1943 Olds Standard Cornet SN 11695

This is a 1943 Olds Standard cornet.  This is the original Olds cornet which was introduced as "The Olds" and then when additional models were added to the lineup, "Standard" was added to name for this model.  

 More information about this model can be found in the 1941 Olds Catalog posted below. 

 This  model has Tempered Bell engraved on the bell, as noted in the catalog.   Elden Benge had begun stamping his Benge trumpets with "Resno Tempered" a few years earlier, so perhaps this was an influence.  The serial number suggests it was made during WWII, but Olds wartime production is murky at best.   For recent information about this topic, see this article on Olds Central.

This cornet is in very good original  condition.  There are only minor areas of wear to the lacquer and most of the lacquer has darkened over time.  The only non-original part is one of the finger buttons, which has been replaced with a close match.  All other parts are original to the horn with matching serial numbers.

 Comes with the original case in good condition and also the original lyre, cleaning rod and an Olds 5 large shank cornet mouthpiece.   

This cornet has the original receiver which requires a larger shank mouthpiece or one of the other options that are described here.   

FEATURES:  

Lacquered brass finish with nickel-silver accents and trim

Nickel plated valves

Bore: .445 

Matching serial numbers on all top caps, spring barrels and valve stems. 

Two digits of serial number stamped on slide tubes

Two Pin Brass Valve Guides  

Trombone style lever water keys