Conn "transitional" alto sax

Here's a gem of a horn, an early run Conn "transitional" alto.
The "transitional" horns are named so because they represent a change, over the course of several years, from the previous "New Wonder" model horns to the 6M horns.  At some point Conn started instituting changes in the older models, adding a feature or two at a time.   Slowly the New Wonders became updated,  eventually to become the 6M model in the 1930's.

This particular alto is very early in this transition period.  In fact,  the only real distinguishing characteristic besides serial number that would tell me its a tranny is the raised/sculpted side E touch piece.  The New Wonder's didn't have this feature and it was the 1st design change instituted. 
So basically, for all intents an purposes, this is a late New Wonder II model.

Its a fantastic horn!  It has the plainest engraving, simply CG Conn with no picture, and likely was bare brass out of the factory.  At some point,  a long long time ago,  someone had it lacquered.  It was done well and has aged very nicely!
The body and neck are really ding free and straight and after restoration the horn plays just wonderfully!
My favorite part of this job was overhauling the microtuner neck, which is  one of my favorite things to do.  This one had little wear but was very slow to move.  After overhaul it works like a dream!