Water Catcher/Grime Gutter for Besson New Standard Tuba

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cartuba
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Water Catcher/Grime Gutter for Besson New Standard Tuba

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Does anyone know of a water catcher/grime gutter that would fit on a Besson New Standard Bb tuba from around 1967? The valves are quite leaky and I'd like to not leave a puddle every time I play it! I checked with Wessex and John Packer and they said theirs wouldn't fit.... I'm also open to DIY solutions if anyone has them!

Thanks in advance!
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Re: Water Catcher/Grime Gutter for Besson New Standard Tuba

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An easy cheap fix is use a nitrile glove such as medical professionals use. They stretch so should easily fit most horns. Also good for Sousaphones when marching.
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