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TimBrown
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Hi all:
Just recieved what I thought would be a stencil cornet on Ebay. I don't think it is. I don't have the horn in my posession, a friend (a pro player) has it to do some work on it...ok, alot!
Anyway, on the bell it says Made by Frank (something) company, Chicago.
This appears to be a very old horn. Because it says MADE BY Frank XXXX, I take it that it's not a stencil.
It's a shepherd's crook, has great compression and nice loose valves!
Thanks,
Tim
DUHHH! Forgot to ask, anyone heard of this company somewhere in brass history??? Thanks! 
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TimBrown
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didn't see holton on it, but then the engraving is pretty well worn. It'd be great if it is! This dude has some major age on it!
(added later) IF it's a holton, it was (according to horntrader's site) made in 1931!
Thanks....and I'll let you know what I find out when I get it back.
Tim
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pastbrass
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Hi Tim,
There was a William Frank company in Chicago and they made some pretty good trumpets and cornets. Most of the ones I've seen have been student grade but I did try a gold plated trumpet that was pro quality, beautifully engraved and played very well. I believe the company lasted into the late 30's.
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TimBrown
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Thanks for the info, Scott. Like I said, I don't have the horn here with me...it's out for repair. HOWEVER, the word "FRANK" was in big letters...and I don't remember seeing "Holton" at all....and I know I read everything I could see. Of course, the engraving was not very deep either. IT's just the large name "FRANK". You'd expect "HOLTON"
I bet you're right! Thanks for the name, I can do an online check and see if I find a picture that matches mine.
Tim
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