Selmer Bundy Ii Alto Saxophone Serial Numbers 【No Login】
The following chart provides the approximate manufacturing years based on the Buescher/Bundy serial number sequence: Approximate Serial Number Year of Manufacture 1963 (Selmer acquisition of Buescher) 1980 (Approximate start of Bundy II) Mid-1980s to early 1990s Identification Tips Saxophones - Bunny II serial number and age
On the Selmer Bundy II, the serial number is typically engraved on the , just above the brace that connects the body tube to the bow. It is usually found near the bottom of the straight body section. If this number is missing or appears buffed away, it may indicate the instrument was stolen or underwent heavy restoration. Dating Your Bundy II Selmer Bundy Ii Alto Saxophone Serial Numbers
Because the Bundy II was produced from the early 1980s until approximately , most will have serial numbers between 780,000 and over 1,000,000 . In 1995, the Bundy name was largely phased out in favor of the Selmer Aristocrat and later the AS300. Dating Your Bundy II Because the Bundy II
The is one of the most recognizable student-level instruments in history, revered more for its durability and "workhorse" reputation than for artisanal finesse. Produced in the United States by the Selmer Company (USA) following its acquisition of Buescher in 1963, the Bundy II remains a staple in marching bands and school programs. Because Selmer continued the serial number sequence inherited from Buescher, dating these instruments requires navigating a long, continuous list that spans the 20th century. History and Context Produced in the United States by the Selmer
The Bundy line originated as a student version of the Buescher Aristocrat. When Selmer purchased Buescher in 1963, they continued the serial number sequence starting around . The "Bundy II" specific line was officially introduced in the early 1980s (approximately 1980–1983) and featured updated ergonomics and a redesigned left-hand table, though it retained the sturdy construction of its predecessor. Serial Number Location