Has Anyone ever heard of Selmer Deluxe Cases?

[cannonball]

Hello,

Supposedly they are wooden, rectangular cases similar to the Vanguard case. I prefer rectangular cases over contoured ones. I'm getting a selmer alto from a dealer who brings it from the factory and he told me it could be sent from the factory with this kind of case instead of the flight case. Thks

[Gandalfe]

Lessee, you'd like to replace your new modern ergo case that is lighter with an old-fashioned, heavier case. Sure you can store a lot more stuff in them but they are nasty heavy. What do you want to know about the delux case?

[cannonball]

Well, so they do exist after all...

1. Is it a protective case in your opinion?
2. How is padding?
3. Does it have a special neck only compartment or does it have to go with everything else?
4. How would you compare it in protection against the flight case?

Thks

[bruce bailey]

If you are talking about the factory in France (not Elkhart) then it may be the small case that is not sold here. I had one with my VI when new which was a nice light case with a tight fit. Not really strong crush wise and the padding was minimal but the horn stayed put and the size was a plus. A photo would help. If you are not sure what the case is, it may be best to take the cheapest case and upgrade aftermarket.