One good choice is a Conn 6B Victor trumpet. Plays as well as, if not better than a Connstellation, but usually sells for a lower price. I bought this one (made in 1960) on eBay for $300, and it is like new. Plays great, about as well as my vintage Bach Strad, only different (maybe a little more versitile sound). It's pretty cool-looking, too.
