Posted by callmeapple on March 19, 2002 at 19:22:34:
In Reply to: Re: The "Unknown" Yamaha Rotary BBbs? posted by Here's a URL on March 19, 2002 at 19:04:16:
I realize that you've probably already done this, but I sent the description through a transelator and got this. I hope it helps at least a little. My guess is that the Daumenring (which wasn't transelated) is in reference to either a nickel or silver plated thumbring.
Take care,
callmeapple
Yamaha YBB 645 GE, professional class Bb tuba, 4 turning valves, completely gold brass, paints, german silver valve housing, with note owner small boxes, daumenring and eyes for stretcher belts.
Yamaha YBB 641 E, professional class B tuba, 4/4, 4 turning valves, 419mm schallbecher, drilling 20,6mm, with daumenring and eyes for stretcher belt, brass paints, with suit-case and mouthpiece.