Expert: Kenton Scott - 1/29/2008

Question
In have come across a Buetcher Grand Trombone in a relatives belonging that I have inherited.  It reads Buetcher Grand trombone, Elkhart, Ind. on the bell and the slide pieces are mated and read Ser 203604 LP 38 1/2  
Pat Oct 23 07. It is good condition and still play's nicely.  The gold finish is clean and legible but needs to be cleaned.  I read the comment above, and was thinking of selling this but have not found anyone in Alaska so far that can give me more information that what I have.  Any ideas or approximate values?  Thanks for your efforts and advise.

Answer
It was made in 1926.
I think the patent is for Oct 29 07, which is for a technique to increase bell thickness.
Is it gold plated or raw brass?

As far as selling it, if you provide accurate pictures and description, putting it on eBay is a safe way to do it.  The market will raise to a fair price.