10 holes, 20 reeds, 41/8" long, octave tuned, wooden comb.

Internationally recognized by performers for its beauty and simplicity, this is the most favored and famous harmonica in the world. The 1896 features finely chrome-plated heavy convex covers and a distinctive pearwood comb, packaged in a plastic hinged case with U.S. Marine Band photo.

The original blues harmonica with the legendary sound. The Marine Band with its traditional pearwood comb and unique cover design has been manufactured for more than 100 years and is still the instrument of choice for top professional players. 

This is the harmonica we all grew up with, and it's a favorite among the oldtimers, however the wooden comb makes it like playing a corn cobb - it is definetly not recommended for beginners. A beginner in search of the Marine Band sound should choose a Special 20 which has a plastic comb.