{"product_id":"conn-8d-elkhart-indiana-800k-series-custom-double-french-horn-w-patterson-lead-pipe-free-postage-lower-48-states","title":"Conn 8D Elkhart Indiana 800K Series Custom Double French Horn W\/Patterson Lead Pipe (Free Postage Lower 48 States)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs x126k92a\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eUp for your consideration is a Custom Elkhart Indiana 800K Series Conn 8D Double French Horn with Patterson Lead Pipe and Chuck Ward Valve Job!  \u003cstrong\u003eTHIS HORN HAS PERFECT VALVE COMPRESSION!\u003c\/strong\u003e  I recently did a valve compression test on all the valves and the valves had compression readings of 0.  Chuck Ward did some amazing work on these valves!  If you are considering buying a new Conn, Holton, or Yamaha Double French Horn for 7K, you might want to consider buying this beautiful horn that is an amazing player, and lower than the price of a new horn.  I currently have this horn on consignment with the 4th owner of this horn.  This horn has been professional played and professional maintained by some of the best French Horn Specialist around.  Here is a brief history of the horn's professional maintenance. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScrew bell (bell has had repair work but still in very decent shape, also comes with N series flare in excellent shape) cut by James Baker, Custom Brass, Alabama.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatterson Lead pipe installed May 2025 by Kevin Bowen of North Georgia Hornworks. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eValves rebuilt by Chuck Ward in Oct 2024.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe horn has recently had an ultrasonic cleaning.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe serial number dates the horn to 1960 when the metal they used to make French Horns was really special!  I do not know if Conn did something different with the metal when they made this horn, because this horn has a different look to it!  In some of the pictures, the horn almost looks like it is yellow brass; the horn does have a slight yellow brass tint to it.  The tail looks amazing with a very nice Conn Elkhart engraving!  The inside tubing is in wonderful condition.  The bell illustrated on the horn in the pictures is the original bell flare which does have some scarring.  This horn also comes with a Bell From an Elkhart N Series 8D.  Both bells screw on very smoothly.   The horn has two Amato water keys and a duckfoot.  The horn also comes with a very nice Protec Detachable Bell Case.   \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis horn recently came out of the shop and was given an inspection; all of the braces are secure, all of the tuning slides and valves caps move freely, and the valves are fast, quiet, and responsive with perfect compression.   The serial number is posted for your review.  This horn not only looks amazing for its age!\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHIS HORN IS A PLAYER!    \u003c\/strong\u003eThis horn is one of seven Elkhart Conn 8D's that you can test play if you are ever in the Chicagoland area.  If you are ever in the Chicagoland area, please schedule a visit to come out and test play some horns!   Priced to sell at $6,550 with free postage in the lower 48 States. I do offer free postage, but charge $25 dollars for the box, bubble wrap, and packing peanuts necessary to ship the horn safely. I offer a 10 day no fuss return policy that is outlined below.  Please read the return policy before making a purchase.  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eAll Double French Horn purchases come with a 10 day No-Fuss Return Policy. Buyer may return the horn within 10 days of receiving the horn with no questions asked. The horn must be postmarked and shipped within 10 days of receiving the horn to initiate the return process. Buyer is responsible for return shipping charges. I do not charge a re-stocking fee for returns if you pay by check or cash. I also offer a 5% cash discount if you buy the horn in person. I do charge a 3.5% re-stocking fee if you pay with a credit card or PayPal. Credit card companies and PayPal do not refund payment processing fees. Buyer would be responsible for a 3.5% restocking fee in the case of a return if the payment is made with a Credit Card or PayPal. Payment will be refunded within 1 day of receiving the horn; provided the horn is returned in its original condition. If you are ever in the Chicagoland area, please schedule and appointment to come out and test play over 50 used Double French Horns!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003ePlease check out my other items for some great deals on musical instruments!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Boredhorns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46091260788934,"sku":null,"price":6550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/8595\/2966\/files\/1_4219c685-aa11-49dd-8c7b-0eddb5ff2456.png?v=1784490177","url":"https:\/\/boredhorns.com\/products\/conn-8d-elkhart-indiana-800k-series-custom-double-french-horn-w-patterson-lead-pipe-free-postage-lower-48-states","provider":"Bored Horns","version":"1.0","type":"link"}