Frank Holton Revelation Trombone - Consignment
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A rare Frank Holton "Revelation" trombone, complete with original limited-release mouthpieces. Serial number is 86xxx, circa late 1920s-early 1930s. With a little love and a good cleaning, this unique horn would be a great addition to any collection.
A rare Frank Holton "Revelation" trombone, complete with original limited-release mouthpieces. Serial number is 86xxx, circa late 1920s-early 1930s. Outer slide shows signs of dings and repairs. Inner slide worn near stocking taper, especially the lower stocking. Overall scratches, dents and general wear as commonly seen on vintage instruments. "L.P." engraved on bell and slide, indicating Lower Pitch.
Comes with two extremely rare mouthpieces:
The "Holton Personal" model, a "Dixie" cup with a unique shape and engraving around the base,
and the "Miller Model", featuring a V-cup and a gorgeous dark lacquer.
With a little love and a good cleaning, this unique horn would be a great addition to any collection.
Features:
- .512" Bore
- 7.5" Engraved Yellow brass bell
- Nickel outer slides with yellow brass crook and grip
- Friction-fit bell/slide attachment
- Adjustable counterweight
- TWO limited-edition Holton mouthpieces: the "Holton Personal" and the "Miller Model"
- Comes with original hardshell case
Bell Engraving Details:
Revelation
Made By
Frank Holton
Elkhorn, Wis.
Counterweight Engraving:
Frank Holton & Co.
Elkhorn, Wis.
Patented Aug.7.1917