[Jkulin]

Hi All,

Can anyone advise on the following on flea bay: -

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130123315514

Watching the video, it would appear to have that classic vintage sound.

Would appreciate opinions?

Many thanks.

John

 

[Conn-artist]

I bought a '23 New Wonder 1 alto a few months ago on eBay, for $ 420 (incl. P&P). It has the silver finish/gold wash bell and after a restoration, new pads, etc., it looks and plays like new. I'm very happy with it.

As far as this item is concerned: pictures are a bit unclear and I can't watch the video for some reason, but it seems to be in pretty good condition (and playable). 250 pounds isn't a bad deal, I'd say.

 

[Jkulin]

I bought a '23 New Wonder 1 alto a few months ago on eBay, for $ 420 (incl. P&P). It has the silver finish/gold wash bell and after a restoration, new pads, etc., it looks and plays like new. I'm very happy with it.

As far as this item is concerned: pictures are a bit unclear and I can't watch the video for some reason, but it seems to be in pretty good condition (and playable). 250 pounds isn't a bad deal, I'd say.

Thanks for the info, just had a great email from Dave the seller, telling me a load more, it has been lacquered, and there are no scratches or dents, so I am going to give it a go.

The video shows Dave playing it and it sound nice and bright and has the antique sound that I am looking for.

 

[Conn-artist]

Good luck bidding

 

[bruce bailey]

I have about 20 altos and my main player is a 1923 Conn. Great horns. The lacquer can devalue a horn so bid with retraint.