Conn New Wonder Series II Eb Alto Sax - Used
Make
Conn
Model
New Wonder Series II, 6M - Eb Alto
Finish
4 : Highly polished brass throughout, pearl inlaid finger tips and pearl rollers. (Likely factory lacquered at some point in its life.)
Serial #
M211130
Year of Manufacturing
circa. 1928-29
Description
This Conn has an incredible amount of potential. It is just waiting for a new owner to give it a new home and provide it with a much-needed overhaul. Once restored, it will be a fantastic player. In its current state though, the horn is unplayable.
It is in fantastic condition though. Its only obvious ding is the dent on the left side of the bow. (see photo)
Features
Microtuner
Haynes Patent Stamp
Rolled tone holes
Range: Low Bb - High F
Nailfile G# key (which denotes the Series II nature of the horn)
Details
* It has clearly been relacquered at some point in its life—most likely at the factory based on the condition of the lacquer and engraving.
According to saxophone historian Pete Hales:
...it is almost universally thought that lacquer was not introduced until the 6M "Naked Lady" models, starting around s/n 260xxx (1934). It seems to have been a common practice to get old bare-brass horns lacquered in the 1930's to protect the finish, but this was not original -- it may have been done by Conn themselves, but it's aftermarket.
It is in need of a full overhaul. It is currently not playable.
Still has its original case.
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