Wessex HB24 Bb Helicon Tuba

In fantastic original condition with 2 mouthpieces - Roger Bobo and Perantucci. More details to come. It is in excellent condition and has only been lightly used. It has a few small dings from normal use. It plays great currently, but will also be serviced before sale.
The Silverplate model sells for over $9000 new. 
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The helicon was the most popular design of tuba for military and marching bands in the 19th century, and trying the new helicon it is easy to see why they were the preferred marching tuba in the past. 
These are much better balanced and easier to carry than either a regular tuba, or sousaphone. 
Now, Wessex Tubas has resurrected this traditional brass instrument in modern form as the BBb Helicon HB24, incorporating later advances from the sousaphone to make a helicon for the modern age. 
This popular helicon for sale has 4 valves to cover the whole range and bell throat of 5/4 tuba proportions for a rich full tone.
Specifications
Bore: 18.5mm (0.728")
Bell: 508mm (20")
Weight of helicon: 11.7kg (25lb 12oz)
3 Valve version: 10.7Kg. (23lb 6oz)
Special Features
Stainless steel valves with nylon guides for quiet reliable action
Perfectly balanced with valves in optimal position for comfort
Removable bell for easy transportation
Supplied with mouthpiece and ABS shell case
Manufactured from 0.9mm brass for strength and durability
Hardened bell for greater resonance
1st slide made for easy adjustment while playing
Open wrap 4th valve loop (going around entire bow) for open low register
Long main tuning slide for extreme temperature variations playing
Fits in regular sousaphone gig bag