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The Martin Handcraft Committee model was the design that came between the Handcraft Imperial (an underrated horn in the Martin lineup) and Committee. It was designed by a "committee" of trumpet makers, although most if not all of the actual design work was allegedly done by Renold Schilke. The Handcraft Committee has a lot more nickel trim, and traditional water keys instead of the trombone style water keys of the Committee. The #2 bore is a medium step bore (around .453" at the valve block). The wrap of the Handcraft Committee is a little tighter than on the Committee, and the bracing is different as well.
This horn is still in fantastic condition but does show some cosmetic signs of wear consistent with its age.
There is some scratching and lacquer loss around the body of the horn.
The 3rd valve slide ring is also just a bit crooked.
The valve action is very nice and smooth.
The compression on the horn is good but would benefit from a thicker oil such as berp bio oil #3, the slides all move freely.
Comes with a case which may be original but NO mouthpiece
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Also note weight indicated in the ad is shipping weight not actual weight of instrument.
