This is a spectacular example of Paxman's art:  a virtually as-new Model 25 dual bore full F/Bb double horn in lacquered nickel-silver with a 'New World' (also called 'American') bell which has a detachable flare.  (Please contact Alan Wiltshire for an explanation of Paxman's dual bore system if you don't understand what this means: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .)

There is some very slight creasing in the detachable flare (and I do mean VERY SLIGHT) which cannot be seen in the pic.  This in no way detracts from how wonderfully the horn plays and sounds, and in truth is hardly noticeable.  Apart from this, the horn is as-new in all respects.  Even the lacquer is virtually all intact - it's very hard to find a flaw.

This horn has a BIG bell, so makes that 'Hollywood' sound - as heard in any Hollywood blockbuster movie (Lord of the Rings, etc) or LPO concert or recording.  Nickel-silver is the most expensive, hardest and longest-lasting of all the 3 metals from which horns are made, and this horn flourishes a beautiful, virtually flawless, mirror finish.  It's truly one of the loveliest horns I've ever seen or played.  It comes in its original hard, black, flat 'attache case' style Paxman case.

If this looks appealing (and how can it not look appealing?!), don't hesitate:  handmade Paxmans like this don't come along very often and it won't be here long...

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