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My grandson has been given a silver trombone. It is etched with a pattern, and Wm Frank Company Chicago. The Serial Number is 3264. I have had it serviced and it is in playing order but I should like to know whether you can tell me anything about this company or anything about the instrument, its age, etc.
Thank you.
William Frank (b. 1876 Allentown, PA - 1932 Chicago) worked for Holton and in 1910 established his own business in Chicago. Frank also played French horn in the Chicago Symphony from 1904 til his death in 1932. Though the company continued on after his death, your horn probably was made while he was still alive.
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