A local luthier has a Durro 1901 violin for sale that looks pretty good . It is in very good shape with good flaring, and without any cracks. A few dings from wear and tear have been repaired. It has new pegs and bridge, and has a good sound. He is asking $2495 for the violin and, after looking online, it appears violins of this maker and age have quite a price range. Unfortunately, I don't have any pics. Given this, any opinion as to the potential value range?
Thanks,
Mike
Salvatore de Durro was a trade name used for violins imported and sold by the Buegeleisen and Jacobsen company in New York. They fell somewhere in between the entry level and the higher end of intermediate. Quality varies somewhat. I’ve seen some that were fairly nice, some that were a little more crude. Price also varies with condition.
In the last few years, prices for violins at this level have jumped up pretty suddenly, so a nice one in good condition would likely be reasonable at the price mentioned. Without pictures it’s hard to say much more.
Thanks for your input, I really appreciate it. When I go to look at it again, I'll see if I can get some pics.
Finally got some photos. Any opinions will be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Photos attached but now I can't see them. Hmmm...
Edited by - Gunther_az on 03/26/2026 09:20:02
You've uploaded the photos to your page here, but not attached them. There's a section below the Quick reply text box labelled "Attachments." Select the "Photo" tab and click on the ones you want, and they'll be attached to your post.
Thanks!
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Originally posted by Gunther_azThanks!
From what I see in the pictures, it looks quite nice and condition appears to be excellent. The brand on the button is consistent with others I've seen and the varnish looks similar. The wood in the back is very pretty. If it's set up well and sounds good when you play it, I don't see any issue with the asking price.
Thanks for your input. It's always good to get a sanity check before a big purchase. I've been enjoying playing my new favorite toy. It's not a bright as my other violin and my wife likes the sound better. I found the Dominants that were on it a little too slow so replaced them with Prims. Much better now. At some point I will probably try Helicores.
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