There is definitely a difference. THE CHICAGO is just that! A copy of a 1947 Chicago Benge my father got hold of THAT HAD NEVER BEEN PLAYED!!!
Fortunately it got in the right hands.
The old Chicago Benges were prized by all the players who love the Benge sound. They were considered the ultimate. So now you can have your choice of a ML .460, MLP .464 or L .470. :P I keep them in stock for you to try, always with my Try Before You Buy and Lifetime Warranty. That way you make sure of being 100% satisfied. :) After all, when your name is on the bell, you don't want someone playing it that isn't totally satisfied.
Jack Kanstul