Patterson Kruspe #131203-75 RH

This custom built Patterson Kruspe model is in almost new condition.  The valves are tight (1.6 compression) and smooth, the sound is glorious, and the price is fabulous!  These horns go for over 15K and this one has the optional single seam bell.  It comes with an MB7 case on top of all of this.  I could find only a couple tiny (and I mean TINY) dings in the flare.  Being unlacquered it has a bit of tarnish - but that is expected.  Jim makes gorgeous instruments that are played in many of the world's top ensembles. There's no need to be on a waiting list for this horn.  The minibal linkages are quiet and efficient - no worries about breaking any strings.
This is a powerful horn producing a deep rich sound.
Beautifully maintained.