Re: selmer balance-action tenor
The serial number indicates this is actually a very late Radio Improved model, which was right before the balanced action. The first serial # for the BA is generally listed as 21751, at least according to the charts I've seen. This might explain the tech's comment on it being an earlier model BA.
As far as desirability... I have a 1937 BA tenor, SN 251xx, and I wouldn't trade it for anything. I love the tone. I'll have to see if I can get some pics posted - it's in fabulous condition.
Worth - I currently have an appraisal / insurance for $4,100. I've seen them go for lower than that, and for higher as well. I think worth for a horn that old is highly dependent on market conditions and whether or not someone is interested in THAT vintage horn.
Hope this helps a bit...
Eric
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