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I am considering the purchase of an old Martin Band Instrument Co. (Elkhart, IN) 3-valve baritone for my son. It has a serial number of 14318, was silver plated, came with a mouthpiece labeled J.H. Gham Maker, size G. Can you give me some idea of its age and history? (horn and mouthpiece) Thanks.
Can't help with the mouthpiece, but the horn dates to approximately 1917.
There is some debate on when the company actually began, but it appears that the main configuration of the company started in 1910.
Martin was later sold to the Wurlitzer Company (no earlier than 1964) and then purchased by Leblanc and moved to Kenosha, Wisconsin, in 1971.
They made quality, well respected instruments.
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| Comment | Thank you for your prompt response. I appreciate the infomation and plan to purchase the horn. Although a final price hasn't been set, I was told that the seller wanted $100-$200 for it. Thanks again, Dave | ||
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