Pre-Owned Holton H179 French Horn | Used

The Holton H179 Farkas Series Fixed Bell Double Horn is a professional-grade F/Bb instrument designed for the discerning musician. Featuring a .468" bore and a classic Kruspe wrap, this horn delivers a rich, dark timbre with vibrant overtones and a centered, open tone that projects effortlessly in any ensemble. The 12.25" nickel-silver bell provides a powerful yet nuanced response, showcasing the masterful craftsmanship Holton is known for.

This instrument shows signs of wear and tear, including finish corrosion. It includes a mouthpiece and hardshell case.

SPECIFICATIONS
Bore: .468"
Key: F/Bb
Pitch: A445 with independent Bb tuning
Bell: 12.25" diameter
Bell Type: Fixed
Bell Throat: Large
Bell Material: Hand-hammered nickel silver
Leadpipe: Fixed
Leadpipe Material: Nickel silver with .310 Venturi
Wrap: Kruspe
Linkage: String
Features: Solid nickel silver inner and outer slides; water key on leadpipe
Case: Yes
Mouthpiece: Farkas medium deep cup
Finish: Nickel Silver

FEATURES
Fixed bell, double horn in F/Bb with large bore
Nickel silver bell, valve section and mouthpipe
Nickel silver slides
Kruspe-style valve section
String linkage for quiet valve operation
Clear lacquer finish

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