Author: Ralph Katz
Date: 2001-10-05 16:37
Thanks a lot to all of you for all of the input! Pardon this group reply...
jmcauley, Mark Charette, peter: In the past I have ruled out Wiseman because of cost, but it is still a possibility if I work enough weddings in the next year to pay for one. Their stuff is very well made, but also very expensive. I bought one of their reed cases just because it looks so classy. I am like a lot of clarinetists: CHEAP. The point of comparison is my double case, which looks nice, is light weight, durable, and cost less than $100. It is mass-produced though, and, against my usual modus operandi, I am steeling myself for sticker shock.
peter: Zero Halliburton does make excellent stuff - my favorite local camera store carries has their cases and they are all absolutely top notch. I would prefer something with a canvas cover, though, because I am a klutz and the case will take some knocks over time. On the other hand, the local tent and awning place made a friend a really great looking cover for her home-made bari sax case.
Terry Horlick: Thanks for the idea, it is one that I thought about, but haven't been able to find any plush. The chain fabric shops in my area don't seem to carry stuff with except with a really low napp. Specialty shops want me to order too much fabric. Any idea where I can get some (blue preferably) by mail?
peter, mw: I am not sure what would be stolen less, although I would guess this would not be an issue. Even on gigs, I keep the case with me if I am not using all three instruments. I did leave my double case in a restaurant once, but my favorite waitress held on to my "briefcase" for me. Some times you gets lucky. Theft is an emotional and financial issue. I have all-risk professional (inland marine) insurance. The C is special, but replacable with a 1 year waitl the B-flat is 10 years old and definitely replaceable; the A is a really special instrument. I don't leave the case with instruments in it anywhere out of my control.
mw: That's a good idea. My wife has a Cavallaro flute case that she really likes a lot.
Thanks again and Best Regards,
Ralph
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