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Author: danny michalski
Date: 2001-11-13 04:22
I have recently come across a clarinet from V. Kohlert's Sons in a Turner Musical Instruments Ltd leather case. It seems quite old but I don't know what circa. If you could give me any info. I would appreciate an Email.
Thankyou
Danny Michalski
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Author: ron b
Date: 2001-11-13 04:45
Danny -
Is it an Albert, Boehm, Bb, A - other? What condition is the instrument, in your estimation? What kinds of markings are on it?
- ron b -
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Author: Don Berger
Date: 2001-11-13 18:40
My best A clar. is a Kohlert, am not sure of vintage, but will find its ser.# if asked. I have several turn-of-the-century Albert-Mullers, so they made good horns for quite a while. See Czech ----- below for a bit more info. Don
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Author: Bart Hendrix
Date: 2001-11-13 19:33
In addition, check EXACTLY how the place of manufacturer is written and where it was made. I found with mine that it was helpful to note that Czecho-Slovakia was hyphenated. Checking with my local historian identified the time during which that form was used. In my experience, serial numbers on Kohlert clarinets are not terribly useful. From WWII on, they can get really difficult to pin down. Good luck.
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Author: danny michalski
Date: 2001-11-13 23:03
Thanks for all the help. The serial number is 327375 but there is no other markings except V. Kohlert Sons engraved on the fluted end. Please pardon my ignorance. I picked it up at an auction because I thought it was interesting. I'm would like to know about it's age and value.
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Author: David Spiegelthal
Date: 2001-11-14 13:35
Given the small amount of information, all I can guess is: Age 50+ years old, value negligible. Play it and enjoy it.
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Author: Don Berger
Date: 2001-11-14 22:21
Dave says it very well, my A's ser # is 23326, says Kohlert & Co, Winnenden, and !! made in Germany!!. Thanks for your question, its the first time I realized what I have had for 30-40 years !! Don
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