Conn 1926 New Wonder II Artist Eb Alto Sax, Gold Portrait #172k

December 9, 2020admin0 comments

Conn_1926_New_Wonder_II_Artist_Eb_Alto_Sax_Gold_Portrait_172k_01_bbi Conn 1926 New Wonder II Artist Eb Alto Sax, Gold Portrait #172k
Conn 1926 New Wonder II Artist Eb Alto Sax, Gold Portrait #172k
Conn 1926 New Wonder II Artist Eb Alto Sax, Gold Portrait #172k
Conn 1926 New Wonder II Artist Eb Alto Sax, Gold Portrait #172k
Conn 1926 New Wonder II Artist Eb Alto Sax, Gold Portrait #172k
Conn 1926 New Wonder II Artist Eb Alto Sax, Gold Portrait #172k
Conn 1926 New Wonder II Artist Eb Alto Sax, Gold Portrait #172k
Conn 1926 New Wonder II Artist Eb Alto Sax, Gold Portrait #172k
Conn 1926 New Wonder II Artist Eb Alto Sax, Gold Portrait #172k
Conn 1926 New Wonder II Artist Eb Alto Sax, Gold Portrait #172k
Conn 1926 New Wonder II Artist Eb Alto Sax, Gold Portrait #172k
Conn 1926 New Wonder II Artist Eb Alto Sax, Gold Portrait #172k

Conn 1926 New Wonder II Artist Eb Alto Sax, Gold Portrait #172k
1926 GOLD Conn – New Wonder II -ARTIST- Alto. Model: New Wonder II. Serial Number: 172, xxx. (On Consignment – Plays OK/Rough, you can get a good vibe of it’s texture). “Indian Chief” ARTIST engraved Conn New Wonder II Alto sax heavily gold plated: “finish 00 – Burnished Gold plate”. # m176, xxx dates to 1926, nailfile G#, rolled tone holes, tuning neck, everything we love. This sax did take rear bow damage in the last 90 years, sadly, and has other repair proof. Plan to play this one and show it off without fear of it being “too pretty to take out and play”. Inspection report: (note, we can work on these things) There is 1 heavy damage to the back bow that shows some repair efforts too. I believe there is still room to improve upon this. There is also missing guards on the octave lever (not crucial parts) that could be fabricated; the neck screw was lost and changed also. I would be looking for a better option. Oddly, the side C lever was changed from a silver NW2. We could also discuss the repairs to the lower bow, like adding some restoration work of blasting sand replating to blend this area better! I believe the sax has clear lacquer over the gold that appears to be flaking off as it does over time (see the darker photos of the keys to see this better). This can be left as is or it can be stripped off during major repair work when the sax gets a full rebuild. The current pads are not terrible for lifespan (look like 1980/90s), however, some medium repair would would be advised to make it play great. We can discuss any pricing level on these repairs to fit your desires. Please feel free to chime in. CASE: non-original case that fits the sax. Ask about upgrading to a new Protec XL, the size that fits a vintage Conn. TONE: Classic Conn, robust yet warm , NW IIs and Chu’s are powerful and bold. Gold is credited with adding more’ring’ or presence in a tone without hurting the warmed and depth. Chadd Comments: Four notes in and I was like’Wow’. It was so rich, warm, and dark. Darker than I expected for a NWII. Item #: WWSConPS7.0W0.0W0.04141.9-C0. The item “Conn 1926 New Wonder II Artist Eb Alto Sax, Gold Portrait #172k” is in sale since Wednesday, December 2, 2020. This item is in the category “Musical Instruments & Gear\Wind & Woodwind\Band & Orchestral\Saxophones”. The seller is “worldwidesaxonline” and is located in Seattle, Washington. This item can be shipped worldwide.
  • Body Finish: Gold-Plated
  • Type: Alto
  • MPN: Does Not Apply
  • Key Finish: Gold Plated
  • Body Material: Brass
  • Brand: Conn
  • Skill Level: Professional

Conn 1926 New Wonder II Artist Eb Alto Sax, Gold Portrait #172k

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