Toobz

Finish and engraving also plays a great part in determining value. If it is the usual silver, laquer or bare brass, it will probably have nothing more than the usual engraving. I happened across a 10B
in Gold plate with extensive engraving. I would expect the interest and demand for this horn to be quite a bit more due to it's wow factor. I don't know how much value would be added, as I have never seen a 10B in G.P. on the market. As for the horn itself, it's a decent player with lots of projection , definitely brighter in tone than usual. Good solo or lead horn.

As stated earlier, $400 for most older Conn's in the usual finish seems on the high side. You should keep in mind other factors too. Are there any extras to be included ? Is everything present on the 10b ? One of the most easily overlooked items in regards to a 10B is a case. Peashooters are long suckers and most of the cases available won't work for the Peashooters. Finding an inexpensive case that will work for a Peashooter can be difficult, if not near impossible.

There are tons of vintage horns out there. Wait for the right one before shelling out top dollar. The Constellation may just be your ticket. If not, be patient. If your not looking for a specific model, keep your eyes open. Sooner or later something will cross your path. I paid $50. for my Conn, and just $30. for my Martin Committee Cornet, and just $75.00 dollars for a Conn 10B Naked Lady tenor sax. I do spend quite a bit of my spare time looking for these horns . None of them fell into my lap. If you do the same, you'll be rewarded as well.

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Conn 10B New Era trumpet
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