I am checking out Phaeton Tumpets and Flugelhorns. Any information about them would be very helpful and appreciated.

They really are just marketing gimmicks (weighted valves caps, heavy mouthpiece receiver, short valve stroke, etc), and I think they're realistically only worth 1200 new. However, they seem to play reasonably well from what I've heard and read, but aren't the end all. I suggest trying one if you can, before you buy.

Thanks Mark! I can get the Phaeton for about $800.00. I'm also looking at CarolBrass. I'm impressed with the quality for the money. I can get the satin finish for a very good price, about $1200.00. The dealer is giving me a good deal on a close out trumpet. It's last years model. The only differance is that it has the old name on it.

Thanks again for the input.

No problem! Here's a review:
Jazz Instruments: Phaeton Trumpets

This may help you decide on the finish, as well.

Thanks again! I let you know what I decide. Hope you and yours had a nice holiday.