Holton Model 77 1962 Double French Horn "Perfect Compression" FREE POSTAGE LOWER 48 STATES

Up For Your Consideration Is a Very Nice Holton 77 Cut Bell Double French Horn!  This is a very special horn that plays better than most of the newer modern day production horns.  THIS HORN HAS NEAR PERFECT VALVE COMPRESSION!  I did a valve compression reading on this horn and all of the valves had valve compression readings between 0 - 0.2 THIS HORN IS A PLAYER!   This horn plays great through all the registers and has a truly remarkable sound.   The finish on the horn has the original lacquer which is worn in certain spots.  The horn still has a respectable finish but would probably look much nicer with the lacquer removed.  Based on the valve compression being near perfect, this horn would make a great candidate for full lacquer removal.    You can see the Frank Holton 77 engraving on the bell.  The inside tubing is in good condition.  The bell Flare does have a scratch on it, but is in very good condition.  The lead pipe looks lovely.  I do not think this horn as ever suffered from any major damage, and the horn does not show any signs of any previous major dent work.    Please check out the pictures for further clarification of condition.  The horn recently came out of the shop; all of the braces are secure, all of the tuning slides and valve caps move freely, and the valves are fast, quiet, and responsive, with excellent compression.  The horn comes with a fixed bell case with 3 functioning latches.  Serial number posted for your review.  The serial number suggest this horn was made in 1962!  This would make a great horn for someone looking for an excellent horn at a super fair price.  Priced to sell at $3,550.00 with free postage in the lower 48 States.  Before you consider buying a new production horn for over 7K after taxes, please consider buying this much better playing horn for half the price.  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 refund policy before making a purchase.

All 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 an appointment for an opportunity to test play over 50 used Double French Horns!    

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