| Welcome to the Sticky Valve Club Camel Lips,
Your valves should be getting better as you use more oil on them and as you play the trumpet.
For me the oil did it's magic when I soaked the valves overnight for two consecutive days and nights. They're not perfect(100% smooth) but they're getting better. And yes the valves do look worn out.....At least I'm able to play the trumpet without getting valves stuck.. but sometimes you do have to press hard to prevent problems. I'm convince the problem will be 100% solve with more use of the trumpet.
Good Luck! |