Posted by Clarence Thompson on June 23, 2000 at 18:23:07:
I have a gold-laquered 20K. Laquer has wear spots around the horn, which is mainly the valve section and the metal shoulder pad. The valves and tuning slides are smooth as can be! The buttons have the mother of pearl inlays. The bell has a naked lady on it. Around the bell collar it says "20K" and has the number "89". The serial number is 361141. It has a few tiny dents around the horn. Overall, its in excellent condition. I just had new felts and neopryne( I guess that's how you spell it!) put in it. It will also come with a neck, two bits, mouthpiece, and a brand new Pro-Tec gig bag. I'm selling it for $2000.00 in order to purchase another sousaphone for church. I will try to get a hold of a digital camera to send pictures.