Elkhart, IN (FB): cute little Buescher Eb helicon

[arpthark]

https://www.facebook.com/share/Lw2BJ4gs ... tid=79PoIi

"L.P. Modle"

[MiBrassFS]

I have one of these and pretty sure I remember that it’s from 1924, too. It has the original neck and articulated bit. The one on fb looks to have the original neck, but a modified single bit. Mine does not have the added plate soldered on the bell. I wonder what that’s about. I’m thinking this one has been painted gold… maybe?

[Yahnay-san]

Cool horn, have a similar one in silver, and am intrigued by the zig zag mouthpiece bit, wondering where such a thing could be found? I use a king bit and have a hard time getting the mouthpiece where I want it.

[arpthark]

Was posting on my phone so couldn't post pics; here are some, for the curious:

[Tubajug]

I've always liked the look of those with their stubby bells. I almost drove to St. Louis to get one, years ago.

[Sousaswag]

Almost reached out to the seller about this. Then realized I still have my 2165 build to pay for. Looks nice-ish, but I wonder about the valves.

[bisontuba]

Same one?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/126672452196?m ... media=COPY