Author: Jack Kissinger
Date: 2012-03-30 00:07
If you get another chance to take a close look, look for: (1) the words "Master Model" somewhere near the logo, (2) an additional digit (4 or 5) at the beginning of the serial number that is nearly worn off, (3) wood cut out under the right-hand lower joint cluster (pinky) keys. Also look at the trill key guide. Is it a triangle or a rounded cylinder? While, in general, it is not true that Evette & Schaeffer Master Models were actually R13s, rejected for some cosmetic blemish, a few have actually turned up. What distinguishes these from the other master models is: (1) no K- prefix, (2) R13, rather than E&S design, including the curved sliver key you describe and cutouts under the cluster keys. The clarinet you are describing sounds like an R13 design with an E&S label.
Best regards,
jnk
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