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William_ · 03-22-2008, 04:05 PM

I have a 1954 Blessing Standard in pretty good condition. It was my Dad's trumpet so there is a lot of sentimental value. My kid used it to learn on until I bought him a new one a few years ago. It could probably use an overhaul after 50+ years. I pulled the first valve out to look it over and the cork is now a pile of crumbs. So yeah, it could use some TLC.

My question is where do I get parts or an overhaul kit for this trumpet? It is in great shape otherwise. No dents or any structural issues. The water key cork is a bit jagged too so I'm sure there is some leakage there. So any advice would be great.

I miss hearing my Dad play but I can still show some respect to his instrument. Maybe if I get it refreshed my kid can play it again for practice.

03-22-2008, 04:05 PM	#1 (permalink)
William_ New Friend Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 2	1954 Blessing Standard I have a 1954 Blessing Standard in pretty good condition. It was my Dad's trumpet so there is a lot of sentimental value. My kid used it to learn on until I bought him a new one a few years ago. It could probably use an overhaul after 50+ years. I pulled the first valve out to look it over and the cork is now a pile of crumbs. So yeah, it could use some TLC. My question is where do I get parts or an overhaul kit for this trumpet? It is in great shape otherwise. No dents or any structural issues. The water key cork is a bit jagged too so I'm sure there is some leakage there. So any advice would be great. I miss hearing my Dad play but I can still show some respect to his instrument. Maybe if I get it refreshed my kid can play it again for practice.