This same webpage should also contain information about what specific model of saxophone you have ( I am not certain here, however ). Most often this is stamped on the back of the horn, under the right hand thumb-rest. You will now be able to easily find the date of manufacture of your sax when you match the serial number in the list with the number stamped on your instrument. This link directs to the page: The Vintage Saxophone Gallery: BUESCHER Serial Number Ranges By Model ( That did not take very long to find - hooray ! ) As I promised, here it is:
I am going to find the link I have saved for Buescher serial numbers.
Unlike some of their other saxophones, mine doesn't have all manner of fancy scroll-work and etching, but the design is simple and the horn is a pleasure to play, with the same kind of gorgeous tone I already mentioned Bueschers have the loveliest tones I ever have heard from any saxophones: The reason I know about this last point is that I have an early '60s Buescher "Aristocrat" pro tenor - and I wouldn't trade it for ANYTHING. There isnt much around on the web to guide on value. It is in near mint condition and I am thinking of taking the plunge but its up for £700 and if it is series iii I am not sure if this is a good deal. At this point, all the production became centered on student saxophones.īefore that "water-shed" point in time, however, Bundy made a wide variety of models that are still considered top-quality horns there is a good chance this is one of them. The serial number is around 330xxx and front the list of serial numbers this would be after the Big B. This was an excellent name indeed in saxophones for decades until in the mid-60s the company was bought out by Bundy. The 'Buescher 400' was their most advanced professional entry into the saxophone market and was the highlight of their resumption of production after World War 2.Īfter Buescher was purchased by Selmer, the '400' eventually became the 'Signet' and the 'Aristocrat' became the 'Bundy'.I just looked at the second picture and I was able to make out the name BUESCHER.
The 'TrueTone' was updated in 1926 with the addition of a front F key.ġ930 marked the introduction of the 'New Aristocrat'.ġ940 marked the introduction of the Aristocrat commonly known as the 'Big B Aristocrat'. The 'TrueTone' model was one of the most popular saxophones of the 1920's. Selmer Paris Saxophone Serial Numbers Yearįrom 1987 onwards, the two-digit prefix number plus 50 will give you the year of manufacture on all Conn Saxophones and products. Buescher Trumpet Serial numbers are most often found on the 2nd valve casing - OR if that is buffed off, check on one of the valves themselves Pull out a valve. Look up your serial number and compare by clicking on your manufacturer below
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