Vintage Silver & Gold Plated Buescher True Tone Bari Sax - Serial # 22401

This is an early vintage Buescher True Tone baritone saxophone from 1913, serial number 22401. It shows off an exquisite look with original satin silver finish, gold wash bell flare and gold plated key work. Rarely do we see pre 1920's Bueschers in this nice of shape. The construction on the older True Tones showcases key work from low Bb to Eb in the palm keys. It also features soldered on tone holes as this saxophone was made before the introduction of The Haynes drawn tone hole process. It should also be noted the upper J crook curls to the right instead of the left on the early models. For its vintage the body of this instrument is in phenomenal shape. You can see where some dings have been removed from around the bow and upper body tube, but there is no history of major past damage. The upper crook is in immaculate condition as is the bow cap.

This sax came into our shop with a slightly older set-up of leather pads and nyoek resonators. We performed a basic adjustment, not our full set up, but it is sealing down to low Bb and plays remarkably well. It is definitely “gig ready” and plays with a big, beefy sound, with a slightly more defuse, spread quality. Very warm and inviting.

Because of the age of the saxophone and the silver/gold finish this saxophone is most ideal for the serious American vintage collector. This saxophone ships with a non original wood hard case.