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Description Selmer Paris Series 10G ClarinetThis particular 10G, Serial Number Z1230, was built in the spring of 1976.  It has been kept oiled and well maintained by the owner, a former woodwind technician.  The pads and corks are sound.  It is ready to play.Some background information on the Selmer Series 10G:As Principal clarinetist of the Philadelphia Orchestra, the late Anthony Gigliotti was one of the country's most famous and influential clarinetists. His collaboration with Selmer Paris led to the development of the Selmer Series 10G (The "G" in the model name stands for Gigliotti.) In creating the 10G, Selmer aimed to improve upon the design of Buffet's R13. Gigliotti used to play R13s that he had modified to his specifications by Hans Moennig; Gigliotti believed that these design changes produced a clarinet with better intonation and more evenness throughout the registers. The design of the 10G was based on the modifications that Hans Moennig made to Gigliotti's R13s. The 10G retains the wonderful qualities of the R13 but also met Gigliottis's goals, allowing players to be "more versatile -flexible in dynamics, able to meet the demands for a broad range of tone, precise in tuning, and able to play stronger fortissimos without losing musical quality".In the December 1999 issue of The Clarinet, Gigliotti wrote: "The first time I went to the Buffet Crampon factory in France was in 1953 and I remember trying 55 Bb clarinets. After selecting the two best ones I then spent countless hours with Hans Moennig tuning and voicing them until I could finally try them in the orchestra. My reason for becoming involved with the Selmer Company was to make it possible for a student or professional to buy an instrument that didn't need all that work and it has resulted in the series 10G which was based on my Moennigized Buffet which I played for 27 years."Well known throughout the world as a professional grade instrument, Benny Goodman chose the Selmer 10G with a Woodwind G9 mouthpiece and Vandoren 1-1/2 reeds.  Payment Payment is due within 4 days of the auction's end. An unpaid item case is opened automatically after 4 days. eBay requires immediate payment for Buy-it-Now listings. I will refund, via PayPal, any shipping overcharges for multiple Buy-it-Now purchases. Unfortunately, there is no way to send a invoice to reflect combined shipping for this sort of transaction.   Shipping I ship within 1 business days of received payment. I generally do not mail on weekends as my most reliable local post office is closed. Shipping cost is determined by weight and location. I offer USPS Priority mail and at times, another USPS service determined by weight. USPS delivery times are estimates and I cannot guarantee arrival times. I gladly combine shipping on most purchases. TO MY INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS: Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick the item; do not confuse them for additional shipping charges. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as gift as US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior. Please do not request that I do so. Please note: * Signature confirmation will be required for items over $250,  per eBay requirements.    Terms of SaleIf you are dissatisfied with your purchase, please contact me. I refund purchase price when the item is returned in the same condition as sent. I do not offer partial refunds. Unless I made a significant error in the listing, bidder is responsible for return shipping. I personally select each item I offer and want you to love it as much as I do. About UsPlease be aware, the measurement given are of the item, not the wearer. Compare with a similar garment for best fit.Most items I offer are vintage, this means they are preowned and preloved. Generally they will show some wear as should be expected with their age. I cannot guarantee that they come from a smoke free or pet free enviroment.  I do my best to describe each item as accurately and honestly as possible. Vintage Clothing Condition Guide Excellent: No noticable flaws, or minor flaws that are not noticeable when worn Very Good: Minor flaws. Wearable. Good: Noticable flaws. Wearable. May need minor repairs. Fair: Numerous noted flaws, possibly wearable after care or repair. Poor: Damage which cannot be repaired. Possible use as study piece or cutter Please email any questions prior to bidding.