I'm planning to turn this old metal clarinet into a lamp, but thought I should check first to see whether it is worth putting into playable condition.
It is a B flat Boehm instrument that appears to be made of silver-plated brass. The silver has been worn off in places. The barrel is removable. The rest of the instrument is one piece. "A. Fontaine" is engraved on the front of the bell. The number "3726" is stamped on the back just above the bell.
I've had it nearly 50 years, and it was old when I got it. It needs new pads and cork, but the springs seem to be in good shape. It looks like the thumb rest has been replaced at some point. How old is it? Is it worth fixing up? I can post more photos, if that would be helpful.
It is a B flat Boehm instrument that appears to be made of silver-plated brass. The silver has been worn off in places. The barrel is removable. The rest of the instrument is one piece. "A. Fontaine" is engraved on the front of the bell. The number "3726" is stamped on the back just above the bell.
I've had it nearly 50 years, and it was old when I got it. It needs new pads and cork, but the springs seem to be in good shape. It looks like the thumb rest has been replaced at some point. How old is it? Is it worth fixing up? I can post more photos, if that would be helpful.
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