Conn 10M Ladyface

General description : During WW2 Conn stopped almost all production of music instruments and switched to production of altimeters and other equipment for the US-Airforce. Only a very limited amount of saxophones were produced between early 1942 and end of 1945: most of them were for the US-military bands (with the US engraving on the bell) or special orders.This one was built mid 1942 but lacks the US engraving. It could be a special order, but most likely its a 10M that was not finished when the war started in December 1945 (Pearl harbor attack). Its completely identical to the sought-after pre-war 10M Ladyface, so with rolled tone holes and the T-cup octave pip. It's a terrific horn to play, very free blowing! Lots of power, fast ergonomic keywork and a full sound.Condition : The horn was overhauled by its previous owner in 2020. Original lacquer, with the usual wear. No damage or serious dents, only a couple of tiny dings around the bow section. All locking screws are present and it has the original amber rollers. The original neck has the T-cup octave pip. Theres a very light pulldown, hardly noticeable.It comes with (probably) the original Conn case, without logo. The case is in good shape and fully usable. Also included is a nice wooded end cap: very desirable!Warranty : As-is : no warranty.Level : professional.Body : Lacquer : original lacquer.Condition : very good, with normal wear and tear.Visual : some small dings / scratches .Repairs : solder repair on low Eb keyguard.Engraving : well visible Ladyface engraving.Keywork : original lacquer.Condition : very good , with normal wear and tear.Pads : in very good condition: the horn was overhauled in 2020.Neck : Original lacquer.Condition : very good, very light pulldown. No dents. T-cup octave pip.Features : Rolled tone holes.Case : Original (?) Conn case.Case condition : very good, with normal wear and tear.History : Imported from the US in March 2023. From professional player.

Price: 3295 EUR

Brand: Conn

Category: Tenor

Seller Location: The Netherlands