Nikkan CR-2 Long Cornet, 1967 Atelier Custom

This is a 1967 Nikkan cornet in excellent condition, which we have acquired for the first time in 5 years. Although it is a lower-priced model of the Imperial Cornet CR-1, it is also a commemorative model that was released to the American market as the YAMAHA YCR-231 cornet.
Compared to YAMAHA, Nikkan cornets have a different wrap. The tubing is bent 180 degrees just before the connection to the 3rd valve casing from the leadpipe, producing a mellow tone similar to a short model. This is one more wrap than YAMAHA's configuration. (Comparison photos available)
In recent years, long model cornets have become an endangered species, and long models with traditional wraps like the CR-2 in good condition are becoming increasingly difficult to obtain.
In wind ensembles, there are cornet parts in pieces by Sousa andリード, and many players substitute with trumpets or short cornets. However, a long cornet is optimal for faithfully reproducing the composer's intentions.
On this instrument, we have rebuilt the 1st and 3rd slides, which were previously impossible to operate, to enable pitch correction during performance.
The 1967 models were also a period when many parts were hand-finished by craftsmen at Nikkan's factory, with a level of care comparable to YAMAHA's current top-of-the-line models. The engraving on the bottom cap of the piston valves is a distinguishing feature.

★Customization Details
■1st slide reversed, with added thumb hook
■Stopper function added to the 3rd slide
Equipped with the stopper function used by Holton and King.

★Included Items
・Cornet body
・Mouthpiece (Nikkan brand) Short model mouthpieces can also be used.
・Hard case (YAMAHA brand)

★Condition
・Approximately 90% or more of the lacquer remains, which is excellent condition for a 1967 cornet.
・Noticeable dents have been repaired. (Please check photos)
・There are solder marks from customization. (The finish of the work has been well-received.)
・The slides and piston valves operate smoothly and have good compression. This is a player's condition.
・The slides and valves have undergone overhaul, including ultrasonic cleaning and lapping (fitting) treatment.