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 Early Clarinet Cases
Author: corks&pads 
Date:   2006-05-01 02:03

I've recently had my first opportunity to take a close look at one of those early cases that almost look like a sword scabbard or large holster. In addition to the handle that I've seen in a few pictures, the thing also appears to have a loop that a wide belt could fit through, or even the strap of a saddle.

Have any of you looked into these and figured out their history? Were they perhaps intended for military use?
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 Re: Early Clarinet Cases
Author: BobD 
Date:   2006-05-01 13:07

That's what I've assumed

Bob Draznik
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 Re: Early Clarinet Cases
Author: Terry Stibal 
Date:   2006-05-01 15:09

Very often, they are called a "boot case". Not the best way to transport a musical instrument, but it did well enough for the band of Napoleon's Imperial Guard during their Russian vacation in 1812.

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