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Combining bold cutting edge designs, science and  technology with "saxophone traditions" has always been the hallmark of Temby saxophones. 

Here is the latest in David Temby's masterful creations. The finish of The Blues Horn SERIES 2 is a tribute to the famous and collectable Grafton saxophones.

The Grafton saxophone was an injection moulded, cream-coloured acrylic alto saxophone with metal keys, manufactured in London, England by the Grafton company, and later by 'John E. Dallas & Sons Ltd'. Only Grafton altos were ever made, due to the challenges in making larger models with 1950s plastic technology. Production commenced in 1950 and ended after approximately ten years. However, a few last examples were assembled from residual parts circa 1967. All tools, machinery and jigs required to manufacture the Grafton were sold for scrap and subsequently destroyed in 1968.

Here is a beautiful piece of future history. This unique saxophone model has a smooth "silky milky" look. To produce a saxophone with this finish has been a huge challenge which has been conquered with more than a year of rigorous work. The result is stunning.

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