There is another thread posted about a Kohlert bassoon. I recently purchased one with an 18xxx serial number. There isn't a clear answer about what year it may be from and I was wondering if someone can give me some additional information about it. The horn is in great condition and plays well. I'm currently playing on a Kroner and I've always loved it, but I actually may end up preferring this Kohlert.

According to Maarten Vonk's book 'A Bundle of Joy' (www.bassoon.com) the Kohlert records are not good. Assuming it is a Winnenden made one, they started from 1 in 1947 & 40,000 was 1955.

Can you post a picture of your Kohlert bassoon? What exactly is written on it, apart from the serial number?