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Auction instruments ready for bargain hunters

Prestige cornets, Bach Strads, fanfare trumpets, tubas and percussion up for grabs for those with an eye for an auction bid...

Auction
  The auction takes place on Friday

If you are looking to bag a brass band bargain this week, then why not look at some great ex-Royal Military School of Music instruments from Kneller Hall which are being auctioned from 10am on Friday (17th January).

61 Lots

There are no less than 61 lots being put up for grabs at Ramco, one of the UK's most respected asset management and online auction specialists based in Skegness, specialising in government resales.

The instruments include Besson Prestige and Bach Stradivarius cornets, trombones, fanfare trumpets, tubas and tuned percussion.

The auction process is clear and transparent with customers registering to bid online for the items they are looking to purchase.

The usual terms and condition of auction sales apply — and should be read on the company website.

The instruments include Besson Prestige and Bach Stradivarius cornets, trombones, fanfare trumpets, tubas and tuned percussion4BR

Military provenance

A Ramco spokesperson told 4BR: "This is a wonderful opportunity for musicians or retailers to purchase instruments with a credible, military provenance.

All stock is sold as seen but viewing and inspection is highly recommended. We are available to answer any enquiries and questions and can be contacted on: sampatten@ramco.co.uk or sales@ramco.co.uk or call: 01754 882207 — 01754 880880."

To view and register

To view items and register interest go to: https://auctions.ramco.uk/auctions/7324/ramco-10193

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