AboutMike Pawul Expertise I am familiar with most trumpets, cornets, and flugelhorns. I can answer most questions about playing and musicality. Best of all, if I can't answer it directly I play regularly in five bands and have several "old timers" that are familiar with most things that I am not. I collect, repair, and refinish old horns and have sold over 350 with more than 230 on ebay
Experience I have played since 1965 and studied with many directors and trumpeters. I have been collecting since 2002 and have over 150 horns in my personal collection. I have done repair and refinsh since 2003 and have done over 500 horns.
Organizations Kosair Shrine Brass Band and Dance Band, The Notables, The Mello Tones, Bourbon City Brass Band,
River Cities Concert Band,
University of Louisville Community Band,
Member of Trumpet Players International Network (TPIN),
Bugles Across America (BAA),
Education/Credentials I played at Brunswick High School. I played through college and have a BS in Business Administration from Trinity College.
Awards and Honors Without being vain, numerous awards and have played in several honor bands.
Question I have an old trumpet. It is a Blessing and the serial no is either C00258 or 000258. Could you tell me the age and value. I would appreciate an email answer. And, I thank you for your interest and time.
Ralph
Answer Ralph, If the serial has a C it is post 2000. If it is a 0 then the horn would date to about 1907. Without knowing the model and serial for sure I cannot give you an exact value. It could fall anywhere between $50-500 based on the finish, model, wear, and work needed.
