1978 Olds clark terry model B flat TRUMPET

1978 Olds Clark Terry  Bb trumpet   SOLD 

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This is a 1978 Olds P13-T Clark Terry model trumpet in good original condition. 

The Clark Terry model trumpet and flugelhorn are among the rarest and most sought-after Olds models. Even though these were among the last instruments made by Olds, they were made in such small numbers that they are hard to find. While there is a widely held belief that quality suffered near the end of the Olds production, the professional level horns such as this one was still made to the highest quality standards.  

 This model only appears in the 1977 Olds Catalog.   The Clark Terry model is a medium-large bore (.460) trumpet with lightweight brass construction. The bell is of Olds "Ultra Sonic" design as engraved on the leadpipe. Ultra Sonic was a one-piece brass construction method used for the bell construction.   

 First slide saddle and third slide finger ring with screw stops.   Comes with a custom Olds case supplied with the professional models in the mid and late 1970's along with original paperwork for this trumpet.   

The original lacquer shows some wear as shown in the photos but there is no red rot or corrosion. The valve compression and action are very good, and all slides operate smoothly. This horn was recently acquired from a collector who has had it on display for the past 20 or so years but has maintained it in good playing condition during that time. It had a precision valve alignment done at the Brass Bow many years ago, and then put it on display.