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Is a 10 panel horn worth $700?

http://milwaukee.craigslist.org/atq/4765734203.html

If this is a Standard Model F with an S reproducer, then $700.00 is a STEAL. These are rare machines. They almost never turn up. If you live nearby, grab it!!
Harvey Kravitz

I can't get $200 for a #10 Cygnet. Jerry

I know your frustration with the horn. It's a really nice horn, too. But the Model F with small horizontal carriage and S reproducer are rare birds.
Harvey Kravitz
quote="Jerry B."]I can't get $200 for a #10 Cygnet. Jerry[/quote]

I've had a Standard model "F" for about five years that had the carriage which is specific to this model replaced with a horizontal carriage and a diamond B reproducer. I just found the correct carriage a couple weeks ago on EBay. Now all I need is an S reproducer to complete it. So knowing how long I had searched for the part is a testament to its rarity.

Wes

Scam? I've been trying to contact the seller and there has never been any response...

Anyone else get hold of seller?

I did reach him. Doesn't appear to be a scam. Answered questions I had.

Wes

downsouth wrote:I did reach him. Doesn't appear to be a scam. Answered questions I had.

Wes

Thanks Wes!

Was it still for sale, does it sound worth pursuing?

-Michael

Yes Michael it was still there and available. The only thing missing appeared to be the crane for the horn. I did not see any additional photos.

Wes

If somebody here gets it, I'd love to see some good photos. Good luck.

Martin