Frank Holton & Co. Bb Cornet 1920 Brass, silver-plated finish

Antique Frank Holton & Co. trumpet, Elkhorn, Wisconsin, serial #49309 (c. 1918-1919 by Holton serial chart). The bell is engraved “Made by Frank Holton & Co. Elkhorn, Wis.” with hand-engraved floral and scroll work and gold wash accents. The second valve casing is stamped Frank Holton & Co., Elkhorn, Wis., 49309, and all three pistons are stamped 49309 (matching). It has mother-of-pearl finger buttons, a water key, and a silver-plate finish.

Service and playability:

Ultrasonic cleaned New valve springs and felts Valves are free-moving with a snug, airtight fit Slides are tight fitting, as typical of a horn this age. They move, but fit snug and may loosen with use and fresh slide grease.

Condition:

Original silver plate shows honest age wear and patina, with some brassing, especially around the bell rim and bell interior A few dents and creases in the tubing (see photos) Engraving is crisp and the bell is nice Mouthpiece is vintage silver plate; no maker markings visible

Included:

Original black case with green lining (shows age wear) Mouthpiece Vintage Buescher True Tone valve oil bottle “Easy Steps to the Band” Bb Cornet book by Maurice D. Taylor Pre-Revelation Elkhorn-era Holton, a nice player or collector piece. Ships well packed. Please ask questions before buying.