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Author: Clarineteer
Date: 2012-09-20 15:01
I just acquired a Selmer L series that has a 3 digit serial number of L168. It does not have the BT or any other model under the logo on the upper joint. It also has metal tenon rings on all three sockets that look to be factory installed. It also has the extra ring at the end of the upper joint. It is a Bb instrument with unplated German silver keys and has the pointy trill guide. I looked with a magnifier and can not see a fourth digit in the serial number on either joints or any evidence of one. Does anyone know what year this was manufactured and have any other information about the possibility of it being an early L series with perhaps the same specs as a late K series.
Also came with a 62MM barrel that looks to be original.
Post Edited (2012-09-20 15:08)
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Author: Chris P
Date: 2012-09-20 15:13
The shortest stock Selmer barrel was 62mm, although a lot of them got shortened to this length.
Former oboe finisher
Howarth of London
1998 - 2010
The opinions I express are my own.
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Author: Chris P
Date: 2012-09-20 16:07
Sounds legit from what you describe, but a photo would tell a better story. The tenon rings may have been fitted later to prevent tenon wobble if someone in the past rounded them off with careless sanding. They're a good thing to have in my opinion - I know some people don't like them but they do add strength to a weak area.
Former oboe finisher
Howarth of London
1998 - 2010
The opinions I express are my own.
Post Edited (2012-09-20 16:09)
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Author: Clarineteer
Date: 2012-09-20 16:28
I am doing a complete overhaul and it is apart right now but I will put photos up when I am done.
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Author: Chris P
Date: 2012-09-20 23:27
Cool!
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Howarth of London
1998 - 2010
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