Klarinet Archive - Posting 000203.txt from 1998/11

From: GrabnerWG@-----.com
Subj: Re: [kl] Shortening barrels, 10G barrels
Date: Fri, 6 Nov 1998 14:26:03 -0500

In a message dated 11/6/98 1:01:41 PM Central Standard Time,
reedman@-----.com writes:

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As to 10G barrels. My understanding is that the 10G was an attempt by
Selmer to mitigate the disaster of the Series 10 and adopt a bore style
similar to the Buffet R-13. The 10G barrels I have measured are not a lot
different than standard Buffet barrels. It's a matter of taste, but most
"Moenig" style barrels should work fairly well on the 10G.

As far as I know, I am the only maker other than Selmer that incorporates a
rubber lining into a wood barrel. The idea is to minimize the problems of
wood shrinkage over time. Also, hard rubber presents a smoother surface and
increases overall response. >>

Clark...I have to agree...I have a 10G and an R-13 the barrels are
interchangeable. In fact I love one of my 10G barres on the Buffet.....really
improves it!

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