(Helen)

Eb Sopranino Manufacturer: Holton
Model: ?
Serial #: 112328
Finish: Silver plated
Source: saxquest.com on eBay.com

This very rare sax is not stamped "Holton", but according to Saxquest:

"Although there is no name stamped on the bell we know it is indeed a Holton instrument from the key mechanisms and pivot screws. Holton pivot screws were unique from C.G. Conn, Buescher, Martin and King and easily recognized by those with experience repairing vintage saxophones."

Apparently Saxquest has never seen another Holton 'nino before, nor have they seen one listed in any of the catalogues that they've looked through, which date through to the mid-30s. They stated that this horn was from 1932 (based on the serial # I presume).

  • right thumb rest right thumb rest
  • right hand pinkie keys right hand   pinkie keys
  • righ palm keys righ palm keys
  • low c sharp key low c sharp key
  • left thumb rest side keys left thumb rest   side keys
  • left thumb rest octave key and mechanism left thumb rest   octave key and mechanism
  • left pinkie cluster left pinkie cluster
  • left palm keys left palm keys
  • left hand keys left hand keys
  • in case in case
  • front view upper portion front view upper portion
  • front view front view
  • bell bell
  • back view back view