 800 $
Category: French Horns
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Description Condition: Seller refurbished: An item that has been restored to working order by the eBay seller or a third party not approved by the manufacturer. This means the item has been inspected, cleaned, and repaired to full working order and is in excellent condition. This item may or may not be in original packaging. See the seller’s listing for full details. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Type: Double Horns Finish: Nickel Silver Brand: Olds Model: Geyer MPN: 452469 Country/Region of Manufacture: United States Bell Material: Nickel Silver Skill Level: Professional
This is a vintage (serial number 452469) Olds Geyer Wrap Double French Horn. This instrument has what is known as a "Geyer wrap" meaning that unlike a Kruspe wrap horn the change valve is located on the far side of the horn from the player. This gives the horn a slightly lighter, crisper feel. The horn plays very well. The valves move well with very good compression and the slides all move of course. As for the aesthetic condition of this horn, there are a few small dings and pings, as well as light scratching and pitting throughout the instrument. The leadpipe has been upgraded to a Conn 8D leadpipe, which makes the horn a bit brighter and more direct. The bell engraving reads: “F.E. OLDS & SON/ FULLERTON/ CALIF.” All this is visible in the pictures, and none of it affects the playability of the horn. This instrument has been professionally cleaned in our shop, and repaired to full playability. This horn is not lacquered; therefore fingerprints should be wiped off after use if the player wishes for the horn to stay as shiny as it is now; if they are not wiped off then the horn will develop a lovely patina. This instrument comes with a somewhat worn hardshell case and a mouthpiece in good condition.How the horn plays: Full, bright sound. The horn is very responsive and free-blowing. The Bb and F side timbres match well once the two sides of the horn are intonated. The horn has a good dynamic range, capable of a full, edgy fortissimo and a mellow, smooth pianissimo without breaking up. The high and low registers speak very well, with both registers being secure. The low register particularly has a very full, rich sound. This horn plays very well and is light and quick with a big, focused sound.All horns are located at Silver & Brass Music Shop710 N. Curry St. Carson City, NV89703(775) 301-6289
Description
| Condition: | Seller refurbished: An item that has been restored to working order by the eBay seller or a third party not approved by the manufacturer. This means the item has been inspected, cleaned, and repaired to full working order and is in excellent condition. This item may or may not be in original packaging. See the seller’s listing for full details. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition | Type: | Double Horns |
| Finish: | Nickel Silver | Brand: | Olds |
| Model: | Geyer | MPN: | 452469 |
| Country/Region of Manufacture: | United States | Bell Material: | Nickel Silver |
| Skill Level: | Professional |
All horns are located at Silver & Brass Music Shop710 N. Curry St. Carson City, NV89703(775) 301-6289