Klarinet Archive - Posting 000475.txt from 1998/01

From: pharmacy <pharmacy@-----.com>
Subj: [Fwd: Need Info: Kohlert A Clarinet]
Date: Sat, 10 Jan 1998 00:40:33 -0500

Chuck Hatcher wrote:

> I recently bought a Kohlert clarinet. It is made of wood, and is marked as
> follows:
>
> Vincent Kohlert
> By
> Kohlert
> & Co Winnenden
>
> and also:
>
> 21123
> Made in Germany
>
> I think it may be an 'A' clarinet, because it is just a little larger than
> other Bb clarinets I compared it to. It seems to be somewhat old, and the
> keys, which look to be nickel plated, are worn and pitted. The mouthpiece
> is also a Kohlert, hard rubber I think.
>
> I'd like to know a few things about it (I am a clarinet idiot, but I do
> speak saxophone):
>
> 1. How can I tell if it is an A clarinet?
> 2. Were Kohlert clarinets any good?
> 3. How old is it?
> 4. What might it cost to overhaul/restore?
> 5. Does it have any value? Anyone have a vintage sax to trade?
>
> Any information would be greatly appreciated.
>
> Chuck Hatcher

OK, guys, should I let him know how to tell if it's REALLY made of wood? ; > )
Carol
(a.k.a. The Float Test)

   
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