Up for sale is a Howarth of London S20C Oboe (Serial No. R393) made from premium African Grenadilla wood with silver-plated keywork.

Howarth S20 oboes are renowned as some of the best intermediate/advanced-student instruments available—offering the warm, rich tone of solid wood combined with exceptionally reliable British craftsmanship.

Key Features & Specs:

• Lined Top Joint ("VT"): Features Howarth's protective bore lining in the upper joint, which significantly reduces the risk of wood cracking—a huge plus for stability and longevity.
• Full Conservatoire Key System: Covered-hole keywork equipped with standard octave mechanisms, trill keys, and side keys needed for advancing ensemble, youth symphony, or high school play.
• Solid Grenadilla Wood: Dense, high-grade blackwood for a traditional tone and projection.

What’s Included:

• Howarth S20C Oboe (Upper Joint, Lower Joint, Bell)
• Original Howarth Hard Shell Fitted Case
• Padded Outer Case Cover
• Reed Case