Flying with a French horn

anotheroboemom
Sat, 16 Dec 2023 19:09:01 +0000

Question for @George2020 which may or may not affect options.

Does cutting the bell increase or decrease the horn’s value?

For example if it is $500 to cut the bell, but it increases the value of the instrument it might not be a bad choice even if you are about to upgrade soon to a different horn.

I suppose you have to factor in the cost of a new case to accommodate the cut bell scenario.

I just enjoy learning about other instrument options and challenges.

I sometimes travel with my bassoon which fortunately fits under a seat or overhead. Despite it’s size when assembled it is so convenient when taken apart.