1938 Olds French model Bb Trumpet SOLD

1938 Olds French model  Bb trumpet  

SOLD

The Olds French model was the top of the line model for Olds trumpets in the mid 1930's.  It shows up in the 1935 catalog posted on Olds Central and it is gone from the lineup by the time of the catalog listed as 1939.  

There has been some speculation that the Recording model Super Trumpet (aka Super Recording) replaced the French model, but neither is in the 1939 catalog, so there is no direct correlation between these two models, other than they were the top of the line for Olds in their own eras.  

Similar to the Super Recording being a variation of the Super,  the French model was a variation of "The Olds (or Standard) model.  It is a Large Medium bore (Olds terminology at the time for a .460 bore) and has a traditional Besson style wrap and configuration.  

We've have the pleasure of playing several French models over the years, and when in good playing condition are some of the best Olds we've ever played. 

This particular trumpet appears to be in original condition.  Lacquer is quite good on much of the horn and all parts appear to be original with the exception of the first slide saddle and the third slide push rod, which are replacements matching the the original pieces.  

There is a fair amount of pitting on the leadpipe and evidence of red rot.  The pipe is still functional, but will eventually need to be replaced.

The valve compression is good, but there is some evidence of leakage and there is plating loss on the pistons.

This trumpet is playable as it is and it is one that can be played an enjoyed in its present condition and perhaps restored in the future.

Does not come with a case or mouthpiece.    

FEATURES:

Nickel plated trim and brass lacquer finish

Nickel plated valves 

Bore: .460" Medium-Large Bore

Matching serial numbers on all valve pistons, spring barrels, and valve stems

Third slide stop rod

New springs, felts and corks

Single Pin Brass Valve Guides

Trombone style lever water key on tuning slide and third valve slide