Engraved Hunting Horn in Bb / Natural horn / Post horn / Jagdhorn / Waldhorn


Beautifully engraved Hunting horn in Bb

This vintage Hunting Horn in Bb was probably made in Central European region. According to used material, representation of the theme and quality of work it seems to be manufactured in Germany, Austria, or Czech Republic. This horn is exceptional due to beautiful hand-engraving on the bell (themes of the forest and forest animals). Age of the instrument is uknown, but the last owner owned it for more than 50 years.
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Playability and tone quality
This instrument is fully playable and has a nice smooth and creamy sound. Its softness retains also in hights. At higher volumes and FF's it produces a classical sound of hunting horns. It depends on your breath and used mouthpiece what kind of sound do you want to get.

Mechanical condition
10/10
  • The Horn is in a fully playable condition and plays very well.
  • All parts are in order.


Cosmetical condition
9/10
  • The Horn looks almost like new. Please check photos carefully.
  • The surface is very clean, shiny and free of significant rust or scratches. Of course the instrument is not new: on closer inspection you will surely find some insignificant scratch.
  • On the whole body of the horn are no dents!
  • Engravings are in a nice condition and undamaged.



Technical specifications

Manufactured by:
Unknown
Tuning:
Bb
Bore:
ca. 11,31 mm (0.445 in)
Measured at the start of tubing. It has conical bore.
Bell diameter:
14,2 cm (5.59 in)
Dimensions:
25 cm (9.84 in) in lenght
Finish:
Rose Brass
Shank:
Trumpet shank
Mouthpiece:
Included
Case: 
Not included

+ Unusual luxury design
+ Beautiful engraving
+ Rare piece