VINTAGE HORN EYE CANDY - Page 4

cleanhead77 · 07-23-2006, 09:42 AM

Once I had a length of clear soft plastic lab tubing with a hole down the center. I saw that the diameter was the same as the Conn corks, so I cut 3 proper lenghths,filed a groove down the side of each, and they fit my Conn perfectly, although the center hole was a little tight. Voila ! With a felt on top I had permanent, indestructible "corks".

Bill Barnes

W Scott · 07-23-2006, 11:42 AM

Quote:

Actually, I do have a set of slotted corks that of the real deal. On thing is, I need to cut one down to size and I am a bit chicken to do it myself.

Use a small Exacto knive from a hobby store and go very slow! The problem with so much of the cork you find today is that it is not high quality stuff. It craccks and flakes too easily resulting in a short lifespan for the corks. Because the old Conns use so much cork, I'd rather send the horn off to Bob Reeves or Charlie Melk and have the artificial material put in. That way, I don't have to worry about disintegration, moisture or compression.

A.N.A. Mendez · 07-24-2006, 02:05 PM

Any ideas on this one? It dates to 1962. From research I've done the 1st slide lever is the same as used in the opera model. This horn does not appear to have been messed with, it looks new but not redone or worked on, I'm thinking it was ordered from the factory this way. Anyone?

By the way it's an Olds recording.

topo3man · 07-24-2006, 06:53 PM

Christine,

The basic problem with the Conn corks is the slot. I would use a lolipop stick and put it in the slot before cutting. If you try to cut without having something in the slot you will stand a good chance of splitting the cork. A coping saw and a miter box are very useful if you have access as well. But in a pinch, a steady hand and exacto-knife will work.

A.N.A. Mendez · 07-25-2006, 01:34 AM

In the words of "Dr. Evil" "Throw me a fricken bone here???

Eclipsehornplayer · 07-26-2006, 10:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dale Proctor

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kinghornplayer

I wont even bother posting mine as my oldest horn is a 1964 King Silver Flair and just don't belong in this thread ...If you are married she must be one very understanding woman!

Don't let that stop you. We all enjoy looking at nice vintage horns whatever the age. The Lehnert I posted first is mine, the others belong to a serious collector in our band. HIS wife is the understanding one!
Anyone interested in more pics of these horns and many others, along with descriptions, go to our band website at www.otbrass.com .

As for the valve arrangement on the OTS horns, most are TARV. You will find a few SARV and an occasional Beliner valved one, though.

Allright Dale you talked me into it:

In the 1st picture from right to left:

1986 Getzen Capri Bb Cornet

1995 Bach Strad 229/25A C Trumpet

1964 King Silverflair Bb Trumpet (My only real vintage horn)

From top to bottom:

1986 Getzen Capri Bb Cornet

1995 Bach Strad 229/25A C Trumpet

1964 King Silverflair Bb Trumpet (My only real vintage horn)

Dale Proctor · 08-01-2006, 05:48 PM

Beautiful set of instruments, Kinghornplayer. I like the silver horns with gold mouthpieces. Here's a few of my other horns:

The first is an Olds L-12 flugelhorn from 1968.
Next is a Mt. Vernon Bach Strad 43 from 1955.
Last is my newest aquisition, a Conn 6B Victor from 1960. I bought it on eBay and it's almost like new!

Eclipsehornplayer · 08-02-2006, 09:01 AM

Very Nice Dale!

Thanks the Mouthpieces are Monette's. My playing really took off when I started to play on them so I figure I'll stick with what works. I didn't plan it that way but I'm with you it does have a astetically pleasing look!

I gotta hand it to Tom for starting this thread...

I've spent much time in it just drooling. Don't get me wrong I love my horns! It is just really cool to see what other people have.

Best to you!
John

bugleblast · 08-02-2006, 03:15 PM

Here are the rest of my vintage Bachs, not including the two horns I put up earlier

1st photo
Mt. Vernon Large Bore Bb
Mt. Vernon Large Bore C
Mt. Vernon Small-Medium D

2nd
Mt. Vernon Large Bore C
Bach Chicago C

3rd
NY Bach Large Bore Cornet (Just overhauled by Dr. Valve)
NY Bach Medium Large Bb

Enjoy!

Dale Proctor · 08-02-2006, 03:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bugleblast

Here are the rest of my vintage Bachs, not including the two horns I put up earlier

Man, that's an impressive collection of vintage Bachs! I'm a horn nut and never tire of looking at old and unique horns.

To A.N.A. Mendez - sorry, I have no bones to throw. I've never seen a Recording with a 1st valve trigger. Looks like the trigger and slide from a Mendez. Maybe it was a period option?

07-23-2006, 09:42 AM	#31
cleanhead77 New Friend Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Central Florida Posts: 8	Once I had a length of clear soft plastic lab tubing with a hole down the center. I saw that the diameter was the same as the Conn corks, so I cut 3 proper lenghths,filed a groove down the side of each, and they fit my Conn perfectly, although the center hole was a little tight. Voila ! With a felt on top I had permanent, indestructible "corks". Bill Barnes __________________ so many mouthpieces, so little time.......

07-24-2006, 02:05 PM	#33
A.N.A. Mendez Forte User Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 1,244	Any ideas on this one? It dates to 1962. From research I've done the 1st slide lever is the same as used in the opera model. This horn does not appear to have been messed with, it looks new but not redone or worked on, I'm thinking it was ordered from the factory this way. Anyone? By the way it's an Olds recording. __________________ (Above) Alexanders ragtime band-circa 1960 "Baby, I'm already the coolest, and the hippist, now you want me to be on time too?" Buddy Love "We appointed all our worst generals to command our armies, and our best generals to edit our newspapers." Robert E. Lee

07-25-2006, 01:34 AM	#35
A.N.A. Mendez Forte User Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 1,244	In the words of "Dr. Evil" "Throw me a fricken bone here??? __________________ (Above) Alexanders ragtime band-circa 1960 "Baby, I'm already the coolest, and the hippist, now you want me to be on time too?" Buddy Love "We appointed all our worst generals to command our armies, and our best generals to edit our newspapers." Robert E. Lee

08-01-2006, 05:48 PM	#37
Dale Proctor Forte User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Heart of Dixie Posts: 1,125	Beautiful set of instruments, Kinghornplayer. I like the silver horns with gold mouthpieces. Here's a few of my other horns: The first is an Olds L-12 flugelhorn from 1968. Next is a Mt. Vernon Bach Strad 43 from 1955. Last is my newest aquisition, a Conn 6B Victor from 1960. I bought it on eBay and it's almost like new! __________________ Olde Towne Brass www.otbrass.com Brass Band of Huntsville www.brassbandofhuntsville.org "Hit it hard and wish it well." - Claude Gordon

08-02-2006, 09:01 AM	#38
Eclipsehornplayer Forte User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Flat Rock, Michigan Posts: 2,395	Very Nice Dale! Thanks the Mouthpieces are Monette's. My playing really took off when I started to play on them so I figure I'll stick with what works. I didn't plan it that way but I'm with you it does have a astetically pleasing look! I gotta hand it to Tom for starting this thread... I've spent much time in it just drooling. Don't get me wrong I love my horns! It is just really cool to see what other people have. Best to you! John __________________ Eclipse MHY Bb Trumpet with interchangable leadpipes Bach 229 25A C Trumpet Getzen Capri Bb Cornet GR & Monette mouthpieces

07-24-2006, 06:53 PM	#34
topo3man Pianissimo User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Wilmington, DE Posts: 53	Christine, The basic problem with the Conn corks is the slot. I would use a lolipop stick and put it in the slot before cutting. If you try to cut without having something in the slot you will stand a good chance of splitting the cork. A coping saw and a miter box are very useful if you have access as well. But in a pinch, a steady hand and exacto-knife will work.

08-02-2006, 03:15 PM	#39
bugleblast New Friend Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 11	Here are the rest of my vintage Bachs, not including the two horns I put up earlier 1st photo Mt. Vernon Large Bore Bb Mt. Vernon Large Bore C Mt. Vernon Small-Medium D 2nd Mt. Vernon Large Bore C Bach Chicago C 3rd NY Bach Large Bore Cornet (Just overhauled by Dr. Valve) NY Bach Medium Large Bb Enjoy!

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 3 (2 members and 1 guests)
vntgbrslvr, AdrianJames

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

Unleash Your Anger
Copyright 2006 TrumpetMaster.com	All times are GMT -4. The time now is 09:46 PM. Powered by vBadvanced CMPS v2.2.0/Links 1.01 Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.7.2 Copyright ©2000 - 2009, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd. Content Relevant URLs by vBSEO 3.3.0