The serial numbers on the Holton saxes can be misleading online but study the added features, left side bell keys(a 1930s sax-common change), and you'll see that the timing on this is correct. Over 100 company's databases containing dates of manufacture of musical instruments. Made in 1914 by Frank Holton in Elkhorn, Wisconsin (USA). 'The Holton saxophone Pads is the longest wearing, best covering pad used on any Saxophone. 1989: A 65 percent interest in the French parent is acquired. Another saxophone, 5,7xx, recently on eBay, which is clearly pre-1933. 'Low Pitch' is indicated alongside the serial number. The production in Elkhorn began spring (prob. It has been reported that Holton serial#s that have an 'R' following the number means that it was made by Yamaha. The C melody was part of the series of saxophones pitched in C and F intended by the instrument's inventor, Adolphe … Throughout World War II as most manufacturers did, the Holton Company turned to making components for the military.
It sure would be nice to have an accurate list. I had her cleaned, re-corked and re-padded.
Rudy Wiedoeft (the king of the saxophones in the 20's - 30's, popular music) played a Holton and worked for Frank Holton Company as well. It would also explain a martin SN as opposed to Frank - probably a special order.
