A small, but significant, percentage of all Buffet and/or Evette-Schaeffer woodwinds in the 1900-1930 range (or so) were Conn stencils and do not have Buffet serial numbers. In the 1990's, Keilwerth stenciled a saxophone for Buffet called the 'Expression' and that model has a Keilwerth serial number.
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Evette-Schaeffer Alto Sax - Evette-Schaeffer Alto Sax Made in France Serial Number 14302; circa 1967 This horn was made by Malerne as evidenced by the: LH pinky table, low C spatula and 'tulip' shape on the bell keys keyguard). This makes it part of the 'Buffet family'.
Buffet was the top instrument for classical sax players in the 60s-70s (b/c Daniel Deffayet had been working with them). This 30-year-old horn is in fine condition. The finish is great condition.
Play action and adjustment is great. Pads are really good. SOLD - August '09 It plays like a dream. Come in and try it out. This exquisitely beautiful horn will last a lifetime.and probably handed down after you are gone. A new retails for $1759 on Musician's Friend website. They're great student horns, but eventually, any evolving student will start on the quest for a better tone.
Why not start with an instrument that is capable of producing the uniquely French, dark, rich tone, that so many pros strive for? And if you are a pro in search of the perfect tone/timbre.you owe it to yourself to try this horn. Evette-Scheffer Alto.