Author: Dave R
Date: 2007-09-18 09:12
HI all,
Just like to say a big thank you to Chris P for taking time out to meet and look at my clarinet. We had a great chat over lunch. He's a nice guy, and, as you all know, very knowledgeable.
The result of our meeting was that my Lafleur is probably very early sixties, not '56 as i thought (due to the style of the keywork), and in good condition. Probably made in the UK, but finished elsewhere, maybe France, which would explain no Made in England stamp. The serial No. is enigmatic, not being a Boosey No. but possibly a Lafleur No., though i have seen it listed as a B&H No. here
http://www.uark.edu/ua/nc/ClarinetCollections/Boosey%20&%20Hawkes%20Clarinet%20Serial%20Numbers.htm
which would indicate either 1955/6 or 1971/2. I may never find out.
Thanks again Chris,
Dave R
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