1960s-1970s Normandy Clarinet – Made in France

Good Condition.

Normandy Clarinet – Made in France (Serial A89502)

This Normandy clarinet is in good, playable condition and is stamped “4 – Normandy – Made in France.” Both the upper and lower joints are marked with matching serial number A89502, confirming a consistent original body set.

Normandy was a secondary line produced by Leblanc (France), known for building reliable student and intermediate instruments with French manufacturing quality. These clarinets were typically made from grenadilla wood and designed for durability and solid tonal response. Based on brand history and typical production patterns, this instrument was most likely manufactured in the 1960s–1970s (exact dating is not definitively documented for this serial range).

The upper joint is also marked with a small “4” above the logo, which is believed to be an internal production or batch marking rather than a model designation.

The clarinet plays as expected, with only routine maintenance potentially needed depending on player preference. Pads, keywork, and overall function are in good usable condition.

A Leo M. Bundy mouthpiece is included, but it does not fit snugly. This is likely due to cork compression and could be corrected with a new cork; however, it is best considered an included extra rather than a matched component of the instrument.

Also includes a lyre and cork grease.

Key Details:

• Normandy (Leblanc France) clarinet
• Made in France
• Serial: A89502
• Likely grenadilla wood body
• Good playable condition
• Upper joint marked “4” (internal marking)

This is a solid vintage French-made clarinet suitable for student use, doubling, or as a reliable backup instrument.

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