The Leblanc F357 was designed for jazz great Arturo Sandoval. It is especially noted for flexibility, note-bending, and handling extreme dynamics without breaking up. Unlike other flugelhorns sporting a gold brass or red brass bell, the Sandoval model features a solid copper branch and bell. The result is a rich, velvety, and dark sound characteristic of vintage horns.Valves Hand-lapped Monel material with stainless steel springs and silent one-point, non-metal piston guidesSlides Hand-lapped inside and outside brass slides, 3rd slide trigger with 7/8" throwCase Deluxe wood shell double case with room for both a flugelhorn and a Bb trumpet. Features music compartment, dual handles and brass hardware.