Jeffries/Crabb 27-button Anglo

[Paul Read]

A restored 27-button (including Bb drone) concertina in Bb/F.  There is no Jeffries stamp visible on this instrument but comparison of the reeds against another Jeffries finds the reeds to be identical and I am advised that the fretwork is Jeffries, not Crabb but I don't know if that is conclusive.  The concertina has new 6-fold bellows, valves, pads and is tuned to A=440 modern concert pitch.  It has a fast action with responsive reeds, great sound, a lovely concertina overall. Asking C$4500.

Edited March 7, 2024 by Paul Read
price change

[Paul Read]

I have just been advised elsewhere that this is a Jeffries, not a Crabb.  Good news.

[John Sylte]

I have one just like it, unstamped. How might I also determine if mine is Crabb or Jeffries?

[Clive Thorne]

Even if it were a Crabb it would likely still be a mighty fine instrument.

[harpomatic]

If it is free, I take it, whether it is Crabb or Jeffries, it doesn't matter when the price is right.

[Paul Read]

Price adjusted.