Schilkeman

I realize that these are quite different horns in many regards but just wondering if there are any thoughts out there as to which might work better in my playing situation or is it just a wash, with either working?

I would be using the horn in a band that plays R&B, Funk, Old Rockibily and Swing. I am the only trumpet with one other Sax.

I have played the X-3 in question. It's different than stock in that it has a braced tuning slide, which I would think, would help with core and slotting and it uses Amado instead of standard water keyes. I really enjoyed the way that it plays. Could have had a wee bit more resistance but not anything that I couldn't adjust to.

The Scodwell on the other hand, I haven't played but have heard that it was an excellent playing trumpet. And, I really haven't read any negative comments, of the ones that I have been able to find.

Also, great comments concerning the Wild Thing trumpet but again, I have no experience with this horn.

Any thoughts or opinions out there concerning these three horns, as to which might be better in my situation? Thanks!