Bell engraved with "Resno-Tempered Bell 6 Custom Built by E. Benge 1122 W. Burbank Blvd Burbank Calif." Horn is brass with serial number 7033 . The horn was cleaned, lubed, among other things, in 2004. Only owner was the Vice President and General Manager of Getzen company until 1981 and was also a professional jazz musician. Case and mouthpieces are not included.
Hi Mike,
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Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
Resno-Tempered Bell Trumpet
6 Custom, built by E. Benge at 1122 W. Burbank Blvd Burbank Calif
Serial number 7033
Case and mouthpiece not included.
DIMENSIONS
CONDITION: Cleaned, lubed, valve pads refelted and aligned, in 2004.
PROVENANCE: Inherited; client's father was the vice-president and general manager of the Getzen company
$800-1200*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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