Klarinet Archive - Posting 000480.txt from 1996/02

From: David Wilkins <dwilkins@-----.COM>
Subj: ISO Metal CL. info
Date: Thu, 15 Feb 1996 21:32:20 -0500

Greetings.

I just purchased a pair of metal clarinets, and have no real idea of
their age or real worth. One is in fairly good shape, and I am working
on it now to try to get it into playable shape. The second has several
keys missing, and generally looks like a student grade model.

The first one is a Cavalier, made in Elkhart, Ind. Serial number 51893,

silver plated, and I'm not sure if it is in A or Bb.

The second one is an Ideal, Elkhorn, Wis. Serial number 210637, appears

to be plain steel, and is smaller than the other one (possibly a C
melody?)

Any information would be greatly appreciated. Please reply directly,
I'm actually a brass player in disguise.

David Wilkins

Dwilkins@-----.com