This is a USED Holton H179 Farkas model double French horn. Aside from evidence of a previous dent repair, the horn is in very good condition aesthetically: there are a few relatively minor pings and scratches throughout and wear consummate with the age of the horn. It is in great shape mechanically, and was professionally ultrasonically cleaned and serviced upon arrival to the shop.
***VINTAGE HORN DISCLAIMER***
While the moving parts are fully functional and move freely, instruments of this age commonly have excessive wear and sometimes unknown lineage and repair history that cannot be fully known to us. As such mechanical action can be finicky under a variety of conditions some of which may include choice of lubrication,hand positions & previous repairs or overhauls.
