Elkhart, IN (FB): cute little Buescher Eb helicon
Posted: Wed Aug 28, 2024 4:49 am
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Elkhart, IN (FB): cute little Buescher Eb helicon
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Re: Elkhart, IN (FB): cute little Buescher Eb helicon
Posted: Wed Aug 28, 2024 5:57 am
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?
Re: Elkhart, IN (FB): cute little Buescher Eb helicon
Posted: Wed Aug 28, 2024 5:59 am
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.
Re: Elkhart, IN (FB): cute little Buescher Eb helicon
Posted: Wed Aug 28, 2024 6:27 am
Was posting on my phone so couldn't post pics; here are some, for the curious:
Re: Elkhart, IN (FB): cute little Buescher Eb helicon
Posted: Wed Aug 28, 2024 10:35 am
I've always liked the look of those with their stubby bells. I almost drove to St. Louis to get one, years ago.
Re: Elkhart, IN (FB): cute little Buescher Eb helicon
Posted: Wed Aug 28, 2024 3:01 pm
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.
Re: Elkhart, IN (FB): cute little Buescher Eb helicon
Posted: Fri Sep 13, 2024 10:56 am