Heckel 13427

I’m selling my Heckel bassoon (serial number 13427), bought it new in 1985. It's been my professional companion for two decades when I played principal bassoon at the Teatro Lirico di Cagliari (Italy). After retiring, I continued to enjoy it in ensemble work and solo concerts. It has always been cared for with great attention. It's in excellent condition and underwent a full overhaul in Oct 2025. It has never had repairs, or replaced parts. The work was carried out by M. Orsini in Milan, a well-known specialist in Heckel bassoons. It features a body lock, the original ivory bell ring, and the tone holes with channels. The keywork is original silver and shows the typical ageing of the protective coating from that period; this is only cosmetic and can be removed. It has never been modified or customised. Included are two Heckel bocals, a CC1 and a CD0, and the original Heckel case. I’m no longer playing, and I would love for it to go to a musician who will appreciate it as much as I have