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Is it an R13 or E13?

Author: Curinfinwe
Date: 2011-12-28 16:51

I have just the lower joint of an wooden Buffet; the serial number is 73961 and it has the logo on the lower joint, in the usual place. When I put the serial number into the Buffet website, I get these two possibilities:

Brand : Buffet Crampon
Instrument : BC 1102.NI
Serial number : 73961
Year of manufacturing : 23/06/1988

Brand : Buffet Crampon
Instrument : N� 1 Sib Am�rique
Serial number : 73961
Year of manufacturing : 16/11/1962

How can I tell which one it is? I know nothing whatsoever about its history. It is nickel plated, which would make sense with the first option given but I'm not positive it's that one.

Thanks!

Post Edited (2011-12-28 16:57)

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Re: Is it an R13 or E13?

Author: Vytas
Date: 2011-12-28 18:13

E-13 has the "K" prefix before the serial number. The sliver key - Leblanc style.

R-13 has cut outs in the lower joint right-hand cluster under the four right side little finger keys.

Vytas Krass
Clarinet Repair
Professional clarinet technician
Custom clarinet mouthpiece maker
Former professional clarinet player

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Re: Is it an R13 or E13?

Author: Curinfinwe
Date: 2011-12-28 19:58

Great, thanks! The cut-outs are definitely there so it's an R13. Thanks for your help!

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