Name is believed to have come from WWI thinking that the wood was usedįrom old propellers, but is not the case. Actually the worst that happens with this type of wood is that the seams open up from temperature change and humidity but can easily be glued back together.Ĭonn discontinued this model in 1954 after only 4 years.The It was believed that Conn began making clarinets from cocobolo laminate wood because it was believed that laminate could not crack. This is a Pan American cocobollo wood Bb clarinet with nickel plated keys dating from c. No Mouthpiece or other accessories included. It was overhauled about 10 years ago, played very little, and may need some adjusting and perhaps a pad here and there. 12) In 1955 all the CG Conn Ltd, Inc family of instruments serials were merged at 500,000. The 'P' and 'W' had been dropped long before and the year varies somewhat by instrument group. 11) In 1950 the serial numbers for saxes and woodwinds were merged at about 100,000. Rare professional vintage Pan American Propeller Conn-Cocobollo Bb woodĬlarinet with Vito case and in very good condition and nickel This was also the beginning of the Pan American 58 series models. It will take at least 384 serial numbers to allow for reasonable conclusions. Gretsch 1960's hardshell case original Horn- u- copia. Pictures are links to MORE INFORMATION, & more pictures of vintage METAL Clarinets: Scroll down the page for a lexicon of information about. Conn Pan-American Bb Clarinet - Propeller Wood Clarinet 1950s Cocobolo aka Violin Finish Get the lowest price on our huge selection of Woodwinds at Woodwind & Brasswind - Your band and orchestra authority.
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