Description: Wichita Band Instrument Company Wichita, KansasDescriptionUsed Holton H-189 "Merker-Matic" Double French Horn in Solid Nickel-Silver; serial #678815The Merker-Matic, or the Ethel Merker model as it is affectionately known, is a premium double French horn impeccably crafted to offer the ultimate in craftsmanship and tonal splendor. Design features such as its newly designed 4th branch, dual bore, and mouthpipe tapers lead professionals to claim an ease of blowing in all registers as well as an exceptionally quick response and a smooth, precise legato. Specifications:Key: F/BbFinish: LacquerBore (Dual Bore): F: 0.468" (11.89mm), Bb: 0.46" (11.68mm)Bell: 12.25" Extra Large ThroatWrap: KruspeExtras: 2 Water KeysSet Includes: New Case ,Holton Farkas MouthpieceThe original valves are still tight, with 99% of original lacquer.No dents, No damage.This one looks and plays like new!HGWichita Band Instrument Company is a small musical instrument emporium located in the center of the USA. The owners are Kansas natives Gary L. Ray and his two sons. Founded by a woodwind repair technician in 1953, we soon will commence our seventy-first year in business. We’re not a “back bedroom” operation but can report that we are the owners of a proper “brick and mortar” workshop. We enjoy a sterling reputation for ethical business transactions and confirm to our friends and clients the simple fact that we expect to be in business forever.Wichita Band’s service warranty is the same as it’s been for more than four decades:“ALL new and all used instruments sold by Wichita Band Instrument Company come with our 24 month service warranty. It’s in addition to any factory guarantees. For two full years, we will repair or replace (whichever in our estimation is the more advisable), pads, corks, springs or other parts required, at no charge to the customer. In the event of cracked or damaged wood sections, we will repair at no cost to the customer or replace the section and charge the customer only for our net costs for the replacement section. Often, wood replacement parts are supplied from the manufacturer at no charge. The customer is responsible for shipping and insurance charges. Cases and plating finishes are not covered by our service warranty but are sometimes covered by factory guarantees.” Wichita Band Instrument Company maintains a repair department capable of restoration work of the highest quality. Even though repairs are essentially “free” for the first two years, after that period has expired, we remain at your service to maintain and repair your musical equipment forever. It’s our “service after the sale” promise and has been since 1953! In the event that a customer requires service under factory guarantees or Wichita Band’s service warranty, the item must be returned to us and not directly to the manufacturer.**** WICHITA BAND INSTRUMENT COMPANY / WICHITA, KANSAS / USA
Price: 3650 USD
Location: Wichita, Kansas
End Time: 2025-01-27T23:17:04.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Color: Silver
Set Includes: Case, Mouthpiece
Leadpipe Material: Nickel Silver
Brand: Holton
Type: Double
Body Material: Nickel Silver
Bell Material: Nickel Silver
Valve Type: Rotary
Number of Valves: 4
Instrument: French Horn
Finish Material: Nickel Silver
Features: Finger Hook, Water Key
Experience Level: Advanced, Expert
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Finish: Lacquered
Key: F/Bb