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Vintage Lemaire SML Paris France Wooden Boehm-System Clarinet with Case
Offered is a vintage Lemaire clarinet made in Paris, France by SML, Strasser, Marigaux & Lemaire. SML is a respected French woodwind manufacturer known for producing quality clarinets and other woodwind instruments.
This clarinet features a dark wooden body, traditional Boehm-system ring keywork and silver-colored metal keys. The instrument is marked “Lemaire,” “SML,” “Paris France” and “Boehm System.”
Included:
• Lemaire SML wooden clarinet
• Upper and lower joints
• Barrel
• Bell
• Mouthpiece
• Metal ligature
• Fitted hard case
• Cleaning swab and accessories shown
The clarinet shows expected vintage cosmetic wear, including scratches, finish wear, tarnish, oxidation and plating wear on portions of the keywork. The tenon corks and pads are older and may require replacement or adjustment. The fitted case also shows age and storage wear.
The instrument’s pitch has not been independently confirmed and is therefore not stated in this listing.
This instrument has not been professionally inspected or play-tested. Pad sealing, key regulation, springs, corks and intonation have not been evaluated. No guarantee is made regarding current playability. Although no major cracks are readily apparent in the photographs, the instrument has not been examined by a woodwind repair technician. Professional servicing should be expected before use.
This is a genuine vintage French-made SML Lemaire clarinet suitable for restoration, collection or possible future use following professional servicing. It is being sold as-is in untested condition.
Please examine every photograph carefully. The photographs are considered part of the description. You will receive the exact clarinet, case and accessories pictured.
