This pre-owned Boosey & Hawkes Predominant tenor saxophone is a vintage British-made instrument with plenty of character and visible signs of age and use. Stamped Boosey & Hawkes Ltd London W.1 Makers and Predominant, with serial number 35116 L.P., this appears to date from around 1940 and is marked L.P. (Low Pitch), making it suitable for modern concert pitch.
It is an honest older tenor with a strong period look, original engraving, and the sort of wear you would expect from a well-used vintage instrument. This is not a mint example and should be described as a project-grade / restoration-grade vintage tenor saxophone rather than a clean collector piece.
Key Features
- Vintage Boosey & Hawkes Predominant tenor saxophone
- Approx. circa 1940
- Low Pitch (L.P.) model
- Engraved bell and bow section
- Vintage British-made tenor with classic styling
- Supplied with neck and mouthpiece as shown
- Strong option for restoration, display, collection, or vintage player project
Condition
This saxophone is in well-used vintage condition with noticeable cosmetic and structural wear.
Visible points to note from inspection:
- Heavy tarnish, oxidation, lacquer/plating wear, scratches, and age-related marking throughout
- Historic solder repair visible around the neck receiver area
- Substantial denting and creasing to the neck / crook
- Additional dents / bumps to the bottom bow area
- General signs of age and long-term use across the body and keywork
- Pads, corks, felts, and setup should be assumed to require attention depending on the buyers requirements
This instrument appears complete overall, but due to its age and visible repair / dent history, it is best sold as a vintage pre-owned saxophone requiring servicing, adjustment, or restoration.
Why Buy This Saxophone
Older Boosey & Hawkes saxophones have a distinctive place in British woodwind history, and the Predominant is an interesting vintage model for players, collectors, or repairers looking for something different from the more common modern student saxophone. This example has clear age, character, and originality, but it is very much a horn for someone who understands vintage instruments and is comfortable buying with condition issues fully disclosed.
Specifications
- Brand: Boosey & Hawkes
- Model: Predominant
- Instrument: Tenor Saxophone
- Pitch: Bb Tenor
- Marking: L.P. (Low Pitch)
- Serial Number: 35116 L.P.
- Approx. Year: c.1940
- Made in: London, England
- Finish: Aged silver-coloured finish with tarnish and wear
- Condition: Pre-owned / vintage / project condition
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