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Name:	Joyce Baginski
Email:	jbaginski2@juno.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Cleveland, Oh
Comments:	glad i found your page, alan. i have an old f.a.reynolds medalist trumpet, marked made in Abilene, tx. since there is no longer an fa reynolds, esp in abilene, i have wondered about the horn and mfg and esp. where i could find a replacement valve and cover. interesting to find out that reynolds was local. also interesting to find he was actually well regarded in the industry for his designs. think those olds models have the same valves and bottom covers? thanx.
My horns	f.a.reynolds medalist bflat
Date	Saturday, May 31, 2003 at 15:38:10

Name:	GUst Tsilis
Email:	gusttsilis@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	I live in LA
Comments:	I lived in NYC for 15 years. After a tour with the Arthur Blythe quartet, I was performing on the 5 octave Marimba. I went to Cheyenne on my way back west and found this OLDS trumpet in a pawn shop serial number 255576. What year is it from? Gust
Date	Friday, May 30, 2003 at 14:50:40

Name:	Garnett Lee Henley
Email:	ghenley@howard.edu
HomePage:	http://www.henleydiagnostics.com
Where are you from:	Riverdale, MD
Comments:	Excellent Web.
My horns	Ambassador Cornet (471xxx)
Date	Wednesday, May 28, 2003 at 21:19:38

Name:	John
Email:	Jvanzandt@aol.com
HomePage:	http://members.aol.com/fly1jet
Where are you from:	Indiana
Comments:	Great site! Thanks for sharing with so many others!! Been learning/practicing on trumpet and cornet - while playing tenor sax in a community band.
My horns	Olds Special Cornet 233xxx, and Olds Ambassador Cornet 433xxx, and a likely Martin Stencil trumpet, circa 1930s, silver with gold wash bell that appears little used.
Date	Monday, May 19, 2003 at 19:47:34

Name:	Dr. Michael E. Schmidt
Email:	trumpetofthelord.com
HomePage:	http://www.trumpetofthelord.com
Where are you from:	Athens, TN
Comments:	Great site Alan. He Alan, I got your high note baby. Mikey Schmidt trumpetofthelord@yahoo.com
My horns	Trumpet Benge 3xp, Kanstul CC kms103; Picc:UMI Benge 4P-SP;flugelhorn :Yamaha 631 in rose brass;Mellophone :yamaha; Baritone: DEG 470
Date	Sunday, May 18, 2003 at 11:41:50

Name:	Dr. Michael E. Schmidt
Email:	trumpetofthelord.com
HomePage:	http://www.trumpetofthelord.com
Where are you from:	Athens, TN
Comments:	Great site Alan. He Alan, I got your high note baby. Mikey Schmidt trumpetofthelord@yahoo.com
My horns	Trumpet Benge 3xp, Kanstul CC kms103; Picc:UMI Benge 4P-SP;flugelhorn :Yamaha 631 in rose brass;Mellophone :yamaha; Baritone: DEG 470
Date	Sunday, May 18, 2003 at 11:40:28

Name:	andreas schmid
Email:	schmidesign@web.de
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	stuttgart, germany
Comments:	thanks for the informations on your site. kind regards, andreas
My horns	trumpets: selmer 75 radial, conn 52 b. fluegelhorn: getzen eterna
Date	Saturday, May 17, 2003 at 17:33:07

Name:	Stefan Janzen
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Germany
Comments:	thx for this perfect site :)s
My horns	Olds Ambassador #190571, rescued from a Berlin cellar. Playing: Selmer, Yamaha.
Date	Friday, May 16, 2003 at 16:55:45

Name:	Hubert Wilkins
Email:	hjwilkins@earthlink.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Sierra Vista, AZ
Comments:	Great site! Olds horns are enjoying a resugence in popularity, which I am glad to see.
My horns	Olds coach horn C/Bb Ultra IV Trumpet (by Kanstul) Olds Custom Crafted D/Eb Olds Mendez Trumpet (1959) Bach 37 Strad Cornet Holton Eb Alto Trumpet
Date	Saturday, May 10, 2003 at 01:06:27

Name:	Julain Harris
Email:	julianharris@taupointermediate.co.nz
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	NewZealand
Comments:	I'm on the hunt for some valve guides (plastic) for my 1977 olds super.
My horns	Olds super Bflat trumpet & Besson flugel
Date	Thursday, May 8, 2003 at 16:52:12

Name:	Russ Wolanin
Email:	wolaninfamily@centurytel.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Lorain, Ohio
Comments:	Great place to look around!! I really like all the history surounding these horns.
My horns	Bach Stad. Model 72L Bb trumpet (great horn)and a Kanstul Model CCT 920 Piccolo trumpet.
Date	Thursday, May 8, 2003 at 12:46:04

Name:	Charles Jacobus
Email:	battlewagon62@computermail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Florida
Comments:	Great site.Just found it today.Am I able to find info about rare airchecks made by the Roy Eldridge band in 1939. Sure hope so With respect,Charlie
My horns	Do not own,just an avid listener
Date	Friday, May 2, 2003 at 11:19:35

Name:	Mollie Gale
Email:	Blingblng910@netscape.net
Where are you from:	Sharpsburg Maryland
Comments:	great site!
My horns	2 trumpets, 1 cornet
Date	Tuesday, April 29, 2003 at 20:07:21

Name:	Dale Proctor
Email:	otbrassdp@cs.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Huntsville, Alabama
Comments:	Great site! Lots of info. As you can see, I own a few Olds horns.
My horns	Olds Am Cornet, Olds Am Trumpet, Olds Am Eb Trumpet, Olds Flugel, Mt. Vernon Bach Trumpet (FOR SALE), Bach Strad Trumpet, Bach Strad C Trumpet, J.W. Pepper Cornet, Henry Lehnert Cornet, Conn ? Trumpet
Date	Thursday, April 24, 2003 at 21:43:35

Name:	Sheridan
Email:	somebodys_angel_89@yahoo.com
Where are you from:	Texas
Comments:	I enjoyed your trumpet site!!!
My horns	I own one that I play in the band at school. It is a King Hron. It is in pretty good condition. I love it, but I would really love a silver one!lol I love being in band.
Date	Thursday, April 24, 2003 at 12:16:25

Name:	Alan Roberts
Email:	alan@roberts116.fresserve.co.uk
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Derby, England
Comments:	This is my first Olds trumpet which I purchased several days ago, would appreciate any information on how it performs as an instrument, it's value, and how easy it would be to resell or trade on?
My horns	Olds Recording Trumpet Red brass bell Serial No.139072 Excellent condition (according to your website it was made in about 1954) Also Owner of 1950's Selmer Invicta Serial No. 11319
Date	Tuesday, April 22, 2003 at 16:20:36

Name:	Alan Roberts
Email:	alan@roberts116.fresserve.co.uk
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Derby, England
Comments:	This is my first Olds trumpet which I purchased several days ago, would appreciate any information on how it performs as an instrument, it's value, and how easy it would be to resell or trade on?
My horns	Olds Recording Trumpet Red brass bell Serial No.139072 Excellent condition (according to your wesite it was made in about 1954) Also Owner of 1950's Selmer Invicta Serial No. 11319
Date	Tuesday, April 22, 2003 at 16:19:25

Name:	erson padapiran
Email:	ersonpadapiran@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	indonesia
Comments:	My trumpet valve(selmer balanced action 1965) need to repair where can I repair it? This trumpet is family trumpet, my grandfather and after that my uncle use it. now I play connstellation 38b(1972)
My horns	Selmer balanced action(1965),Connstellation 38b(1972) and yamaha 4335(1998)
Date	Friday, April 11, 2003 at 12:24:46

Name:	Pittet Denis
Email:	Denis.pittet@bluewin.ch
HomePage:	http://www.tonisbigband.ch
Where are you from:	Switzerland
Comments:	Votre site est magnifique Bravo
My horns	Je joue avec une Olds Clark Terry. Je l'ai trouv� dans un march� aux puces pour un prix tr�s bas. Je l'ai fait restaur�e et elle est maintenant magnifique.
Date	Friday, April 11, 2003 at 02:10:14

Name:	Pittet Denis
Email:	Denis.pittet@bluewin.ch
HomePage:	http://www.tonisbigband.ch
Where are you from:	Switzerland
Comments:	Votre site est magnifique
My horns	Je joue avec une trompette Olds Clark Terry que j'ai trouv� au march� aux puces, pour 100 francs suisse et maintenant, elle est restaur�e et c'est un instrument formidable.
Date	Friday, April 11, 2003 at 02:05:57

Name:	William Deibert
Email:	woodop@yahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Denver
Comments:	Olds Central is a wonderful page. Imagine collecting Olds trumpets/cornets for years and then stumbling across this page! My favorite is my 1953 Studio model trumpet. A gift from my father who played it professionally for many years. It remains the most mellow toned and fastest valved horn I've ever experienced!
My horns	The Olds #14XX (hand hammered bell), Super Recording #25XXX, Mendez #228XXX, Recording (cornet) #334XXX, Recording #456XXX, Recording #122XXX, Super (cornet) #332XXX, Super #119XXX, Studio (cornet) #51XXX, Studio #101XXX, Studio #385XXX, Special (cornet) #417XXX, Special #435XXX, Martin Committee #172XXX, Conn Constellation (long cornet) #508XXX, Getzen (cornet) #EC65XX, King Super 20 #671XXX. I play them all.
Date	Monday, April 7, 2003 at 22:26:43

Name:	Mitchell Nash
Email:	mitchell_nash@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Fairbanks, Alaska
Comments:	Thanks for a very informative site.
My horns	Elkhart Triumph Bb Euphonium sn 949 (1914?) Olds Ambassador Bb/F Trombone sn332xxx (1959?)
Date	Thursday, April 3, 2003 at 20:45:18

Name:	Steve Eason
Email:	j.eason@verizon.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Forest Grove, Oregon
Comments:	I've had my olds for 10 years now, and was curious if it really was 100 years old, like the person I bought it from said. I've narrowed it down from the information on your site that puts it roughly 1956-1958. Mine is a Olds Ambassador, Fullerton, Ca, # 230257. It is in excellent working order, but the finish is in need of repair, and has 3 major dents. One being on the upper side of the pipe directly across from the mouth piece. I would love to get it refinished and have the dings taken out one day. It's nice to find this site and have the opportunity to share my instrument with you all. I had a Reynolds at one point, but it was stolen from the church I played at. =( I have no idea any information off that one.
My horns	1956-1958 Olds Ambassador Cornet #230257
Date	Monday, March 24, 2003 at 11:45:21

Name:	Don
Email:	donspurlin@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Illinois
Comments:	I have a trumpet that has been passed down through family, having been played by my Great Grandfather, Great Uncle, my Uncle, my Mother, and alas myself in junior high. Having recently reacquired it from my mother, I was doing research to find out how old it was and an approximate value. Your website was extremely helpful in my research efforts. I printed out some of the information to keep with the instrument. Now it is time to reacquaint myself with sheet music!!!
My horns	1953-4 Super Trumpet sn.124xxx
Date	Sunday, March 23, 2003 at 23:26:39

Name:	Michael Ackerman
Email:	Ackman13@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Lawrenceville, GA
Comments:	Alan I picked up 1962 vintage Olds Recording when I was in San Diego in February from Steve Dillard at Horntrader.com. It is an absolutely incredible playing and sounding Trumpet. I have recorded a friend and me playing several different horns - including a Schilke B1 and Several Benges. The Recording sounded the best. It had a warm full sound that was picked up easily by the microphone. What a horn? Everyone that has heard or played loves the sound. I never thought that I would ever have had an Olds as my main horn. I am glad I found it.
My horns	As of March 2003 Olds Recording - 1962 Vintage Burbank Benge 3X MLP - 1966 Vintage King Master Cornet - 1928 Vintage
Date	Saturday, March 22, 2003 at 12:05:48

Name:	big timber
Email:	saxxee@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	montana
Comments:	I desperately need a transcription of sachmos wild man blues trumpet solo and a midi file of the piece could you please email this to me asap thanx
My horns	1927 saxello 1965 yamaha yt61 1927 buffet sop clarinet
Date	Wednesday, March 19, 2003 at 19:10:07

Name:	Alan Bernard
Email:	alan@bernard01.freeserve.co.uk
HomePage:	http://
Comments:	A really great web site which is fitting for such great instruments
My horns	Trombones Olds Super 1960 Olds Opera Bb/F Bach 16M Stradivarius
Date	Tuesday, March 18, 2003 at 17:32:09

Name:	Bob Moss
Email:	remoss777@netscape.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Spokane, WA
Comments:	Very nice web site, congrats.
My horns	looking up an Olds Opera trumpet that I just found. Nice horn!
Date	Tuesday, March 18, 2003 at 17:13:03

Name:	Bonnie Westfahl
Email:	b_westfahl@yahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Hutchinson, Kansas
Comments:	I found this site to be very helpful.
My horns	Olds piccolo, Armstrong piccolo, Armstrong oboe, Bundy flute, Selmer flute, Bundy alto sax, Bundy clarinet
Date	Sunday, March 16, 2003 at 11:30:50

Name:	Dave Derr
Email:	dderr@raex.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Akron, Ohio
Comments:	Very Helpful Website!!
My horns	1954 Olds Mendez Trumpet 1947 Olds Special Cornet 1974 Benge C Trumpet
Date	Monday, March 10, 2003 at 14:17:42

Name:	Raimo Rytsy
Email:	rrytsy@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	FINLAND
Comments:	your sites are GREAT !
My horns	Selmer (old) -50 something Yamaha Mike Vax model Yamaha cornet 6335 Couesnon Monopole Flugelhorn Conn tr 1926-27 with A-valve in tuning slide
Date	Monday, March 10, 2003 at 05:27:46

Name:	Richard M. Stohl
Email:	rmstohl@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Freehold, New Jersey
Comments:	Love your website.
My horns	1957 F.E. Olds Special
Date	Wednesday, March 5, 2003 at 20:53:11

Name:	Jake Seegert
Email:	jseegerts@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Petersburg, MI
Comments:	I am 15 years old,learned to play in our school band, but have also learned to play bugle calls for my boy scout troop.
My horns	I have a very old(serial #28258)bundy/selmer coronet, and a newer Conn student model. I am looking forward to a new trumpet, a bach stradivarius, hopefully very soon. I would love to know more about my coronet, it has incredible tone, sound, and would like to know how to restore it, it has darkened over the years.
Date	Sunday, March 2, 2003 at 22:18:33

Name:	Oystein Isene
Email:	oeyise@online.no
HomePage:	http://royalgarden.no
Where are you from:	Norway
Comments:	I've signed your guest book earlier. (March 2000) Now I'm retired and have changed Email.
My horns	Trumpets: Olds Super Star 1973(my best and in my opinion one of the best Olds ever made). King Silversonic 1969, King Silversonic Symphony 1973, Conn Connstellation 1954, Conn 10B 1934,Conn Vocabell 1936, Buescher 1924, Jupiter pocket. Cornets: Olds Ambassador 1969, Conn 8A 1935, Conn 80A 1941, King Master 1958, King Silversonic 1959 (best cornet I've ever played), Reynolds HiFi 1961 (Close to the Silversonic). Flugel: Holton (French LeBlanc-made). If I get good prises, I will consider selling all but the Super Star trumpet,the Silversonic cornet and the Ambassador (my practice-horn in Greece)
Date	Sunday, March 2, 2003 at 09:35:31

Name:	scott
Email:	scott2wwgn
HomePage:	http://scottvk
Where are you from:	dandenog
Comments:	music is boring
My horns	the bum horn
Date	Friday, February 28, 2003 at 23:58:44

Name:	Kenny Jay
Email:	conn60h@visi.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Minneapolis, MN
Comments:	Great site. Thanks for all the information.
My horns	2 Olds Super Trombones 1947 #18854 1955 #54571
Date	Monday, February 24, 2003 at 17:44:31

Name:	tom nicholson
Email:	sanson@a1access.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Kalamazoo Michigan.
Comments:	Nice web page,lot of information. always nice to look,talk,and read about trumpets. glad I found it.
My horns	My Horns.. have 53 of them..and played them all. just a collector.. now playing Olds Tempo.& HN White,Cleaveland. like the free blowing of these horns. but when I get serious its the Benges LA,Burbank or Chicago, maybe the New York Bach.or Olds Mandez... wel hjave to invest in something the stock market took a poop... Happy Hi Notes tom.
Date	Wednesday, February 19, 2003 at 15:47:57

Name:	Charlie Signorino
Email:	cmsignorino@alltel.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Meadville,Pa.
Comments:	Purchased a Selmer K-Modified cornet.ser.# 2890. Been unable to find year of manufacture.
Date	Sunday, February 16, 2003 at 20:59:13

Name:	guyman
Email:	guy@mugu.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	wakamania
Comments:	lef am for me
Date	Friday, February 14, 2003 at 12:11:37

Name:	Kathy Vaughn
Email:	kdvaughn@yahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Forney, TX (just East of Dallas)
Comments:	Very informative site. Glad I stumbled across it.
My horns	Ambassador by F. E. Olds & Son Baritone probably made in 1950.
Date	Friday, February 14, 2003 at 11:46:52

Name:	Heather Noggle
Email:	angelweave@accessus.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	St. Louis
Comments:	Help! I got out my Bach Strad (purchased in 1988) today - been in the gig bag for over a year, and it's pretty badly tarnished. Hints on clean-up? I've seen your site and others mention 3M's product. I was hoping for a bit more information.
My horns	Bach Strad Model 37
Date	Sunday, February 9, 2003 at 19:21:47

Name:	F.J. Kopec
Email:	KopecFJ@msn.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Enfield, CT 06082
Comments:	I own a Clark Terry Model, SN 995933. I can not remember when I bought this horn. Do you have any knowledge as to when and where this horn was mmfg? Thank you. Frank
My horns	Clark Terry Model, SN 995933
Date	Friday, February 7, 2003 at 19:44:26

Name:	Steve Dixon
Email:	steve.dixon@supanet.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	North Wales, United Kingdom
Comments:	What a "super" website, learnt a lot about my "Super Trumpet Ser.# 4514" and the ranges.I bought this when aged 16 in 1977 now i am 41 and wouldn't part with it for all the tea in china!! Is this instrument really 70 years old? the lacquer is "spotty" but has always been a deep "pink" colour A friend of mine had an Olds Trumpet with Plastic valve casings - which model would that be??
My horns	Olds Super Trumpet serial number 4514,
Date	Friday, January 31, 2003 at 20:17:05

Name:	John R Ball
Email:	jrball@alumni.pitt.edu
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	McLean, VA
Comments:	I enjoyed your site. Thanks for all of the information you gave me.
My horns	Olds Mendez #86402 I bought in 1952.
Date	Thursday, January 30, 2003 at 20:29:02

Name:	Bryant Noble
Email:	noble_impala@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Pampa Texas
Comments:	I like you site and i had a question, i have a Olds Ambassador with the serial number 771933 and was wondering what year it was made. It was my dads and its mine now so i was wondering if you could help me? If you would please send me and e-mail as soon as possible i would thank you. And again i love your site and will be back soon thanks again.
My horns	i have one Olds Ambassador
Date	Thursday, January 30, 2003 at 15:28:41

Name:	Bryant Noble
Email:	noble_impala
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Pampa Texas
Comments:	I like you site and i had a question, i have a Olds Ambassador with the serial number 771933 and was wondering what year it was made. It was my dads and its mine now so i was wondering if you could help me? If you would please send me and e-mail as soon as possible i would thank you. And again i love your site and will be back soon thanks again.
My horns	i have one Olds Ambassador
Date	Thursday, January 30, 2003 at 15:28:03

Name:	George Polizzi
Email:	mmbrothers@comcast.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Blackwood - - (south) NJ.
Comments:	Alan You've been a great deal of help to me. I value and respect your knowledge. Thanks
My horns	Trumpets: Reynolds-Argenta , Blessing-Artist, ROTH by Roth-Reynolds, Besson 2-20, Olds Special, Selmer Deville, Selmer Modified K 24Bx, Bach stad 37, Cornets: Olds Studio, Reynolds Emperor, Yamaha YCR-233,
Date	Wednesday, January 29, 2003 at 12:27:11

Name:	James Glasgow
Email:	fanfarejg@webtv.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Seattle, Washington USA
Comments:	Nice site--I was referred by Paul Ayick Vintage Brass. I found a very old Olds trombone at 2nd hand shop and wanted serial # info. Will let you know what I find if I decide to buy it.
My horns	My "main arsenal": Bach 42B trombone, Willson compensating euphonium, King 3B Silver Sonic (used to have valve attachment also, but sold it). Have numerous other instruments, mostly vintage, incl. King Silver Sonic cornet (my father used to have a matching pair of tpt. and cornet, but tpt. was stolen), York "long model" cornet, serial # 47672 (ca. 1911-1914), Antoine Courtois & Mille A/B flat/C cornet (no serial #, probably pre-1900) with orig. case, mute, mouthpieces (one has mother- of-pearl rim), cleaning rod, etc., a D. Rancilio (Milan) rotary valve trombone with mother-of-pearl inlay on valve caps and buttons (pre-1900? No serial #), and several other interesting "toys".
Date	Wednesday, January 29, 2003 at 04:17:52

Name:	Rex Fullerton
Email:	rfnf@mybluelight.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Woodinville, Washington
Comments:	Enjoyed reading the info on Olds. Found this site while trying to research a trumpet purchase for my youngest son.
My horns	Olds Studio purchased new in 1967 or 68 Bach Stradivarius model 37 purchased in 1974
Date	Tuesday, January 28, 2003 at 04:10:43

Name:	Tom Cox
Email:	thomas.cox24@verizon.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Dallas, TX
Comments:	I've had my OLDS RECORDING since buying it new in 1968 and still love it today. Really enjoyed your site and the information ...
Date	Thursday, January 23, 2003 at 17:41:08

Name:	Helen Halligan
Email:	hhalligan@frontiernet.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Rochester, NY
Comments:	I inherited this horn and love playing it. Many tell me it's a really great instrument
My horns	French Selmer serial no. 16942
Date	Wednesday, January 22, 2003 at 19:25:51

Name:	Luis Irizarry
Email:	trumpetman8@hotmail.com
Where are you from:	Puerto Rico
Comments:	I started playing F. Horn in 7th grade, when I was in 9nth i started to learn trumpet. My first trumpet was a student trumpet "Olds", then my parents brought a trumpet for my brother and, it was a SUPER OLDS "MADE BY F.E. OLDS AND SON. FULLERTON, CALIFORNIA U.S.A." S.N.#628691. We still use it "I use it more, to play on gigs or when I'm playing in the marching band" and I really love the great sound of this horn... excelent proyection...
My horns	1. SUPER OLDS "MADE BY F.E. OLDS AND SON. FULLERTON, CALIFORNIA U.S.A." S.N.#628691 2. Vincent Bach Stradivarius model 72 lightweight 3. Vincent Bach Stradivarius model 43 4. Golden Rod "Grinnll Bros" Detroit (this is an old horn, I know nothing about it. If anyone knows something about this trumpet please E-mail me.) :-)
Date	Tuesday, January 7, 2003 at 03:19:50

Name:	Stuart Tucker
Email:	avartpro@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Boynton Beach, Florida
Comments:	I had the opportunity to visit the F.E. Olds factory around 1958 when I was 12 years old. It was a very enlightening experience to see the trumpets made right in front of me. I played for about twenty years which included playing in the 1962 Tournament of Roses Parade as well as local symphony and opera groups in New York. I met Rafael Mendez after one of his concerts in Long Beach, California around 1961.
My horns	Olds Recording (vintage 1959).
Date	Monday, January 6, 2003 at 18:01:05

Name:	Stuart Tucker
Email:	avartpro@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Boynton Beach, Florida
Comments:	I had the opportunity to visit the F.E. Olds factory around 1958 when I was 12 years old. It was a very enlightening experience to see the trumpets made right in front of me. I played for about twenty years which included playing in the 1962 Tournament of Roses Parade as well as local symphony and opera groups in New York.
My horns	Olds Recording (vintage 1959).
Date	Monday, January 6, 2003 at 17:57:20

Name:	Agie
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	British Columbia
Comments:	Great Site, Loved reading all about my horn... Thanks
My horns	Abassador 93xxx serial number
Date	Saturday, January 4, 2003 at 12:38:57

Name:	Jeff Milliken
Email:	jmilliken5@attbi.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Sacramento, CA
Comments:	Thanks for the nice site, Band in a Box downloads, and all the trumpet info !
My horns	Yamaha Xeno 8345 Trumpet Olds 1953 Ambassador Trumpet Conn 1940(?)Vocabell Trumpet (though seller claims 1933) Conn 1947 Vocabell Cornet Yamaha 2310 Flugelhorn Courtois 155G Flugelhorn
Date	Thursday, January 2, 2003 at 22:00:31

Name:	G.W. (Bill) Sedgwick
Email:	gwsedgwick@earthlink.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	San Diego
Comments:	Great to know that there's others who enjoy the old Olds horns.
My horns	Opra Trumpet (S/N #307500) was made by F.E.Olds & Sons of Fullerton, Cal. and was bought new for me by my parents in 1960. Like many brass players of my generation, I was a Raphael Mendez fan and wanted a horn like his.
Date	Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 16:18:34

Name:	Vic Nutt
Email:	vic.nutt@medicaid.state.ar.us
Where are you from:	Arkansas
Comments:	Thanks for a great site from a former Olds player [now current, as of today-got an Ambassador cornet]. I found your site through TPIN.
My horns	Cornet-60's Ambassador Trumpet-Bach Mercedes , built 1972
Date	Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 15:41:22

Name:	Bob Yates
Email:	ryates@seanet.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Seattle Wa.
Comments:	I have an M-10 Mendez that I purchased new in 1965 serial # 330869. I only used it a couple years and it is in like new condition w/ original case. Can you help me with a current value if I am to sell it? Thanks
My horns	Olds Mendez
Date	Friday, December 27, 2002 at 05:52:41

Name:	Richard Thompson
Email:	rich_t@direcway.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Raisd in Wabash, Indiana now in Colorado
Comments:	Started playing cornet in the 6th grade and later bought a 1957 Olds Super Cornet for High School Band. Played 1st chair in junior and senior year. Great horn!! and Great memories. I still have my Olds Super.
My horns	1957 Olds Super Cornet I recently was given a cornet which I found in an old barn. I can't seem to find any info on it. It was made in Paris by Coueson, labeled Alcazar. I need bottom caps, valve springs,and finger tips for this horn. Any one know where I can find parts?
Date	Sunday, December 22, 2002 at 23:43:09

Name:	Harry Marks
Email:	harryellenmarks@earthlink.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Raised in Arizona, now in Santa Rosa California
Comments:	My first horn was an Olds Ambassador my parents bought in 1956
My horns	Now play a Yamaha 6345HSII Bb, Yamaha 6445HGSII C, a Conn Constellation (circa 1967) Cornet, and a Kanstul KST1520 Flugelhorn. Also have a Yamaha herald trumpet that was made for the 2002 Winter Olympics. I love to play in orchestra and symphonic bands.
Date	Wednesday, December 18, 2002 at 17:05:23

Name:	Alan Baldwin
Email:	alanbaldwin@sbcglobal.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Vacaville CA
Comments:	Terrific site...fun and interesting to read. I own a 1971 #340667 Olds Mendez Trumpet (brass) for which my dad paid 265.00 in 1971 from Musicians' Supply Shop, West Pico Blvd, W LA CA in 1971. I was a junior at Santa Monica High School and was often invited to play trumpet with Carmen Dragon's orchestra. I still own this wonderful trumpet! But alas, my lip has given way to my age.
Date	Monday, December 16, 2002 at 10:58:33

Name:	Ralph Caccese
Email:	rcaccesejr@yahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Delaware
Comments:	Great site! I'm an Olds fan and this site has helped me sort out many unanswered questions.
My horns	Getzen cornet 3850, my main horn Olds Ambassador trumpet and cornet Olds Recording trumpet Olds studio cornet Soon to be, Olds Opera and Mendez cornet Yamaha 6330S cornet
Date	Saturday, December 14, 2002 at 00:01:21

Name:	Skip Freely
Email:	k6hms@arrl.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Newport Beach, CA
Comments:	Great site! Brings back memories, and provides good information! Wish there was more trombone material! 45 years away from tbone, 1956-1991! Back in Bones West!
My horns	1)My original Olds Recording Tenor Trombone; s/n 42612; Los Angeles; Purchased new in February 1950. 2)Olds F/Eb Bass Trombone, independent; s/s A48625; purchased used in 2001; new in March 1979; one of the last. 3)Christian Reisser 3-rotary valve Tenor Trombone; new 1871! 4)King-Cleveland 3-piston euphonium, straight bell; s/n 600625, new 1975.
Date	Friday, December 13, 2002 at 13:48:19

Name:	Bill Vincent
Email:	tptman@goeaston.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Easton, Maryland (on Chesapeake Bay)
Comments:	An excellent site! My first horn was an Olds Ambassador (c.1950)
My horns	Bb: Bach Strad; French Besson Brevette (c.1948 fully restored), Olds Ambassador Trumpet (1964); Bundy (Bach prototype c. 1960) cornet. C: Schilke D/Eb: Bach Strad
Date	Tuesday, December 10, 2002 at 15:39:52

Name:	George P. Cippon
Email:	pcippon@msn.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Arizona in 1989 from Phila. PA
Comments:	appreciate your efforts for history. I collect old trumpets and cornets. Am often asked to date old instruments.
My horns	Have Super Olds LA #22102 with inspection record signed M. Manell (no Date)This instrument was used very little, and was owned by old friend. Many brown spots which I think are acid burns. The case looks like it just came from the factory. Only flaw, other than the brown spots, is a nick in a valve casing. (looks like a tool was used to remove bottom cap)
Date	Tuesday, December 10, 2002 at 00:05:41

Name:	George P. Cippon
Email:	pcippon@msn.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Arizona in 1989 from Phila. PA
Comments:	appreciate your efforts for history. I collect old trumpets and cornets. Am often asked to date old instruments.
My horns	Have Super Olds LA #22102 with inspection record signed M. Manell (no Date)This instrument was used very little, and was owned by old friend. Many brown spots which I think are acid burns. The case looks like it just came from the factory. Only flaw, other than the brown spots, is a nick in a valve casing. (looks like a tool was used to remove bottom cap)
Date	Tuesday, December 10, 2002 at 00:05:09

Name:	George P. Cippon
Email:	pcippon@msn.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Arizona in 1989 from Phila. PA
Comments:	appreciate your efforts for history. I collect old trumpets and cornets. Am often asked to date old instruments.
My horns	Have Super Olds LA #22102 with inspection record signed M. Manell (no Date)This instrument was used very little, and was owned by old friend. Many brown spots which I think are acid burns. The case looks like it just came from the factory. Only flaw, other than the brown spots, is a nick in a valve casing. (looks like a tool was used to remove bottom cap)
Date	Tuesday, December 10, 2002 at 00:05:08

Name:	George P. Cippon
Email:	pcippon@msn.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Arizona in 1989 from Phila. PA
Comments:	appreciate your efforts for history. I collect old trumpets and cornets. Am often asked to date old instruments.
My horns	Have Suoer Olds LA #22102 with inspection record signed M. Manell (no Date)This instrument was used very little, and was owned by old friend. Many brown spots which I think are acid burns. The case looks like it just came from the factory. Only flaw, other than the brown spots, is a nick in a valve casing. (looks like a tool was used to remove bottom cap)
Date	Tuesday, December 10, 2002 at 00:03:38

Name:	pasquale v gallo
Email:	patgallo@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	live in s fla
Comments:	nice to hear of revived players ive been playing for24 yrs never put the horn down for to long an enjoy playing evey chance i get thanks for the inspiration
My horns	getzen cornet yamaha 731 flugelhorn getzen 20m trumpet stomvie 4 valve piccolo trumpet and a couple of pocket units just for travel
Date	Wednesday, December 4, 2002 at 12:14:19

Name:	Ron Bennett
Email:	rmbsrb@ktc.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Comfort, TX
Comments:	Lost an Olds Recording cornet in the Navy in 1960 (Navy musician), unfortunately, I don't have the s/n, but was purchased around school yr. 1957-58. Friend recently sent me another Olds Recording cornet s/n 583786 in great shape, no dings, finish worn and spotted in places, but what a beaut! Good website for research in all things Olds.
My horns	bagpipes, fifes, 2 banjos, 1 guitar, no time! Thanks, RB
Date	Wednesday, December 4, 2002 at 00:05:22

Name:	Gary Black
Email:	gary225@earthlink.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	USA
Comments:	This site is very informative and nostalgic!
My horns	Olds Recording Trumpet
Date	Sunday, December 1, 2002 at 21:22:37

Name:	Holly Raynor
Email:	gohollsgo@yahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Seattle, Washington
Comments:	i love your site! i totally fell in love with some of your trumpets! they are gorgeous. i am a lead trumpet player in my region's #1 band. i love jazz, do u have n e one u would recommend for me to listen to? thanks a lot
My horns	bach strativarious model 37, from the 70s mount vernon model
Date	Sunday, December 1, 2002 at 02:24:07

Name:	Kathy LoGuercio
Email:	47blndie@charter.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Hesperia California
Comments:	I'm looking for a used "nice condition" baritone for my 15 year old son.
My horns	Baritone, valve trombone.
Date	Sunday, November 24, 2002 at 23:42:32

Name:	D. Larry Miller, MD
Email:	trptdoc1@AOL.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Ca
Comments:	Great site. I have my high school selmer paris #19263. Must be from the 1950's? I currently play 2 Selmer/Bach CG trumpets and a 1935 English Besson Coronet. Glad you are into CG. Istudied with him for almost 20yrs, and believe his method is the most helpful overall. Most other methods seem to have some of his(Clarkes) ideas in them. "Brass Playing" book is the best didactic look at the realities I've seen. Keep up the good work, Larry Miller
Date	Saturday, November 23, 2002 at 22:46:16

Name:	Chuck Black
HomePage:	http://
Comments:
Date	Saturday, November 23, 2002 at 18:53:13

Name:	Tee Hadley
HomePage:	http://
Comments:	My son has inherited a bugle, and I would like someone to install valves on it so he can play with the Coronets in the school band. Do you know someone who can do this?
Date	Saturday, November 23, 2002 at 18:50:56

Name:	nancy
Email:	stlnancy@yahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Missouri
Comments:	my son has gotten an old bugle and as no idea how to play it. i am looking for any info for it.
Date	Friday, November 22, 2002 at 17:10:53

Name:	Bob Roerig
Email:	robert.roerig@harrisgroup.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Denver
Comments:	My wife needs help identifing some old horns
My horns	Sherwood Master, made in the USA, Serial #46186.-Trumpet Gretsch American, Bugel Horn, no date, no serial #. T. Henu Marchand Paris, Sole U.S. Agent H.E. McMilli, Cleveland, OH-Trombone, no date, no Serial # All old, dented.
Date	Friday, November 22, 2002 at 08:15:49

Name:	Noel Nash
Email:	leecreek@earthlink.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Lewisville, ARK
Comments:	My son is currently playing my 1957 Olds Super trumpet in his high school band. We are about to retire it and I wondered if it is worth saving at all?
Date	Thursday, November 21, 2002 at 19:54:02

Name:	Ben Witzig
Email:	bwitzig@comcast.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Montclair, NJ now- Peoria, IL originally
Comments:	On the trail of a Olds Tr. I learned on an Ambassador Cornet in the 50's. A Super is under an Opera and Mendez?
My horns	Bach Strad 1962 Mt. Vernon, large bore. King Libery Yamaha 2335 new. For sale. $420. List $769.
Date	Monday, November 18, 2002 at 19:02:43

Name:	DE BOY
Email:	boy@guy.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	WAKAMANIA
Comments:	HERE NA NO GO AREA OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
My horns	YOU HEAR
Date	Monday, November 18, 2002 at 04:11:35

Name:	David Soucie
Email:	dudeofhhs
Where are you from:	San Mateo CA
Comments:	great site learened alot about where my horn came from
My horns	1956 olds super, 1924 conn unknown model possibly 20b(?), Bach TR-300H
Date	Sunday, November 17, 2002 at 03:10:43

Name:	David Holloway
Email:	dvdhlwy@win.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Louisville, KY
Comments:	Alan, You have been a great help to me. Thank you very, very much. I love the 1947 Super. I am a big band singer-trumpeter-writer (a lot of Sinatra, Dean Martin, Connick). Thank you again. David
My horns	1947 Olds Super trumpet-Los Angeles; 2002 Blessing trumpet Light-ML; 2002 Jupiter Black lacquer fluegelhorn; 193? American Standard cornet-silver
Date	Saturday, November 16, 2002 at 10:06:27

Name:	David Holloway
Email:	dvdhlwy@win.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Louisville, KY
Comments:	Alan, You have been a great help to me. Thank you very, very much. I love the 1947 Super. I am a big band singer-trumpeter-writer (a lot of Sinatra, Dean Martin, Connick). Thank you again. David
My horns	1947 Olds Super trumpet-Los Angeles 2002 Blessing trumpet Light-ML 2002 Jupiter Black lacquer fluegelhon 193? American Standard cornet
Date	Saturday, November 16, 2002 at 10:05:32

Name:	Tod Adams
Email:	tod@apeis.com
Where are you from:	Norfolk NE 68701
Comments:	1st visit, interesting site! Given site address by a friend.
My horns	Olds Mendez trumpet S#160316 w/#2 mp King Silvertone Coronet #217134
Date	Thursday, November 14, 2002 at 21:44:19

Name:	Bill Sponseller
Email:	bsponseller@copper.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Alameda California
Comments:	Great website.. I'm 55 years old and still blowing my original Olds. Tried everything from Benge to Bach and keep getting the Olds back out of the closet.
My horns	Olds Special Ser# 387860 Trumpet was refurbished at the factory in 1970's with custom jazz triggers. Sure would like to get the valves redone. They are really worn out, but it keeps going. Anything you can tell me about my horn?
Date	Wednesday, November 13, 2002 at 13:52:14

Name:	Rich Willey
Email:	boptism@bellsouth.net
HomePage:	http://www.boptism.com
Where are you from:	Candler, NC
Comments:	Thanks, Alan, for providing such a great service to us fellow Olds players. My first horn was an Olds (back in '67; student horn?) and I've come back, full circle! (Until last year I drove an Olds, too!)
My horns	Olds Studio trumpet #548xx, Olds Studio G trumpet #141xxx, two Olds Special cornets #239xx & #136xxx, three Olds Ambassador trumpets #511xx, #795xx & #539xxx, three Olds Ambassador cornets #494xx, #792xx, & 318xxx.
Date	Tuesday, November 12, 2002 at 02:02:24

Name:	Steve McGowan
Email:	stmcgowan@msn.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Kentwood, Michigan
Comments:	I went to the net to see if I could gain any information on Olds Trumpets and came across this site. This is fantastic. I am looking for someone in my area to restore my Olds Mendez Trumpet.
My horns	Olds Mendez Trumpet...1963 Serial #401346
Date	Sunday, November 10, 2002 at 19:28:11

Name:	senes
Email:	senes.claude
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	FRANCE
Comments:	Le "must" du collectionneur ! F�licitations pour ce travail grandiose
My horns	several olds
Date	Saturday, November 2, 2002 at 03:04:45

Name:	Alan Davidson
Email:	ralan_davidson@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	New Braunfels, Tx
Comments:	I have a Silver Bach Stradivarious, model 72. I got it new in the mid 70's, and was wondering its current value. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Great site! Im glad I found it.
My horns	Bach Silver Strad 72, and an old, worn out Conn Cornet!
Date	Thursday, October 31, 2002 at 15:43:54

Name:	Rolind Suton
Email:	rolind@telusplanet.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Canads,Edmonton,Alberta
Comments:	Your site is great,Its nice to see some of the old ones.
My horns	Please help me if you can,I'm trying to find some info.on a universal Dolnet paris Trumpet. I have had the trumpet since I was 4yrs old,I'm now 38yrs old. I'm wondering the value of such a fine piece. Any information would be great. Thanks
Date	Wednesday, October 30, 2002 at 17:57:06

Name:	Oz Osby
Email:	Oz.Osby.AQUI@StateFarm.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Originally Shreveport,La.;now live in B'ham,AL.
Comments:	You have a great wed site.I started studying the Cornet in Feb of 01.I am facinated by cornets and trumpets.I have many technical questions.
My horns	I practice on a Holton Collegiate;have a Yamaha cornet(student model);have a King 2055T,and an Olds fluegelhorn(copper/gold)beautiful horn.
Date	Tuesday, October 29, 2002 at 18:33:02

Name:	dan johnson
Email:	daniel.johnson@cit.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	denver, co
Comments:	recently i decided to seek out a new horn. after trying all the "new stuff",i was getting disillusioned. a colleague referred me to a local dealer who had several olds. they play better than ALL the "new stuff"(yamaha,who?)
My horns	olds: 1 - recording, 1 - super; both outstanding players; looking for more. several other non-olds horns GREAT SITE - VERY INFORMATIVE
Date	Thursday, October 24, 2002 at 14:00:24

Name:	Chris Wiliams
Email:	ckw1@attbi.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Venice CA
Comments:	I have my Father Keith Williams Olds Mendez Serial No.166572. What a horn!He played it for over 30 years and had 2 Bach strats as well but always loved the Olds, it had the best tone. It needs work now though and I don't know who would be the best to restore it in the L.A. area. I would appreciate some reccommendations. Thanks, C.W.
Date	Wednesday, October 23, 2002 at 23:47:16

Name:	Roy Cox
Email:	royston.cox@virgin.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	England
Comments:	V.Interesting ..
My horns	Reynolds. olds recoding. bach strad cornet yuk! bach stad 180 great! schilke e3l.wedgewood piccolo tpt.selmer tpt v.old. various paxman french horns.
Date	Thursday, October 17, 2002 at 17:27:42

Name:	Colleen Wehner
Email:	Wehnercl@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Maryland
Comments:	Thank You! I am looking for a good used trumpet for my daughter to play. I am not a musician, and have had to do a lot of research, and your site has been a great resource. Thanks!
Date	Thursday, October 17, 2002 at 11:59:58

Name:	Grant Claussen
Email:	grclaussen@netscape.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Panama City, FL
Comments:	Great web site!!! A joy to surf and read through.
My horns	Olds tenor sax serial number #1385, Conn c-melody sax, Martin soprano sax, selmer balanced action alto sax, and selmer super action 80 series II Baritone sax.
Date	Saturday, October 12, 2002 at 21:28:09

Name:	JASON WATKINS
Email:	JASTARPRODUCTIONS@ATT.NET
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	FT WORTH,TX.
Comments:	THIS IS A TRULY EXCEPTIONAL SITE. i HAVE BEEN LOOKING FOR YEARS TO FIND INFORMATION ON THE HORN MY GRANDFATHER HAD GIVEN ME WHEN I FIRST STARTED LEARNING TO PLAY.
My horns	AMBASSADOR CORNET #51480.
Date	Saturday, October 12, 2002 at 12:27:54

Name:	Jack Radloff
Email:	jackradlof@pcpros.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Merrill, Wisconsin
Comments:	Have owned an Olds Special Trumpet since I bought it out of high school in 1961. Still a beatiful instrument.
My horns	1960 Olds Special Trumpet 1960 Olds Ambassador Cornet 1932 Buescher brushed gold bell trumpet 1950s? Pocket trumpet made in Pakistan
Date	Sunday, October 6, 2002 at 02:50:01

Name:	Michael Lynch
Email:	jlynch01sceinet.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	North Lima, OH (by Youngstown)
Comments:	We have an Olds standard trumpet that I played in high school with the original case. Thank you for all the information you compiled, it really helped.
Date	Saturday, October 5, 2002 at 09:46:22

Name:	William Fish
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Meadville, Pa
Comments:	Looking for info on Olds co. I have an olds trumpet and I am looking to find when it would have been manufactured.
Date	Monday, September 30, 2002 at 13:54:30

Name:	Eric Schindelbeck
Email:	schindelbeck@netzero.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Virginia
Comments:	Great web site. Great links!
My horns	1)Callichio #1993, bought new by my dad in 1970, was handmade by Dominick Calicchio 2)1952-1953 Olds Mendez #86371, Laquer Brass finish, newly restored. 3)Getzen Eterna Severinsen model. My high school trumpet (bought new in 1976). Pales in comparison to the other two above. Why do you think Doc quit playing them? 4)Conn student model Trombone (in case the kids want to learn) 5)My great-grandfather's violin. Very old, brand unknown. Need to get it appraised.
Date	Sunday, September 29, 2002 at 22:14:44

Name:	Fred Mumaugh
Email:	fred7360431@yahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Joliet,Illinois
Comments:	Sent email with details
My horns	Olds Herald trumpet Olds studio model cornet Bach Stradivarius C trumpet Bach Soprano trumpet in high B flat Wurlitzer trumpet Conn Constellation cornet, 1966
Date	Sunday, September 29, 2002 at 12:05:58

Name:	Mike Mattfield
Email:	m5549tt@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Minneapolis
Comments:	Thanks for a great afternoon of horn nostalgia! I have owned several of these beauties in a past life. Alas! they were sold or traded. Will check back later.
My horns	Benge, trumpet, Chicago #34--,(1940s?) Bach, cornet #308-- (1965) Holton 'New Proportion' silver/gold cornet (circa 1911)
Date	Wednesday, September 25, 2002 at 17:07:01

Name:	Paul Ayick
Email:	ayick@bigfoot.com
HomePage:	http://www.paulayickvintagebrass.com/
Where are you from:	South Florida via NY/NJ metro area
Comments:	Alan it has been a pleasure knowing you and thanks for all the Olds help!
My horns	see them at my website.............
Date	Thursday, September 19, 2002 at 13:50:28

Name:	Olli Wendelin
Email:	o.wendelin@worldnet.att.net
Where are you from:	Charleston, SC
Comments:	Great site
My horns	Olds Custom Trombone I bought in 1971 and have played ever since. Olds Ambasador Trumpet I bought for $20.00
Date	Wednesday, September 18, 2002 at 12:32:29

Name:	roger shepherd
Email:	box11@qc.aira.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	montreal, quebec
Comments:	been some time since i heard about all these horns. reminds me of hangin in music shops, trying out mouthpieces and checking out ride cymbals with my man bob. does anyone know about the olds ultra sonic which i bought second hand around 1980. it is a large bore b flat with a serial number in the 916000 range.
My horns	yamaha flugel, late 70s and the above mentioned ultra sonic
Date	Tuesday, September 17, 2002 at 00:42:49

Name:	Ian Carey
Email:	icarey@wested.org
HomePage:	http://www.mp3.com/iancarey
Where are you from:	SF,CA
Comments:	hi, i enjoyed your olds site... i'm currently searching for an olds mendez #1 mouthpiece (the one with the bevel-style outer shape)--do you know any olds collectors who might have one to sell? thanks--
My horns	Bach 37LT, 72H
Date	Friday, September 13, 2002 at 17:28:02

Name:	Doug Hulme
Email:	second.chance@ukonline.co.uk
HomePage:	http://www.second-chance.org.uk
Where are you from:	Portsmouth, England
Comments:	A real education and a joy. I wish you could extend the coverage to trombones.
My horns	I'm a trombone man!
Date	Friday, September 13, 2002 at 15:18:42

Name:	Michael Coles
Email:	chaser6977@yahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Belleville,Michigan.
Comments:	I'am the owner of an Olds trumpet s/n 10086.I got it from my father who used it when he was a kid,I played through high school and now my daughter wants to learn to play.
Date	Sunday, September 8, 2002 at 22:32:16

Name:	Stan Pierce
Email:	srp@starstream.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Inglewood, CA now live in Rocklin, CA
Comments:	What a wonderful and beautiful horn. I just found your site today. Very nice and interesting.
My horns	Super Olds Trombone S/N 14149
Date	Saturday, August 31, 2002 at 11:50:25

Name:	Dave Swetnam
Email:	dave@voicemagic.com
HomePage:	http://www.voicemagic.com
Where are you from:	Columbia, south Carolina
Comments:	Great site. Any idea what the value of my horn would be?
My horns	Paris Selmer K-Modified S/N 23045
Date	Friday, August 30, 2002 at 22:27:20

Name:	Martin Wilson
Email:	martinwilson@charter.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Birmingham Alabama
Comments:	My parents bought my Ambassador (used) around the fall of '71 when I was going into the 6th grade band. I played all through high school and never thought much about the horn until my son (now entering 6th grade band) and my wife took the horn to a shop to have it checked out. The man at the shop told them we would not be able to buy a new horn as good as the 1957 era olds unless we bought a very expensive proffesional horn. I decided to do some research and found your site very helpful.
My horns	Olds Ambassador #194xxx, Also an old Conn director that I used in marching band in high school
Date	Friday, August 30, 2002 at 10:30:59

Name:	Martin Cleveland
Email:	martincleveland@aseur.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	East Yorkshire / England
Comments:	I have had 2 Olds trumpets a Super Star and for the last 20 odd years a Mendez that I would never part with. I love them
My horns	Mendez
Date	Wednesday, August 28, 2002 at 07:28:36

Name:	Gus Gander
Email:	ggander@vca.gov.uk
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Bristol, England
Comments:	Thanks for your excellent site. Please could I ask if you can tell me anything about Reynolds? I've just bought a Contempora Euphonium that I call identify as having been made in 1965, but just who were they? I learn from your site that they had been acquired by Olds at some time and were still part of the act during the Texas years, and I think the remains may survive as part of Selmer (as, I think, do Conn and King), though I can't find any info on the web anywhere.
Date	Wednesday, August 21, 2002 at 06:23:05

Name:	gary
Email:	gtrman52@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	ocala fl
Comments:	thanks to your web page i just secured my son a 1959 recording trumpet in great condition- its just like his teachers.
My horns	1939 olds super 1959 olds recording
Date	Monday, August 19, 2002 at 15:29:40

Name:	John A. Hudspeth
Email:	johnah@amaonline.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Texas
Comments:	Total Trumpet/cornet/flug NUT. Recently began interest in Olds.
My horns	Bachs, lots of 'em. All keys, tenor to pic, trumpets, cornets, flug. Claude Gordon Selmer Tpt. Getzen Flug. Stomvi Pic. Olds Special, Super Trumpet, Special cornet (three color) Studio Cornet. Several old Reynolds. King Master cornet (1937) and Conn Victor (1948). More than I can remember.
Date	Tuesday, August 13, 2002 at 23:37:07

Name:	Lauren Mack
Email:	hrswmn99@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Connecticut
Comments:	Great site to be doing research on your instrument.
My horns	Proud owner of a Reynolds Trombone
Date	Sunday, August 11, 2002 at 07:51:05

Name:	Paul Jefferson
Email:	pmj98@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	New York
Comments:	Great Page: I understand that the F. E. Olds company has been revived. Do you have any info on this ?
My horns	I am a trombonist looking for a Large bore Olds Opera Trombone. I currently play a King 4b
Date	Friday, August 9, 2002 at 18:32:25

Name:	Robert Burnett
Email:	R.A.Burnett@juno.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Arlington,tx
Comments:	Found your site today enjoyed it very much. have an olds Ambassador that my dad gave me when I was in the sixth grade think its a 68 yr model # 647672 I know its not worth much but in sentimental value to me its priceless thx for the web site
My horns	have the olds and now playing a #37 silver bach at this time mostly in ensembles ect yea I'm still at it after all these years
Date	Friday, August 9, 2002 at 16:57:49

Name:	Michael Park
Email:	mikepark1@prodigy.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Englewood, Colo
Comments:	surprisingly the 1946 Olds Silver Super has the best slide. It's good march music horn because it has a bright sound. The Recording are good jazz horns
My horns	2 Olds Recordings 1962 1948, 1 Olds Silver Super 1946, Yamaha YSL 356R, E.M. Winston valve
Date	Wednesday, August 7, 2002 at 09:57:29

Name:	Jere Gammon
Email:	Jere416@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Lady Lake Florida
Comments:	I use your web site on a regular basis and enjoy it very much.
My horns	Olds Ambassador,Studio, and l948 Blessing Super Artist.
Date	Tuesday, August 6, 2002 at 16:01:06

Name:	Joe Adams
Email:	bunniesandfrogs@yahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Union,Il.
Comments:	Being the owner of a machine shop for 30 + years,I haven't had much time to play my trumpets.I now collect them.Great site.Email address belongs to my wife.Had to get that in.
My horns	Olds recording s/n203712 complete rebuild by Brass Bow,Marcinkiewicz Four S,Bach Strad MdL37,Burbank,Courtois cornet,Yamaha 631 Fluegelhorn,Getzen Eterna Fluegelhorn.These are a few of my prized collection.I have over 40 horns
Date	Friday, August 2, 2002 at 22:22:34

Name:	Tommy Byers
Email:	tommybracing@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Tulsa, OK.
Comments:	I still have my Olds ambassador cornet that I first played in 1967. It doesn't look very good anymore, but it still sings great...
My horns	1967 Olds ambassador cornet, Benge 3X+ with custom bell work(LA model,1974), used to play a Bach Strad ML(about a 1972 model)
Date	Wednesday, July 31, 2002 at 20:32:38

Name:	Donald Roberts
Email:	idahoan79@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Shreveport, Louisiana
Comments:	Informative site!
My horns	1950 Olds Studio Cornet, 1962 Olds Ambassador Cornet
Date	Tuesday, July 30, 2002 at 18:16:30

Name:	Mike DiMartino
Email:	dimarjazz@juno.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Rochester, NY
Comments:	Wish I could find an original third valve finger throw ring AND screw for my '55 Connstellation 28A. And how 'bout an original case for a '59 38B 'Stell? Looking for either a Blessing Super Artist trumpet (late '40s-'50s) or a Martin Committee FLUGELHORN (no later than '60s vintage).
My horns	At the moment: '55 Connstellation Long Model Cornet; Reynolds Emperor Cornet (nickel flare) (don't laugh!); 1897 York cornet.
Date	Monday, July 29, 2002 at 04:06:42

Name:	John Lang
Email:	johnlang66@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	San Antonio
Comments:	Fantastic website!!! Learned so much. Played 7 years in marching band with a Super Olds #31765. Haven't played since but neat to know my horn has a history.
Date	Friday, July 26, 2002 at 00:02:47

Name:	Les Nicholson
Email:	g-nconsultants@beyond.net.au
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Queensland, Australia
Comments:	I am still playing my Olds Recording and Special trumpets after 30 years and they still play well. When I record I still use the Special. Thank you for the web site. It was great reading. I am very nostalgic about my Olds trumpets and still believe they are the best instruments I have played over my 30 year playing career.
My horns	Trumpets Recording and Special
Date	Sunday, July 21, 2002 at 03:08:05

Name:	Ron Redding
Email:	ronxjo@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Virginia
Comments:	Great site.
My horns	Olds Opera 1963 Conn/Dupont Cornet s/n 821
Date	Friday, July 19, 2002 at 11:09:37

Name:	Steve Perrett
Email:	steve.perrett@bg-group.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Great Britain
Comments:	I bought a Super Trombone in 1975/76. I wish I still had it...........
My horns	King 5B
Date	Friday, July 19, 2002 at 09:25:09

Name:	jamie
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Gold Coast, Australia
Comments:	i found it quite informative. i stumbled upon the site whilst looking for accessories.
My horns	Bach stradavartios 37, jupiter flugelhorn, an ancient Conn trumpet, yamaha tombone (that needs alot of work)and my original yamaha student trumpet.
Date	Monday, July 15, 2002 at 22:38:44

Name:	Bruce Rockcastle
Email:	brockca1@nycap.rr.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Troy, N.Y.
Comments:	Very well done site with great info & education on the Olds. Thank you.
Date	Thursday, July 11, 2002 at 06:59:29

Name:	Joost Visser
Email:	j520366@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Holland-->Utrecht
Comments:	Great Side!!!!! I like olds trumpets!!
My horns	Olds Ambassador trumpet 1962
Date	Friday, July 5, 2002 at 13:48:39

Name:	KF Baxter
Email:	medsprings1@yahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Oregon
Comments:	I started on an olds Ambassador in Junior high. I recently purchased a 1955 Ambassador in mint condition. Needless to say I sold my Yamaha 6335s after playing the Olds for a few days. If Yamaha could only get this good of tone.
My horns	Olds Ambassador trumpet 1955, Olds ambassador cornet 1973.
Date	Friday, July 5, 2002 at 01:25:02

Name:	Jill Rubio
Email:	rubio@northnet.org
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Potsdam NY, originally Los Angeles
Comments:	I couldn't get the links to your email to work, so I'm writing here. I have a question about an older Selmer Paris Trumpet, #68747. Aside from the age, which I don't know, is this likely to be a quality horn? I'm looking to buy a decent trumpet (not student model) without spending too much, and this one's available on the web.Thanks--Jill
My horns	Powell #3581 Flute Opperman Piccolo
Date	Monday, July 1, 2002 at 06:45:30

Name:	Thomas E. Walker
Email:	tom@thomwalker.com
HomePage:	http://www.thomwalker.com
Where are you from:	Modesto California
Comments:	My parents purchased my Super Olds trombone in 1948. I played in the Modesto Boys Band and the Modesto Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Frank Mancini until I joined the Air Force in 1956. After reading your articals on your web site, I am seriously considering taking a crack at it again. I am now 66 years old but still have an ear for good music.
My horns	Super Olds Trombone #20178
Date	Friday, June 28, 2002 at 01:12:22

Name:	Charles L. Byler
Email:	amishcelt2@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Boyertown, PA 19512
Comments:	amateur trumpeter and repairman. Formerly associated with the Streitwieser Foundation Trumpet Museum (when in Pottstown, PA)
My horns	customized Olds Ambassador with Ultra Sonic leadpipe, reversed first slide, diagonal 3-piece bell braces, Reynolds water keys, etc.
Date	Wednesday, June 26, 2002 at 18:17:48

Name:	Simon Fortin
Email:	simonfor@sympatico.ca
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Toronto, Canada
Comments:	Good web site.
My horns	Trompet King 2006 AT Silver
Date	Sunday, June 23, 2002 at 15:38:15

Name:	Jere R. Gammon
Email:	Jere416@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Lady Lake, Fl. 32159
Comments:	Ihave a olds Ambassador(l959-60) that has brackets on 3rd valve slide. Is there suppose to be a tuning rod or something in or attached to these brackets? thanks Jere
My horns	Olds Ambassador,Studio,and l948 Blessing Super Artist.
Date	Sunday, June 16, 2002 at 15:39:54

Name:	Harry Marks
Email:	harryellenmarks@earthlink.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Santa Rosa CA
Comments:	Great site. I also picked up playing after many years away. I play in a community wind ensemble and also church. Wish I had kept going after college.
My horns	My first: Olds Ambassador thru High School. Conn Constellation thru College. Yamaha YTR-734 until a year ago. Current Horns Yamaha YTR-6345HS(2001) II, Conn Constellation Cornet (1967), Kanstul 1510 Flugel Horn (Brand new)
Date	Thursday, June 13, 2002 at 12:03:48

Name:	Bill
Email:	musicmtn@infostations.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	California
Comments:	Enjoy information
My horns	Mendez & Cornet Special
Date	Friday, June 7, 2002 at 12:58:08

Name:	Rick Kasper
Email:	richard.l.kasper@lmco.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Arlington, Texas
Comments:	This is a great site. I have learned a lot and enjoy re-reading the catalogs and articles. I am attempting to relearn the cornet after a 35 year absence.
My horns	Selmer K-modified trumpet (60's), King silver tone cornet (50's), and working on a deal to purchase an Olds Recording trumpet (late 50's).
Date	Thursday, June 6, 2002 at 13:23:15

Name:	Clifford R. Marks
Email:	crmarks_98@yahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Delaware - USA
Comments:	Thank you for displaying the catalogs and providing such wonderful information about the fabulous Olds instruments. I love my Ambassador Trombones
My horns	Ambassador T-Bone (3) Ambassador Cornets (2) Ambassador Trumpets (2) Ambassador Alto Horn
Date	Monday, June 3, 2002 at 10:59:50

Name:	James
Email:	www.ferrari6110@hotmail.com
HomePage:	none
Where are you from:	Atascadero, California
Comments:	This site was Excellent. I am a major fan of Olds instruments. Olds rules.
My horns	I have an Olds Recording Trumpet 1973, and an Evette Alto sax 1970's and i beginning to play jazz professionally.
Date	Saturday, June 1, 2002 at 14:11:33

Name:	Rod Colling
Email:	rodbev@localnet.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Schodack, New York
Comments:	My 1959 Olds Ambassador is still my favorite cornet.
My horns	Olds Ambassador A5 Cornet Conn 34A Cornet Schilke MII Trumpet
Date	Tuesday, May 28, 2002 at 18:46:53

Name:	Robert Taylor
Email:	btaylor@direcway.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Oroville, CA
Comments:	Was interesting reading. Brought back a lot of memories. Thanks
My horns	Olds Mendez
Date	Sunday, May 26, 2002 at 18:49:27

Name:	John Price
Email:	john_w_price33@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Ancaster, Ontario, CANADA
Comments:	Great stuff...just bought an Ambassador and was intrigued by how good it was.
My horns	King Silver Flair, Olds Ambassador
Date	Sunday, May 26, 2002 at 11:19:04

Name:	Brian Johnson
Email:	brijohn@bellsouth.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Just south of Atlanta-GA
Comments:	Nice site .. very informative !!!
My horns	Schilke B1 Olds Mendez Reynolds Medalist-my high school horn:-)
Date	Friday, May 24, 2002 at 19:35:36

Name:	Kevin
Email:	kelaschuk@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Vancouver
Comments:	I play a little jazz and improvised music
My horns	Martin Committee trumpet circa 1953 [lacquer- not much left] Getzen Eterna 4-valve flugelhorn circa 1980 [silver]
Date	Wednesday, May 22, 2002 at 03:36:43

Name:	emily
Email:	showtune_babe@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	washington
Comments:	i love your site its helping me find stuff for my report.
My horns	I play trumpet im looking for a silver trumpe. i have been playing for 4 years
Date	Tuesday, May 21, 2002 at 15:11:15

Name:	Steven Tsai
Email:	scubasteve01_@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	VAncouver
Comments:	I have fianally got my mendez trumpet!!!
My horns	Olds Mendez trumpet
Date	Sunday, May 19, 2002 at 15:20:59

Name:	John McBurney
Email:	jmcburney@earthlink.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Spartanburg, SC
Comments:	This page is a great resource for this proud brass manufacturer. My first horn back in the 60's was an Ambassador cornet, and although I foolish let it get away from me, I have recently gotten a slightly newer one and am amazed at how well it plays. I enjoy all my horns, but partuculary enjoy blowing some jazz riffs on the Recording. Keep up the great work Alan!
My horns	'63 Olds Recording, 55 Ambassador trumpet, 72 Ambassador cornet, Blackburn Bb, '39 Besson Brevette, Schilke XA! cornet, Stomvi Elite A/Bb picc.
Date	Sunday, May 19, 2002 at 09:00:40

Name:	Ann KING
Email:	Mail,Charter MI.NET
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Kalamzoo MI
Comments:	Febuary20.1911 HenriettaBrownage 33to Henery Hendricks age 27 k2
My horns	Mail,Charter MI.NET
Date	Wednesday, May 15, 2002 at 12:41:20

Name:	Bill Riley
Email:	wrr@attcanada.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Montreal (orig., New Hampshire)
Comments:	I had no idea what I had my hands on until I found your site. Thanks for all the info! I wouldn't have guessed in a million years that the initials "CT" stood for one of my greatest heroes.
My horns	Olds "Clark Terry" trumpet, sn 993360, purchased used in Montreal in early 80s. Despite the sorry state of the lacquer and the fact I am a trombonist, I could tell this was a very playable instrument. I'm working hard at being worthy of it.
Date	Sunday, May 12, 2002 at 21:46:39

Name:	Audun
Email:	Audun_wigen@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Norway
Comments:	I just found your Trumpet pages, and was suprised to find stuff about Olds products. A year ago I got an Olds ambassadeur from mu father (about 1956mod I think), and I'm going to look at the serial numbers list to see if I can find it.
My horns	Olds Ambassadeur - 56 (I think).
Date	Friday, May 10, 2002 at 03:44:01

Name:	Dave Schulman
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	new york
Comments:	nice web site! Can you try to find a picture of an Olds Specials made in 1952?
My horns	Trumpet Bach Tr300 York Flugel horn and a 1952 Olds Specials
Date	Friday, May 3, 2002 at 15:24:53

Name:	Tom Hayes
Email:	tomhayes2002@yahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Jackson, Michigan
Comments:	Love those Olds horns!!
My horns	Olds Ambassador & Special (cornet) Olds Special (trumpet)
Date	Wednesday, May 1, 2002 at 17:11:12

Name:	W Kincaide
Email:	wck98@yahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Maryland
Comments:	Just decided to overhaul my Olds special s/n 167405 Slide is very good, needs laq and finish. Had it in HS and college in the 50,s/ retired and now playing big band.
My horns	Olds Special Trombone s/n 167405.
Date	Wednesday, May 1, 2002 at 16:02:09

Name:	BILL VOBORNIK
Email:	VOBOMAN@AOL.COM
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	CHICAGO/ CURRENTLY NEW LENOX , IL.
Comments:	MY FIRST HORN WAS A NEW OLDS AMBASSADOR TRUMPET PURCHASED AT THE AGE OF 8. THAT WAS IN 1956. AM NOW HAVING IT RESTORED AND REFINISHED. ALSO BOUGHT 4 MORE OLDS AMBASSADORS RECENTLY AS COLLECTION ITEMS!
My horns	PREVIOUSLY MENTIONED OLDS AMBASSADORS SELMER K MODIFIED KANSTUL FLUGELHORN BACH STRADIVARIUS (ON ORDER)
Date	Wednesday, May 1, 2002 at 12:03:40

Name:	Esko Heikkinen
Email:	esko.heikkinen@umo.fi
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Finland
Comments:	Very nice and interesting sites!
My horns	2 Olds Mendez Olds Custom Schilke, Bach, Chalicchio,Yamaha,very old Selmer, Holton,
Date	Thursday, April 25, 2002 at 17:36:54

Name:	Gustavo Koelln
Email:	ludzuweitkoelln@gmx.de
HomePage:	http://www.trompeta.de.vu
Where are you from:	Germany
Comments:	Congratulatinons!! wonderfoul webpage.
My horns	Callichio, Conn, Benge and naturally Olds (ambasador)
Date	Saturday, April 20, 2002 at 08:45:47

Name:	richard W. Lindsay M. d.
Email:	rwl3w@virginia.edu
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	charlottesville, Virginia
Comments:	I have been playing on a 1950's recording model. It went through a college band career, medical school and then a son's musical career. I am still playing and it is sounding and betterwith each passsing year. I enjoyed your site and the articles a great deal. Thank you RWLindsay M. D.
My horns	Olds recording model #78713
Date	Monday, April 15, 2002 at 15:03:48

Name:	Terry Warburton
Email:	terry@warburton-usa.com
HomePage:	http://www.warburton-usa.com
Where are you from:	Florida
Comments:	Great idea for all the Olds fanatics!
Date	Monday, April 15, 2002 at 05:04:22

Name:	christine
Email:	wicken_lover
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	saskatchewan canada
Comments:	i am visiting your site for a project but bad news i got no info on trumpets even though i am a 14 yr old who has been playing trumpet since i was 10 it not so bad so thanx like the site buh bi
Date	Friday, April 12, 2002 at 16:44:22

Name:	Kelly
HomePage:	http://www.geocities.com/kellyrharrington/krh.html
Comments:	really nice site
My horns	King 601
Date	Thursday, April 11, 2002 at 19:56:10

Name:	Al Sylvester
Email:	fightinirish@olg.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	southern maryland, near chesapeake bay
Comments:	I have an Olds Mendez model, bought new by me in the late fifties/early sixties, I'm 68 now, play for my own amusment.
My horns	The horn still plays as new, is stored in the original case, the lacquer is worn around the valve housings and tuning slides. No dents, the valves still lighting fast, it's the greatest horn ever made. I now find myself wearing gloves when I pick it up. I would like to have it restored to new condition, can you recommend an especially good trustworthy mechanic to perform this task for me??? Also I would like to obtain a Olds Recording Model can you steer me to one??? Thanx for any help. Al Sylvester
Date	Tuesday, April 9, 2002 at 21:10:59

Name:	angelo castricone
Email:	acastr4456@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	hollywood fl &buffalo ny
Comments:	played in ist armoured div "jeep:band and 4th armored div band later .big band and lounge playing.retired now and playing keyboard
My horns	antoine courtois
Date	Tuesday, April 9, 2002 at 09:55:40

Name:	Kayla
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Everett, WA
Comments:	Trumpets are the best instrument in the entire world! I've been playing for 8 years, and hope to continue my whole life. Pocket trumpets are really fun, because they're small and cute, but they get great sound!
My horns	Jupiter pocket trumpet and Yamaha
Date	Monday, April 8, 2002 at 12:38:44

Name:	Roy Elwell
Email:	mrelwell@juno.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Holland, Michigan
Comments:	I bought my Selmer used in 1949 while I was at MSU.
My horns	serial number 3132 under the lead pipe the following appears Selmer Paris serial number 3132. under the lead pipe the following appears. BB Selmer Paris serial # 3132 the following appears under the lead pipe. BB MB LP22
Date	Friday, April 5, 2002 at 11:55:12

Name:	Lowell Burch
Email:	j9z1b95@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Tulsa
Comments:	I've had this Olds Amassador lying around and have always liked it. With my Besson wearing out, I thought I would give the Olds some serious consideration and decided it was really a pretty nice horn, comparing it with my son's new Conn 80B. I started checking the net and found your site. Great information! I learned that my Olds is Summer of '53 (#98098). I am getting ready to play the lead on the musical The 1940's Radio Show and I think this horn will do the job.
My horns	presently French Besson Meha and past horns include Benge, Schlike, Holton and Getzen.
Date	Friday, April 5, 2002 at 00:12:17

Name:	Joe M Gollehon
Email:	jgollehon@gilesk12.org
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Pearisburg Va.
Comments:	I bought a new Olds Studio trumpet in 1947 after coming out of the Army. I used it for several years and let it get away from me. I remember it as beaing a great horn.Ive never seen another one. Are these scarce?
My horns	Max Trumpet Selmer Paris piccolo tpt. Selmer Paris flugal horn
Date	Wednesday, April 3, 2002 at 18:51:51

Name:	Joe M Gollehon
Email:	jgollehon@gilesk12.org
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Pearisburg Va.
Comments:	I bought a new Olds Studio trumpet in 1947 after coming out of the Army. I used it for several years and let it get away from me. I remember it as beaing a great horn.Ive never seen another one. Are these scarce?
My horns	Max Trumpet Selmer Paris piccolo tpt. Selmer Paris flugal horn
Date	Wednesday, April 3, 2002 at 18:50:35

Name:	Jon
Email:	jkane7@casdk12.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Grayling, Michagain
Comments:	I play a trumpet in band.
My horns	Bugle, Bach TR300 trumpet, and French Horns(2)
Date	Wednesday, March 27, 2002 at 09:43:56

Name:	Rick Woodcock
Email:	jampw123@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Michigan
Comments:	Great site that I visit often. Just revived my playing after 30 yrs hiatus.
My horns	Selmer K-Modified large bore, Selmer K-Modified medium bore, 2-Olds Studio cornet, one 1950's, one 1960's,(both for sale), and an Olds Ambassador Trumpet (in rough shape)
Date	Saturday, March 23, 2002 at 10:28:59

Name:	Harvey Baigent
Email:	Baigent@harveyandchris.freeserve.co.uk
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	London, England
Comments:	Very informative sight
My horns	Olds Recording Bach Strads Besson 928
Date	Friday, March 22, 2002 at 14:33:02

Name:	Steve Bleakley
Email:	stevebleakley@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	London,UK
Comments:	Great site for us trumpet geeks.
My horns	One Olds Ambassador Trumpet serial number A32366 don't know much more about it but it's been blowing well for the 15 years I've had it
Date	Tuesday, March 19, 2002 at 15:42:47

Name:	Marshall Rawlings
Email:	marshallr45@attbi.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Dallas, Tx
Comments:	Just surfed by to see what info you had.
My horns	Olds Recording, 2 Bach 37's, Bach 43-72*, Yamaha 736, Renolds cornet
Date	Monday, March 18, 2002 at 00:59:32

Name:	anthony
Email:	biserker@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	West Chester
Comments:	I was readin about the selmer pais horns and i cam across Frank Kaderabek's name. he is my teacher. he plays selmer paris C trumpets. He has four. We went to his house last week and saw all the slemer paris horns he has. They are his fav. horns. They play awesome. I am trying to find either a C or a Bflat. He is a great teacher and an awesome...awesome...player!
My horns	bach strad b flat #37 light wight bach strad C 239 bell
Date	Sunday, March 17, 2002 at 23:12:10

Name:	Evy
Email:	evyb9@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Ottawa, Ontario, CANADA
Comments:	At 36, I began to learn to play the trumpet. I went on to play in a community band, and occasionally with a little Oompah band. It brought me unimaginable joy. I don't play anymore, but I will always treasure my Raphael Mendez.
My horns	Learned with Bach Mercedes II, moved on to Mendez M12.
Date	Saturday, March 16, 2002 at 20:23:14

Name:	William E. Graham
Email:	weg9@attbi.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	New York City, San Francisco, Salem, OR
Comments:	Started playing at 50, am now 66, just joined a community concert band as 3rd trumpet.
My horns	Yamaha YTR 739T, YFH 635 ST (flugel), Getzen Canadian Brass model Cornet, and Bach Strad CML Model 239 C trumpet. Plus several old cornets that need restoring.
Date	Thursday, March 14, 2002 at 18:49:53

Name:	Philip Brown
Email:	tBa
HomePage:	TbA
Where are you from:	ZiOn
Comments:	I also play the trumpet I've been playing for 5 years.
My horns	I don't have one right now
Date	Thursday, March 14, 2002 at 16:44:16

Name:	John Johnson
Email:	jdubyaj@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Jenks (Tulsa), Oklahoma
Comments:	Very informative sight
My horns	Olds Opera Serial No 236491 Bought in 1978 and had refurbished/relaquered to play in high school. I now play in our church instrumental ensemble.
Date	Wednesday, March 13, 2002 at 16:47:49

Name:	javier martinez
Email:	javiermartinez@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	san antonio, tx
Comments:	I found a 77 custom olds the other day. What do u think its worth.It did play fantastic but the price the dealer was offering was to high for me. thanks, Hey great website Javier
My horns	bach model 37 thats all
Date	Sunday, March 10, 2002 at 07:59:30

Name:	P Halkes
Email:	pim.halkes@wanadoo.nl
HomePage:	http://home.wanadoo.nl/pim.halkes/indexeng.html
Where are you from:	The Netherlands
Comments:	Great site! I have got a site with links to a lot of trumpet related websites (see the url above) The Olds Super Trumpet I play has got serial number 11102 so I guess it is from 1938, which is older than I had expected.
My horns	Olds Super
Date	Saturday, March 9, 2002 at 13:31:50

Name:	Screecher
Email:	redhotsex@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Lancashire and London areas.
Comments:	Found your site by accident! Most of the info i agree with! I'm a big band screecher and teacher, so the projection and fullness of tone are most important!!!! My range double pedal C to super C, using diaphragm and controled air stream method. QUESTION - any body know where I can get a new set of valves for an OLDS RECORDING TRUMPET (1970~)?
My horns	Olds recording trumpet (1970~), Vincent Bach Strad' 37* lightweight bell trumpet (without the reversed lead pipe), Yamaha YFH 635T Flugel horn, Boosey and Hawkes Soverign cornet (1985~), etc.
Date	Saturday, March 9, 2002 at 11:50:30

Name:	Keith Miller
Email:	krmiller@concentric.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Livonia, Michigan
Comments:	This is a great sight. Keep up the good work.
Date	Friday, March 8, 2002 at 22:44:23

Name:	Joe Palmer
Email:	joe_palmer@att.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Philadelphia
Comments:	I would like to sell this trumpet to someone who knows and cares about Olds Trumpets
My horns	1962 Olds Studio
Date	Tuesday, March 5, 2002 at 21:09:37

Name:	Alan Courduff
Email:	nancycourduff@comcast.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Towson (near Baltimore), Maryland
Comments:	I e-mailed you on 2/24/02 asking if you could offer suggestions as to where I might find a replacement valve guide piece (the white plastic collar).
My horns	Olds Recording, bought around 1959
Date	Sunday, February 24, 2002 at 20:58:48

Name:	Michael Oglesby
Email:	mpoglesby@bsu.edu
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Indianapolis Indiana
Comments:	Thanks for all of the advice that you have given me Alan! Great site, and wonderful information. Trully a great find for any trumpet player.
My horns	1951 Olds Super 1969 Holton Al Hirt Special Bach Stradivarius Bach Stradivarius Flugal 1950 Buescher Aristocrat Cornet
Date	Thursday, February 21, 2002 at 14:35:34

Name:	Jim Hatfield
Email:	jhatpro@mindspring.com
HomePage:	http://www.speechandscript.com
Where are you from:	Chicago area
Comments:	Great site, Alan! A rich read, indeed!
My horns	'53 Olds Ambassador cornet; '60s Reynolds Emperor cornet; Undated Paris LeBlanc flugelhorn; used to have a Shilke B6 tuning bell trumpet but sold it.
Date	Wednesday, February 20, 2002 at 13:42:58

Name:	marnix coster
Email:	marnixcoster@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	the Netherlands
Comments:	very helpfull site ,but I have a question does somebody have a set of d slides for my Olds Ambassador e flat trumpet?? Contact me please.
My horns	Olds e flat,belcanto C trumpet.
Date	Sunday, February 17, 2002 at 12:25:03

Name:	Rick
Email:	castlegardengate@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Evansville, In
Comments:	I know very little about trumpets. Was letting my son try out a new Stradivarious when he said "no thanks".He preferred his old Olds Ambassador. I didn't realize what he had untill I saw your web site. Now we're looking for another one. Thanks.
My horns	1954 Olds Ambassador
Date	Saturday, February 16, 2002 at 19:29:55

Name:	rob arnyek
Email:	My_Pink_Sporty@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Airdrie Alberta Canada
Comments:	Exceptual topics and information on the brass and its history.As well as its performers.Keep up the good work and hope to see more.
My horns	1972 F.E.Olds and Sons trumpet
Date	Saturday, February 16, 2002 at 00:26:19

Name:	Brandon Kinman
Email:	bjazz3@webtv.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Cincinnati, Ohio
Comments:	I've had my 1953 olds recording for about 3 years now, and I love it. From the offset middle valve to wonderfull quality of metal used. In the jazz idium I would choose it over a martin committee every time. The committee can't even touch the warm dark sound I get from my Recording.
My horns	53 Olds Recording trumpet, Blessing 154R flugelhorn.
Date	Friday, February 15, 2002 at 17:31:40

Name:	Robert Thomas
Email:	rthomas49@peoplepc.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Antioch, CA
Comments:	I've been looking for Old's sites and the possiblity of having my 66 George Roberts Bass Trombone restored to new condition.
My horns	The only one I've kept is the Roberts. I've played several bones as well as Tubas, Baritones and Contra Bass and Baritone Bugles
Date	Tuesday, February 12, 2002 at 14:43:24

Name:	Mike Belser
Email:	marketer@mindspring.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Lafayette Hill, PA
Comments:	Nice Site. Your links on repairs and restorations is invaluable.
My horns	1943 Conn Symphony(?) Trumpet 1920 E. K. Blessing Trumpet
Date	Monday, February 11, 2002 at 12:03:10

Name:	amy
Email:	me62788@hotmail.com
Where are you from:	ILL
Comments:	i play the trumpet at my school and i am first chair. im in 8th grade and i have been since 5th grade. I started to play in 4th grade and i love it! at solo contest every year i have been in it and have gotten a perfect score every year for the past 4 years. this years solo contest is comin up on the 16th. i love the trumpet! and also my crush plays! lol
My horns	yamaha and bach stradivarious
Date	Saturday, February 9, 2002 at 21:00:20

Name:	amy
Email:	huskiesgurl29@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	washington st., USA
Comments:	I and in 7th grade and am first chair and have been since the beginning of 6th grade. I started in 7th grade and i am going to get a brand new getzen brass in two weeks.
My horns	bundy and soon to be getzen
Date	Saturday, February 9, 2002 at 16:49:35

Name:	Eddie Helms
Email:	helmsjr@prodigy.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Columbia, SC
Comments:	Lead trumpet in First Baptist Church orchestra Columbia South Carolina
My horns	Vincent Back (Mount Vernon)SN 16394 Paris Selmer SN 13520
Date	Saturday, February 9, 2002 at 16:23:04

Name:	Emile Meuffels
Email:	emile.meuffels@student.uva.nl
HomePage:	http://www.geocities.com/emile_meuffels
Where are you from:	Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Comments:	Was looking for serial numbers of Olds trumpets.... found them. Thanks!
My horns	Van Laar B-flat, Van Laar C, Bach Eb/D, Van Laar flugelhorn
Date	Friday, February 8, 2002 at 12:43:28

Name:	Gregory Allan Zurawski
Email:	www.hussarz@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://www.hussarz@hotmail.com
Where are you from:	Detroit, Michigan
Comments:	Cornet Detroit Fire Department Band
My horns	Olds Ambassador #303147 with sienna colored case & #3 Olds mouthpiece. Most lacquer gone 10 tiny dents. $50 From "Junque Shop" Michigan Ave., Detroit.
Date	Saturday, February 2, 2002 at 09:59:48

Name:	Nick Kaeff
Email:	swingingstar@isoc.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Ky.
Comments:	Super site. Loads of information. Started on trumpet, went to cornet(High School).Back to trumpet about 1990. Now back to cornet. Finally an Olds!
My horns	Olds Studio cornet (1953 LA)
Date	Friday, February 1, 2002 at 15:16:18

Name:	Macimo
Email:	macimo@fastwebnet.it
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Italy - Milan
Comments:	Cool site! And interesting details about trumpets.
My horns	Yamaha, but my next one will be a Stomvi!!!
Date	Thursday, January 31, 2002 at 06:08:55

Name:	Ken Kelly
Email:	kentrmptkelly@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Australia
Comments:	It was pleasing to read about the old Olds trumpets still in use. This was the first I new that the OLDS Co were no longer in business. They made great horns.The first time I played them was when my teacher George Dobson was in America with the Victorian Trumpet Trio. They brought back a Ambassador,Custom Mendez,Recorder Models.This was in the early sixties.A lot of professional players changed over to Olds trumpets in Melbourne after that.
My horns	I had two Olds recording models which lasted me about 15 years.
Date	Wednesday, January 30, 2002 at 08:21:33

Name:	Dieter Grosche
Email:	grosche@t-online.de
HomePage:	http://www.powerkraut-dixie.de
Where are you from:	Duesseldorf in Germany
Comments:	Exactly that what I was looking for, serial numbers with years of production. Great. I have to study all those informations. Thank you
My horns	2 OLDS Super Trombones. One Recording (Tommy Dorsey's!). 2 Ambassadors. 2 KING 3B, 606 Cleveland. Trumpets: 2 Coronets, 1 Super, 1 Ambassador, 2 (!) Mendez
Date	Wednesday, January 30, 2002 at 02:32:00

Name:	Brian
Email:	Alm
HomePage:	br_alm@yahoo.com
Where are you from:	Illinois, USA
Comments:	I want to e-mail you but cannot via the link and need a complete email address.
My horns	Selmer Paris, serial number 12891.
Date	Tuesday, January 29, 2002 at 14:51:29

Name:	Sweet Papa John
Email:	jmierl@yahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	New Orleans, Louisiana U.S.A.
Comments:	Enjoyed your page very much i must say, most informative as i'm currently in the market for a cornet.I used to work for Schilke when they were still in downtown Chicago and i know a little about what makes a good ax. Olds is a horn you can drive a tack with and get a great tone with. Built like a tank,a good working mans horn!
My horns	Clark Terry Model ser.# A33690
Date	Monday, January 28, 2002 at 13:45:30

Name:	Richard Townsend
Email:	rct071365@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	NC
Comments:	Great page, love the history of the Olds instruments. Helluva horn for the money, especially today.
My horns	1954 Olds Ambassador trumpet. What more do I need? Well, maybe I'll just buy a few more!
Date	Sunday, January 27, 2002 at 00:29:32

Name:	J.J. Martin
Email:	leadtrumpet72@yahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	West Palm Beach
Comments:	Cool site. Lots of interesting history on brass.
My horns	schilke B6Lb
Date	Tuesday, January 22, 2002 at 16:21:32

Name:	Lucian Costanzo
Email:	costanzohhs@yahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	H.S. Band director in NJ
Comments:	Thanks for the information about Olds trumpets. I have an Olds Recording, L.A., that my father bought circa 1953 as best I can tell from both memories of him and the web page. Thanks again.
My horns	Olds Recording, Bach Stradavarius, Getzen Piccolo
Date	Tuesday, January 22, 2002 at 11:54:08

Name:	Jack Bragin
Email:	nannerbee143@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	New York and Boca Raton, FL
Comments:	Red Solomon's brother-in-law.Versatile trumpet player.
My horns	Bach Stratavarious, F.Besson, Olds Mendez cornet, Benge flugal horn, etc.
Date	Monday, January 21, 2002 at 09:40:20

Name:	Ron Bailey Sr.
Email:	rbaileys@prmenergy.com
HomePage:	http://www.prmenergy.com
Where are you from:	Hot Springs, Arkansas
Comments:	Just reporting my Reynolds Contempora Trumpet with tuning slide trigger
My horns	Reynolds Contempora Trumpet
Date	Thursday, January 17, 2002 at 14:17:36

Name:	Harry Hawkes
Email:	dirty_harry_no1@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	England
Comments:	Love the Olds,played various trumpets inc Shilke but Olds always seems to have just that little bit more to offer. Incredible when you think that any one of them has to be at least 20+ years old now
My horns	Clark Terry Tpt and Flugal also Superstar Tpt and Cornet
Date	Thursday, January 17, 2002 at 05:41:30

Name:	Mike Park
Email:	michaelpark@avaya.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Littleton Colorado
Comments:	nice site good info I had a Olds Ambassador trombone till I was a senior in high school (1962) than got a Recording that I still have. Got another one last week for $100 (Lucky) aprox 1959 model. I
My horns	2 Olds Recording Trombones,Yamaha YSL356,and E.M.Winston Valve trombone
Date	Tuesday, January 15, 2002 at 16:57:25

Name:	Atrus
Email:	up_on_a_hill@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://www.geocities.com/smk_9487/
Where are you from:	Canada
Comments:	You've got a great site! It proved helpful while working on a school project.
My horns	Don't own one(yet) I play a crummy school one...
Date	Monday, January 14, 2002 at 19:26:42

Name:	Roddy o-iii<O
Email:	RoddyTpt@aol.com
HomePage:	http://members.aol.com/RoddyTpt/
Where are you from:	UK
Comments:	An excellent site Alan --thanks again for doing the weight table. How about the weight of the owners of these tpts. ---heheheeh!! Rgds. Roddy o-iii
My horns	SCHILKE B5L (lead) YAMAHA 6335 HGS (other)
Date	Saturday, January 12, 2002 at 03:13:58

Name:	Andre Levermann
Email:	a.levermann@web.de
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Germany
Comments:	I played so many trumpets in the last years, trying to find the ideal horn. Bought an Olds Studio from 1960 for 130 Dollar, that�s it. People spend lot of money for a Conn Vintage One or Yamaha Xeno.etc....Good for economy, but I learned my lesson at last. My Studio plays in tune,opens up when needed, sounds bright and clear ( would be a nice horn for Nicholas Payton, too) and the valves are the best on earth (galaxy ?). Thank you, Mr. Olds, and thank you,Alan, for this great site. Without it I would still blow just something.
My horns	My horns which are all sold now : Martin Committee 1946 (a great one, too) Getzen Doc Severinson Bach Strad 72* LR 25 S Bach L 25 S Bach L 43* Bach XL 43 S Bach ML 43 S Bach LR 25 L-S Benge L.A. 3 Schilke B1 Josef Monke Yamaha Z Yamaha 6345 Calicchio 3-9 Super Olds L.A. Olds Opera Olds Mendez 2 Olds Studio (one sold) Good bye !!
Date	Friday, January 11, 2002 at 05:50:39

Name:	Andrew Alcorn
Email:	alcorna@ns.sympatico.ca
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada
Comments:	great site, I am just browsing quickly, will be back. I love my new trumpet, great for all kinds of playing!
My horns	Yamaha 6310z Bobby Shew model trumpet Yamaha yfh 635t flugel Yamaha Piccolo
Date	Tuesday, January 8, 2002 at 23:13:44

Name:	Scott Meyer
Email:	beamer94@home.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Indianapolis, Indiana
Comments:	Great trumpet side. My story is similar to yours in that I played trumpet through college and put the horn down for 20 years. I played a Schilke and never had an Olds until I purchased one off eBay. It is like owning a piece of history and these old horns play great.
My horns	1950's Super and and 1950' Studio
Date	Saturday, January 5, 2002 at 17:06:07

Name:	Rich Bowman
Email:	rmbowman@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://photos.yahoo.com/bc/william_david_johnson/slideshow?&.dir=/RMBOWMAN&.src=ph&.view=t
Where are you from:	California
Comments:	Attended North Texas State. Played too many recording sessions than I care to talk about.
My horns	Bach (Bb, C, D, Picc) Yamaha Flugel
Date	Wednesday, January 2, 2002 at 19:43:28

Name:	Edwin Rosado
Email:	ed_jr07@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Vega Baja, Puerto Rico
Comments:	Thanks for all your excellent job. I like the web site, well done. I learned a lot. Can anyone offer info about the years that my mod. 43 and flugel are made. I bought both in 1985
My horns	Bach Stradivarius model 43 (s#265939);Bach Stradivarius model 37 (s#301427); Getzen 3 valve flugel horn (s#k82441)
Date	Tuesday, January 1, 2002 at 18:30:47

Name:	Eric Skinner
Email:	eskin2228@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Las Vegas, NV
Comments:	Thanks for putting in the time and effort to produce this page. It has been very helpful in reseaching the history of my dad's horn.
My horns	Olds Super Cornet, Serial #6013
Date	Tuesday, January 1, 2002 at 14:36:45

Name:	lil will
Email:	lilpt_playa@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://www.geocities.com/akateck/william.html
Where are you from:	portugal
Comments:	your site rulz man keep up the good work
My horns	i own currently 27 trumpets that are up for sale
Date	Friday, December 28, 2001 at 21:42:09

Name:	Kingsley Jew
Email:	kingsleyjew@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Toronto, Canada
Comments:	Your website is a wealth of important information.
My horns	Just in process of bidding on an Olds ambassador.
Date	Thursday, December 27, 2001 at 18:08:55

Name:	chuck mewing
Email:	dakjazz@nvc.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	aberdeen, s.d. 57402 ( box 1182)
Comments:	glad to discover my vintage of r10 olds recording tpt. that one's a keeper! interesting site - i should never have sold my ambassador tpt i see!
My horns	olds recording #769372, selmer paris 700 (5 bells)bach strad, conn victor 1952 cornet, paris besson,BM Symphonic 1900 rotary valve tpt, pocket tpt,1939 paris selmer tpt.
Date	Saturday, December 22, 2001 at 14:44:31

Name:	Andy
Email:	chrysalis_mag_7@yahoo.com
Where are you from:	Ohio
Comments:	this homepage isn't really all that helpful for myself. I was trying to find a good picture of my style trombone. Easier for me to just copy, scan, and place into a Presentation of mine.
My horns	my Old's horn is rather special. I recieved it my 8th grade year (now a Junior in H. S) as a Christmas gift. It is a Silver Old's Superstar Trombone with a F-Attachment. It's sound is great, and depending upon your breathing, really brings out the melody of your performance skills.
Date	Thursday, December 20, 2001 at 18:08:05

Name:	Guus Dohmen
Email:	guus_dohmen@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Ittevoort Netherlands
Comments:	very nice site
My horns	Olds Mendez '62 Trumpet, Super Olds '56, Stomvi Piccolo, Schilke X3 Bb trumpet, Schilke S-22 C trumpet, Schilke XA1 cornet, Yamaha 631 flugelhorn.
Date	Thursday, December 20, 2001 at 17:27:47

Name:	Guus Dohmenj
Email:	guus_dohmen@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Ittevoort Netherlands
Comments:	very nice site
My horns	Olds Mendez '62 Trumpet, Super Olds '56, Stomvi Piccolo, Schilke X3 Bb trumpet, Schilke S-22 C trumpet, Schilke XA1 cornet, Yamaha 631 flugelhorn.
Date	Thursday, December 20, 2001 at 17:24:43

Name:	Dave Summer
Email:	davesummer@summersong.net
HomePage:	http://www.summersong.net
Where are you from:	MA
Comments:	Enjoyed the site.
My horns	Chicago Benge Bb, Yamaha Heavy Wall C.
Date	Thursday, December 20, 2001 at 13:19:47

Name:	Al Alarcon
Email:	rp5723@email.mot.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Mesa, Arizona
Comments:	Enjoyed your web page with all that info.
My horns	Trumpets: Olds-Special, Reynolds, and a new Blessing. I have three boys, 15, 13, 10 who are all playing trumpets in school band.
Date	Tuesday, December 18, 2001 at 10:48:51

Name:	Barry Macaluso
Email:	thebarry000@cs.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Hoboken, NJ
Comments:	thanks for your research and info very much appreciated in researching my cornet SN3317
My horns	in addition to quite a few non olds 2 Specials and a very early cornet 3317
Date	Sunday, December 16, 2001 at 20:37:48

Name:	Bart Olson
Email:	bartolson@harbornet.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Gig Harbor, Wa.
Comments:	I cruised through your website in pursuit of information on the french olds trumpet - my serial number is 3200. I drew a blank. Can you provide any assistance? What is it comparable to? How does it compare to the standard, super, studio, recording or ? olds trumpets. Any help?
My horns	French Olds trumpet, Getzin flueglehorn
Date	Saturday, December 15, 2001 at 14:32:00

Name:	Bart Olson
Email:	bartolson@harbornet.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Gig Harbor, Wa.
Comments:	I cruised through your website in pursuit of information on the french olds trumpet - my serial number is 3200. I drew a blank. Can you provide any assistance? What is it comparable to? How does it compare to the standard, super, studio, recording or ? olds trumpets. Any help?
My horns	French Olds trumpet Getzin flueglehorn
Date	Saturday, December 15, 2001 at 14:31:27

Name:	Gower Brown
Email:	gowerb@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Newfoundland Canada
Comments:	I was looking for information on the FE Olds & Sons Alto Saxophone, Serial number, if of any use, 28898. Its has a great deal of personal meaning to me and I was woundering if anyone knew were I could find more information on it. I must add that the serial number listing was the first time I found what year it was made. Keep up the great work. Gower Brown St. Johns Newfoundland Canada gowerb@hotmail.com
Date	Friday, December 14, 2001 at 19:04:51

Name:	Jan Simonsen
Email:	mitzie.jan@get2net.dk
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Denmark
Comments:	Great site. Just started to play trumpet.
My horns	Olds Clark Terry serielnummer 995941
Date	Tuesday, December 11, 2001 at 16:35:19

Name:	David Rich / Architect
Email:	dtrarch@exo.com
HomePage:	http://www.dtrarchitect.com
Where are you from:	Mission Viejo Calif
Comments:	Studied with Pappy Mitchell age 8-16 Have his original Recorder Horn SN 6086 sold to me by Pappy when I was student. Still plays great. Great website and thanks for all the info.
My horns	Olds Recorder text horn Olds Ambassador SN 5843
Date	Tuesday, December 11, 2001 at 14:12:52

Name:	Troy E. Bouyear
Email:	tbouyear@pjecc.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Clinton, Arkansas
Comments:	Just found thid site yesterday & happy I did. I have been playing an Olds Recording since 1959. Have been looking at an Recording coronet. Now I have many questions answered about my horn and the one I want to buy.
My horns	Olds Recording. A Christmas & Birthday gift from my Grandmother in Dec. 1959 when I was a freshman in college. The serial # is 139056.
Date	Friday, December 7, 2001 at 09:13:55

Name:	David Brash
Email:	david.brash@talk21.com
HomePage:	http://
Comments:	I play in Scotland and liked your site. Like the Olds, don't see many here.
My horns	Bach Strads and Getzen
Date	Friday, December 7, 2001 at 06:51:33

Name:	G. M. Beery
Email:	flat5gmb@juno.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Fort Wayne, Indiana
Comments:	Had a great time perusing the site and its various features. Especially enjoyed reading some of the comments submitted by other site visitors. I've been a professional trombonist and writer/arranger for 25 years and recently have become an F. E. Olds fan and owner. The historical information gleaned here has been very interesting and informative. I've also recently become the proud owner of an early 70's Recording model slip horn. These instruments are like no other and I'm honored to have one. I intend to collect and actively play others. On the lookout for a Super Olds circa early 50's.
My horns	A 90's Conn 89H, a Miraphone soprano trombone, an early 70's Blessing flugelhorn, a late 60's Blessing Scholastic 'bone and a sterling Bach Stradavarius 42B with lightweight nickel alloy slide
Date	Thursday, December 6, 2001 at 19:17:21

Name:	Swingbone
Email:	swingbone2@aol.com
HomePage:	http://www.nobodycareslb.com
Where are you from:	Long Beach, CA
Comments:	I just bought a 1946-47 serial #20789, Olds Super Trombone that was completely relaquered and cleaned. It is in excellent condition. No other trombone compares to this one. I use it to play in a reggae band from Long Beach, CA called Nobody Cares. I'm glad I was able to get my hands on this trombone. Thanks for all the information on this website, it has really helped alot to learn about F.E. Olds, I really respect the guy for making such beautiful horns.
My horns	Olds Super Trombone, Yamaha student trombone, Bundy student trombone, Conn cornet, Selmer alto sax.
Date	Wednesday, December 5, 2001 at 15:36:50

Name:	Jerry Hines
Email:	jhines@eskimo.com
HomePage:	http://www.alcan5000.com
Where are you from:	Seattle, Washington, USA
Comments:	Played from grade school through college, and enjoyed it a lot. Finished a music minor too, which is good because it's lots easier to keep up with listening than performing! (Strictly a spectator these days...).
My horns	1963 Olds Recording, #428435. Owned since new, this was my second trumpet (I "graduated" from an Olds Ambassador as a high school sophmore).
Date	Tuesday, December 4, 2001 at 01:24:16

Name:	Merrill Perret
Email:	mperret@sympatico.ca
HomePage:	http://www1.sympatico.ca/
Where are you from:	Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Comments:	I enjoyed looking at the Olds info on offer. Re: my Olds Special Cornet: I addressed the mouthpiece problem by changing the receiver. The lacquer was shot anyway, so I put a new standard-bore receiver on the lead pipe, taking care to maintain the proper tube length and fit. (It seems to work well, although I realize a purist would be horrified. I couldn't find a mouthpiece to fit, and hadn't discovered your website at that time.)
My horns	'67 Olds Ambassador (my first horn), Olds Special Cornet (~'37), Bach Bflat Model 72, Jupiter Bflat pocket tp, ( + noname euphonium, mellophone, french horn.)
Date	Friday, November 30, 2001 at 13:39:12

Name:	Aaron Laflen
Email:	Aaronlaflen@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Milwaukie, OR
Comments:	Olds trumpets are the absolute perfection of musical interests.
My horns	I currently own a 1962 Olds "Opera". S.N. : 259359
Date	Tuesday, November 27, 2001 at 21:43:54

Name:	John Wright
Email:	jwright@adceng.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Palos Verdes, CA
Comments:	Purchased my horn from So. California Music Store around late 1947 while attending Hamilton High in West LA. In perfect condition and played daily.
My horns	Olds Standard SS#20521. Still use original Olds mouth pieces #3. Horn still in original case.
Date	Monday, November 26, 2001 at 00:00:55

Name:	Dennis & James Brannon
Email:	peb100@juno.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Atlanta
Comments:	Linked here from Rich Ita's Brass Workshop page. Rich is a great guy. Enjoyed your web-site as well. We're not connoiseur's of horns - Olds or otherwise, but James (almost 14 years of age) is playing one that came into our family as a used instrument in the 60's. We had an emergency visit to Rich's for a bent valve repair. Lacquer is all gone. Thinking of silver-coating it for marching band. Do you think that's a bad idea?
My horns	We also own a Holton Collegiate cornet that has been around for 40 years as well as a Conn baritone (3-valve) with swivel bell. All three horns are roughly same vintage I guess.
Date	Sunday, November 25, 2001 at 23:35:14

Name:	Zuie
Email:	polaris@joltmail.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	The middle of nowhere
Comments:	Thank you O so much for having your site up. I've been able to decipher almost everything I need to know about my one and only trumpet (which before today, I thought it was a very bad, old trumpet).
My horns	55 or 56 Olds Ambassador
Date	Thursday, November 22, 2001 at 22:15:27

Name:	Gene Monteith
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Westerville OH
Comments:	I grew up playing the violin, dropped it during high school and college, then picked it back up -- as well as mandolin -- later in life. Never thought I'd blow a horn. But during the past two years, as my daughter became involved in high school band, I started researching trumpets in order to know what I was doing when we bought her first "professional" horn. I began to wish I knew how to play, so at age 45 -- based on the information found here and elsewhere -- I have just purchased my first trumpet: a 1962, refurbished Ambassador from eBay. The lacquer has been removed to reveal a beautiful red brass horn, which my daughter says plays great. Now all I need is a teacher!
My horns	1962 Olds Ambassador
Date	Tuesday, November 20, 2001 at 16:04:06

Name:	Chuck M.
Email:	chmathe@aol
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	U.S
Comments:	Greetings from Fluegel player!
My horns	Many
Date	Monday, November 19, 2001 at 16:55:33

Name:	Marion Davidson
Email:	wa8mfl@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Michigan
Comments:	Trying to find out more about the cornet bought in 1940 for me by my parents and now used by my daughter.
Date	Friday, November 16, 2001 at 11:59:48

Name:	Farrar Hudkins
Email:	fhudkins@uno.edu
HomePage:	http://www.loyno.edu/~fhudkins
Where are you from:	New Orleans, LA
Comments:	Why did the trombone player use Brilcreme on his slide? Because it gave him a fuzzy tone ...
My horns	Bach Strad ML37, Bach Strad L25 (reverse leadpipe), Bach Strad L229 (tuning bell), all silver plate (or what's left of it after all these years). And an old Conn cornet and Bach flugel, don't know the model numbers, both lacquered brass.
Date	Thursday, November 15, 2001 at 01:29:05

Name:	Dennis Jenkins
Email:	www.djstoything@nocharge.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Tacoma ,Washington
Comments:	Hi, I Just aquired a horn and it simply says THE OLDS made by F. E. ODLS & SON on the bell. It appears to be identical to your horn you call "My 1930 "The Olds The serial is #4204. It appears to be silver. Except for a few bumps it looks really well. Can you give me an idea of the value? I know nothing about brass instruments, but with my discription and your site I think it might be 68 sum odd years old is that right? I found it at a second hand shop for $16.00 Is it that common of an instrument or did I just become real lucky?
My horns	I play and have a half dozen guitars but I collect and buy different instruments for decor.
Date	Tuesday, November 13, 2001 at 13:09:43

Name:	Al St.Jean
Email:	alandaudrey@juno.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Venice, Fl
Comments:	Have not played in 50 years!! Had 1949 Selmer reconditioned and now have a revived interest.
My horns	Selmer (Signet). Bought new in Portland ,Maine in 1949.
Date	Tuesday, November 13, 2001 at 06:52:36

Name:	Rich Hayton
Email:	richayton@home.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Jefferson City, MO
Comments:	My first trombone was Olds Ambassador, bought new in 1952 when I was 10. Recently found one almost identical in excellent condition, am playing it in addition to Conn 6H. Enjoy your site
My horns	Olds Ambassador Trombone c. 1959 Conn 6H
Date	Monday, November 12, 2001 at 21:38:00

Name:	Roger Miller
Email:	roger.l.miller
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Wauconda, Illinois 60084
Comments:	After 25 years, I have begun to play my Getzen flugelhorn (it looks more like a flumpet). Any way I need to get my trumpet up and going so I can get back in shape. Thank you for having this web site. Hope you van Help.
My horns	pretty old Getzen flugalhorn Holton coranet.
Date	Monday, November 12, 2001 at 21:15:11

Name:	k
HomePage:	http://
Comments:	I have anOlds Ambasader Cornet could you please put a picture of oneup..
Date	Monday, November 12, 2001 at 19:03:34

Name:	Chuck Best
Email:	sunbar208@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	North ID & Central CA
Comments:	I have an Olds trumpet serial No. 728 w/LM designation. Unlaquered brass bell.Appearantly hand hammered and dimpled to first valve. My Dad owned it probably from the early thirties. I started playing it in 1943.
My horns	Olds trumpet Ser. no. 728 German side valve purch early 30's Paris cornet purch mid 40's Slide trumpet purchased-early 30's
Date	Monday, November 12, 2001 at 15:22:16

Name:	ray thomen
Email:	rthomen@golfpro.occoxmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	lake forest, california
Comments:	great site. lots of excellent info. good luck.
My horns	Holton MF Horn, Olds mendez(57-58), Chicago Benge (s# 2660), King liberty, Reynolds medalist, Holton collegiate, Conn Constellation (55), Getzen Severinson (sk21576), Flugel-Benge 5
Date	Monday, November 12, 2001 at 14:27:50

Name:	kurt schlesinger
Email:	kinkykrazykurt@yahoo.com.au
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	australia
Comments:	Thanks alan i just picked up a olds for 125 dollars ser a21892 i think is was made in 1957 its been around a bitits missing bottom lugs down the bottom but i love it great web site mate keep up the good work ps are benge and olds a little bit the same they must have had same workers at some point cu
Date	Monday, November 12, 2001 at 00:17:24

Name:	Randy Evans
Email:	revans123@mediaone.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Visalia, CA
Comments:	Thanks for all of your hard work! This is a teriffic collection of information regarding Olds trumpets. I am glad to have the reference information.
My horns	I have an Olds Ambassador #716635. It was purchased for me in the mid to late 60's when I was an elementry school student in Rolling Meadows, IL. As happens with some trumpet players, I switched to baritone and trombone in Jr. High and High School but I only kept my trumpet.
Date	Sunday, November 11, 2001 at 23:20:28

Name:	Kevin Myers
Email:	m_kevin_georgia@yahoo.com
Where are you from:	Alpharetta , GA
Comments:	Great Site.. Just getting back into playing after a 4 yr layoff. Looking for a Bach Mercury Model Trumpet to replace my old one that got stolen many years ago. Also thinking about joining the same commmunity band you're in.
My horns	Custom Bb (My Heinz 57) Was built for me by a close friend & an excellent repair man. Bach ML Body, F. Besson Bell, Louisville Lead pipe, Custom Bach Slides
Date	Tuesday, November 6, 2001 at 23:22:03

Name:	Tim Chadwick
Email:	chadwick@advi.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	western North Carolina
Comments:	parents got me an Amb. cornet in 1962 for 5th gr. band/still have it/only in recent yrs have I come to appreciate how good Olds was/is
My horns	Amb. cornet; Amb. trumpet; Olds mellophone (the old type that resembles a Fr horn); I need a mpc for it though.anybody got one?
Date	Monday, November 5, 2001 at 22:50:27

Name:	James Atkinson
Email:	atkijp99christs-hospital.org.uk
HomePage:	n/a
Where are you from:	north oxfordshire /west sussex, England
Comments:	like the website well done
My horns	yamaha 1366
Date	Saturday, November 3, 2001 at 15:52:56

Name:	Tasha
Email:	perfect_lil_me1@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	T.O
Comments:	really good page except for 1 thing...i was like doing this project and i needed lablings of the trumpet pieces...if you could add that in it'd be kewl thanks
Date	Monday, October 29, 2001 at 22:59:17

Name:	Leonardo Ariel Flores
Email:	duffskapunk@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://www.duffs.8k.com
Where are you from:	Argentina Tolosa (La Plata)
Comments:	hi, I want to someone send me a Trumpet lesson by e-mail , or some tabs .
My horns	Couesnon 105.RUE FAYETTE (Paris ,France)
Date	Sunday, October 28, 2001 at 22:00:47

Name:	Rich Hillman
Email:	rich@rauntreelake.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Lee's Summit, MO
Comments:	Played an Olds Ambasador Cornet thru High School. Decided to try playing again. Can I get a Water Key adaptation?
My horns	Olds Recording Trumpet
Date	Friday, October 26, 2001 at 19:05:56

Name:	Jeroen Jongeling
Email:	jpgjongeling@zonnet.nl
HomePage:	http://www.geocities.com/jpgjongeling
Where are you from:	Netherlands
Comments:	How cool! I finally found a site with info about Olds. I'm recently the owner of a 1963 ambassador cornet. I also would like to get a super recording b-flat trumpet. Still looking on ebay. Keep the site alive, I'm putting a link on mine!
My horns	Hub Van Laar-Ctrp. Dutch custom builder. Bach Strad.37-Bb-trp. Belcanto-Ctrp. Kanstul-A/Bb pic.trp. Olds Ambassador-Bb cornet.
Date	Friday, October 26, 2001 at 18:43:22

Name:	brian
Email:	deranged87@home.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	NJ
Comments:	Do you know where I can get a case for my Olds Recording? My grandpa gave it to me, and he made a case for it, cuz he bought it without a case. The case is huge and heavy, and I don't want to carry it around all the time. Do you know a website where I could find a case?
Date	Wednesday, October 24, 2001 at 21:47:18

Name:	Patrick Delile
Email:	pdelile@9online.fr
Where are you from:	Paris France
Comments:	Nice informations. I learned a lot. I have a 1939 Olds catalogue with valuable informations.
My horns	About 300. I am collector and amateur jazz player. I love particularly my super Olds recording trumpet. My collection is about 150 French cornets and trumpets and the same number of american instruments
Date	Monday, October 22, 2001 at 16:12:35

Name:	Lewis S. Graham, Jr.
Email:	l.s.grahamjr@att.worldnet.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Pennsylvania
Comments:	Your page was helpful to identify an Olds trombone. Thank you
My horns	King, Benge, Holton,(trombones) Mirafone (tuba)
Date	Sunday, October 21, 2001 at 11:07:30

Name:	Dan Newell
Email:	dan.newell@att.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	American Fork, Utah
Comments:	My first horn was a new 1958 Olds Ambassador cornet. I played it from the 7th grade on, through high school, college and a few years in the army bands before purchasing my first professional trumpet. I thought it did just fine. I never looked back after retiring the the old cornet; watching it slowly being destroyed by my children. If I only knew then what I know now. Thank you for the site. It has brought back many fond memories.
My horns	Schilke B6L, Selmer K-Modified, Conn Connstellation, Getzen 4 valve flugelhorn.
Date	Saturday, October 20, 2001 at 01:33:28

Name:	Adam McKee
Email:	adam563@juno.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Lincoln Ne
Comments:	your page is really cool i always look forward to viewing other trumpet enthusists pages -thanks
My horns	Bach Stradivarious model 37 ML, Elkhart Indina; 1967 Olds Studio, Sacramento california; Conn Doc Severensen Model 1000B
Date	Wednesday, October 17, 2001 at 20:24:18

Name:	Adam McKee
Email:	adam563@juno.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Lincoln Ne
Comments:	your page is really cool i always look forward to viewing other trumpet enthusists pages -thanks
My horns	Bach Stradivarious model 37 ML 1967 Olds Studio, Sacramento california Conn Doc Severensen Model 1000B
Date	Wednesday, October 17, 2001 at 20:23:31

Name:	Jonathan Martin
Email:	lead342@yahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Chattanooga, TN
Comments:	Thanks Alan so much for keeping the memory alive. I have played and loved Olds horns all my life. I started with an Ambassador, and I currently play a refinished Recording. It's the finest instrument I have ever played, and it is my pride and joy. Once again, thank you very much for providing this site on the web, I have found it to be a very valuable resource on the instrument I love so much. As Always Jonathan Martin
My horns	1954 Olds Recording 139xxx 1956 Olds Recording 203xxx 1927 CG Conn 2B ???? LA Benge Claude Gordon
Date	Wednesday, October 17, 2001 at 19:44:24

Name:	Al Carey+
Email:	almarycarey@att.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Hansville, Wa.
Comments:	Played at Garfield High School in Seattle with Quincy Jones, A real gentleman. I saw him last year at our 50th re-union. He is doing a musical on the life of Sammy Davis jr. I'm nearly 70 and not playing much but still find a lot of relaxation in playing at home and occasionally at chyrch.
My horns	I have my dads horn, he was the band director of the 7th Div. Band at the Presidio until he passed away in 1951. It's a "US" Reynolds silver plated ser# 15583. I also have a Henri "Selmer" of Paris Brass lacquered trumpet that I picked up at a pawn shop in the mid 70s ser#3342. Great shape and terrific valve action. Some one told me they thought it was a James model??? Lastly , a Conn "cornet/trumpet", tri toned Rose, brass and silver ser# 869470 Can anyone offer info and/or history of these horns? I have a trumpet case in good condition for a Selmer 2degree radial if anyone is interested. Thanks, Al Carey.
Date	Sunday, October 14, 2001 at 21:24:31

Name:	Bill Jones
Email:	harlime@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Canada
Comments:	I once had an Olds Special and am interested in acquiring a Mendez
My horns	Selmer trumpet circa l954 Getzen Eterna cornet
Date	Sunday, October 14, 2001 at 14:41:00

Name:	Jeremy Battles
Email:	smkydb@home.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Great Falls, Montana
Comments:	Great site- the only one to offer such a broad range of info on Olds horns. Have you considered adding a discussion forum? I'm sure that one would generate some very interesting threads by Olds owners.
My horns	'48 Super trumpet #22223 that has been de-dented and refurbished at least twice, but is still an excellent player. Also a '72 Special trumpet, which upon recent purchase on eBay, was virtually like-new and has never been refurbished. I'm still breaking it in, as old as it is. If there's a horn brand that plays better than an Olds, I haven't found it.
Date	Saturday, October 13, 2001 at 18:58:21

Name:	Lauchlin M. Rozier
Email:	lauchlin@rose.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Thomasville, GA
Comments:	Trying to get estimate of value for cornet for trade or donation to local school band. Can't Seem to date it by serial #.
My horns	Olds Recording Cornet, F.E. Olds and Son, #166334. Gold Finish. Very Good Condition. Original Case.
Date	Thursday, October 11, 2001 at 21:52:50

Name:	John David Turner
Email:	wicopee@yahoo.com
HomePage:	http://www.allthegooddomainnamesweretaken.com/
Where are you from:	Oregon
Comments:	Great site! Thanks for the info relating serial number to date of manufacture.
My horns	Early 50's Mendez Trumpet Late 50's Super Trumpet (my first horn) Unknown vintage Martin Euphonium
Date	Wednesday, October 10, 2001 at 02:39:59

Name:	T. Bone
Email:	Subkontrabass@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Comments:	Your attention to detail and contents is exc. HOWEVER, There are plenty of brass players who own/play Olds Brass who are not trumpet/cornet players. If you know more info on other Olds Brass you should put it up. If not, lets spread the word to the rest of the Brass world.
My horns	Olds Ambas. Trombone - c.1975- hey, it still plays pretty well
Date	Monday, October 8, 2001 at 05:04:59

Name:	Kurt Baxter
Email:	medsprings1@yahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Oregon
Comments:	great site
My horns	olds special, elkhart (beater)
Date	Sunday, October 7, 2001 at 23:42:57

Name:	Andries Habraken
Email:	andrieshabraken@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	The Netherlands
Comments:	Nice site! Now I now the age of my trumpet !
My horns	Olds Ambassador Trumpet S/N: 245826 in perfect condition !
Date	Sunday, October 7, 2001 at 08:00:56

Name:	Jim Scott
Email:	jm_scott@Bellsouth.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Gainesville,FL
Comments:	I am a 50 yr player w/35 yr gap! Trying to get started again also--so I enjoyed your trumpet history. It took 32 pg on the web to find you..thanks!
My horns	1946 Olds Standard ser#17140 which I worked all summer as a hi-sch soph mowing yards to buy. It still plays pretty well(reconditioned once)
Date	Tuesday, October 2, 2001 at 08:34:19

Name:	L.Arseneau
Email:	lindz_27@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Ontario,Canada
Comments:	goo resource for projects and well organized!!
Date	Sunday, September 30, 2001 at 17:47:15

Name:	Al Hibbett
Email:	hibbetta@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	St. Louis, MO
Comments:	I'm just making the switch from my Schilke X3 with berylium bell to my brother-in-law's Super Olds. Wow, what a great horn. Super valves, playing scales is so easy!! It's also far easier to center pitches. Amazing, wish it was plated in silver.
My horns	Schilke X3 berylium brass bell. Bach ml strad. mouthpiece: yamaha's lead by Bobby Shew
Date	Tuesday, September 25, 2001 at 13:54:46

Name:	Max van alphen
Email:	M.vanalphen@spijkenisse.nl
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	The Netherlands
Comments:	Nice Site. Could you help me identifying my Reynolds trumpet? It has a bell of a horn and it is in F thanks a lot!!! Max
My horns	a fake King Silver Flair Reynolds Bass Trumpet?
Date	Monday, September 24, 2001 at 15:08:07

Name:	Robert Carroll
Email:	mbsbuyer@juno.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Virginia
Comments:	Thanks for setting up a great site.
My horns	My son is renting an Olds trumpet, serial number 528310, for the school band. If the information in Lars Kirmser's site applies, it was made in 1965 or 1966, but it looks new. Did anyone else sell under the Olds name with a new sequence of serial numbers?
Date	Saturday, September 22, 2001 at 21:03:10

Name:	Brian
Email:	deranged87@home.com
HomePage:	http://www.angelfire.com/nj3/deranged2005/
Where are you from:	NJ
Comments:	Nice site. I'm pretty happy I could find some info on my Olds Recording. My grandpa gave it to me when i was in 4th grade (I'm in 9th now). I like it a lot.
My horns	Olds Recording
Date	Friday, September 21, 2001 at 21:19:20

Name:	John Beresford
Email:	john@lyefield.freeserve.co.uk
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Scotland
Comments:	Do you know of a company I have seen on e-bay that sells reconditioned Olds horns. Told a friend about them who is looking for an Olds but can't find their site now! May be Alaska Horns or similar....
My horns	Yamaha 6345HGS II
Date	Friday, September 21, 2001 at 17:44:40

Name:	Mark Sprong
Email:	mark@sprong.cc
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Enkhuizen, The Netherlands
Comments:	I was looking up the serial of my horn to see what the approx. age was and came accross your site. Excellent stuff here! I have bought my Cornet in a musicshop in Amsterdam (bulk import from US I reckon) It has been completely re-laquered. Wonderfull horn and it looks almost new! Cheers, Mark
My horns	Old Ambassador Cornet, S/N: 240762
Date	Friday, September 21, 2001 at 08:07:54

Name:	JP Flanery
Email:	mrbezoar@home.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Oregon
Comments:	Thanks for all the wonderful info.. Just got a horn from my step father who was going to put it in the garage sale.. A mint 1969 ambassador trumpet and case. It's been laying around his house for 25+ years without being played.. He had found it in a travel trailer he bought in 1972.. The first horn I played was an olds cornet back in 1970! I've started to play again after 25 years! this horn plays soooo nice.. "Yahoooooooo"! JP..
Date	Thursday, September 20, 2001 at 20:25:54

Name:	Josh Cook
Email:	smartguy325@yahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Hickory Mississippi
Comments:	Y'all have great info about Olds instuments.
My horns	I have a Mendez trumpet that i have used since the sixth grade. My grandma gave it to me.
Date	Sunday, September 16, 2001 at 16:39:03

Name:	James McDaniel
Email:	annegrace @ aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	memphis tn.
Comments:	I play an olds recording #541075 I bought new when I was in the 7th or 8th grade.
My horns	I just purshased a olds ambassader off of ebay
Date	Saturday, September 15, 2001 at 23:10:15

Name:	Ken Ballew
Email:	kennethballew@msn.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Nashville, TN
Comments:	Very fine and informative site. The site has renewed and expanded my interest in Olds. I am now seeking a Super or Recording model trumpet.
My horns	current: Ambassador (1960's) past: 1962 Mendez (purchased in 1963, traded it in 1964 for Bass guitar. I still miss it.)
Date	Wednesday, September 5, 2001 at 21:56:50

Name:	Mark Bergthold
Email:	mbergthold@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Southern California
Comments:	Great site - appreciate the info.
My horns	Olds Studio 1966
Date	Tuesday, September 4, 2001 at 15:33:34

Name:	Chris
Email:	ksukid05@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Tejas!!
Comments:	By far the best Olds site made
My horns	King Legend Bach Strad (marching horn) 1953 Olds Super
Date	Sunday, September 2, 2001 at 12:31:46

Name:	Chris
Email:	ksukid05@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Tejas!!
Comments:	By far the best Olds site made
My horns	King Legend Bach Strad (marching horn) 1953 Super Olds
Date	Sunday, September 2, 2001 at 12:31:32

Name:	Marcia Roebuck
Email:	blackboy_mo@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	St. Thomas US. Virgin Islands
Comments:	I am interested in purchasing a student crome trumpet for my son who is presently enrolled in the marching band at Charlotte Amalie High School. I would appreciate it very much if you could assist me with a good one and the price. Thank-you in advance.
My horns	Trumpet
Date	Saturday, September 1, 2001 at 21:08:51

Name:	Colin Dawson
Email:	Colin.Dawson@t-online.de
Where are you from:	England (I now live in Frankfurt, Germany)
Comments:	It's nice to know I'm not alone! I've been playing my Recording since it was built (around 1979).
My horns	Olds Recording. As far as I know there were few built after mine. If you want to check, I have Number 988419. it still sings !!
Date	Wednesday, August 29, 2001 at 18:31:50

Name:	Jeff Mahoney
Email:	jeff@cybertrumpet.com
HomePage:	http://www.cybertrumpet.com
Where are you from:	Canada
Comments:	Thanks alan for all of your hard work for all of us "Olds Heads". I play an Olds recording trumpet and an Olds Flugel and love them both. The search is over! thanks again and I will visit often!
My horns	Olds Recording, Olds Super Bb's and the Olds Flugelhorn!
Date	Sunday, August 26, 2001 at 15:17:03

Name:	Neal Mullard
Email:	buster@theriver.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	oracle (tucso)arizona
Comments:	I am an Olds buff? I have a Super Cornet and a 50's Olds Studio. I enjoy your research. You could say I grew up on Olds because I came from Northern California in the 50/s
My horns	Olds Super Cornet, Olds Studio Cornet. Selmer Paris Cornet and Getzen Eterna.
Date	Sunday, August 26, 2001 at 11:20:54

Name:	Dan Ringer
Email:	dringer@wvbar.org
HomePage:	http://www.ringerlaw.com
Where are you from:	Morgantown, WV
Comments:	I can't tell you how often I refer to your site. It is an absolute treasure. I,too, am a "comeback player." The real player in our family is our son, Darren.
My horns	Enough to drive my wife crazy.
Date	Sunday, August 26, 2001 at 11:20:14

Name:	Larry E Prigg
Email:	larry26@earthlink.net
HomePage:	none
Where are you from:	Snohomish, WA
Comments:	What a great site. I have in my posession 2 Olds trumpets, which I'll de-scribe in more detail with an email.
My horns	Olds Custom 1931, a Super Olds 1937??? an Ambassador. Benge, Claude Gordon Model plus several other trumpets & cornets(an old Courtois shepards crook cornet)
Date	Saturday, August 25, 2001 at 04:20:19

Name:	Bill
Email:	gdb2@psu.edu
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Central Penna.
Comments:	Just bought a bugle on Ebay with USN on the bell and CONN OPERA on the mouthpiece. Believe it came from the USS So. Carolina (1910-21). Did Conn make military instruments? Help!
My horns	Bugle marked USN and 26 on the Bell and CONN OPERA on the mouthpiece. (Ebay purchase)
Date	Monday, August 20, 2001 at 21:23:36

Name:	John Enloe
Email:	jenloe@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Raleigh, NC
Comments:	Great page. Keep up the good work. Thanks for all the great information.
My horns	Olds Special cornet, Olds Super trumpet, Olds The Standard trumpet and a lot of other horns.
Date	Saturday, August 18, 2001 at 22:16:46

Name:	Richard C. Brown
Email:	richard@haywardbrown.com
HomePage:	http://www.haywardbrown.com
Where are you from:	Daytona Beach, FL
Comments:	I enjoy your site. I'm interested in the history of the Mendez
My horns	I have two Olds Mendez Trumpets. One given to me by my parent in 1959 when I was a freshman in high school.#279559 I started playing again 7 years ago. Bought a second mendez last week. #643446. I also have a Kanstul Fleugel horn and a Yamaha C trumpet, both new in the last few years
Date	Thursday, August 16, 2001 at 16:40:46

Name:	Michelle Mann
Email:	Roxie62617@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Burlington, N.C
Comments:	I think that you should put sound bytes of your playing on here. I'm sure that you are very good and would like to here it!
My horns	I have a Selmer trumpet.
Date	Tuesday, August 7, 2001 at 19:45:25

Name:	sam mccright
Email:	sammccright@cs.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Terrell, Tx
Comments:	enjoy looking up year of horn.
My horns	1933 olds super 1945 olds super
Date	Saturday, July 21, 2001 at 00:19:26

Name:	Tim Wygant
Email:	skoolmom@earthlink.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Delaware
Comments:	Neat site. The brass world is still mourning the demise of the Olds Company. While I never owned one of their "step up" horns, the Ambassador is probably the best starter ever made. I've owned two - the one I started on and the one I bought used to start my son out on.
My horns	Currently I play on a Schilke B5L with both the standard and beryllium bells. It replaced a pre-UMI Silver Flair. My other horns include a "French" Besson Meha 4-valve piccolo, a custom Couesnon Flugelhorn, an original "Rudy Muck" trumpet that was my Dad's and a Bb Rotary valve curiosity made by Max Schmelz in Paffau, Bavaria about 100 years ago.
Date	Friday, July 20, 2001 at 17:00:19

Name:	Tim Wygant
Email:	skoolmom@earthlink.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Delaware
Comments:	Neat site. The brass world is still mourning the demise of the Olds Company. While I never owned one of their "step up" horns, the Ambassador is probably the best starter ever made. I've owned two - the one I started on and the one I bought used to start my son out on.
My horns	Currently I play on a Schilke B5L with both the standard and beryllium bells. It replaced a pre-UMI Silver Flair. My other horns include a "French" Besson Meha 4-valve piccolo, a custom Couesnon Flugelhorn, an original "Rudy Muck" trumpet that was my Dad's and a Bb Rotary valve curiosity made by Max Schmelz in Paffau, Bavaria about 100 years ago.
Date	Friday, July 20, 2001 at 16:59:56

Name:	Don Strickland
Email:	dorstrick@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Portland, Maine
Comments:	Love your site - great tribute to Olds. My first horn was an Ambassador cornet that I bought with about a year's saved allowance. It's hard to overstate the importance of having a quality horn to learn on, and even now the Olds is hard to beat.
My horns	Getzen Eterna cornet (1980), Bach #37 trumpet (1978), Conn Victor cornet (ca 1922)
Date	Tuesday, July 17, 2001 at 21:59:01

Name:	Jack Bohm
Email:	trombonelover1@yahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Toledo OH
Comments:	Great website. Most Informative on many aspects of trumpet playing.
My horns	A '62 or '63 Olds Special Trumpet and A Yamaha YSL-643II Tenor Trombone. My younger brother has a very rare '46 Olds Super Recording Cornet(by far his favorite of all- the original owner was my late grandfather, who had it from '46 to '90), a Stomvi Classica Bb, and a Conn 86-B C trumpet
Date	Saturday, July 14, 2001 at 23:57:44

Name:	Decock Luc
Email:	Luc.Decock@Hafabra.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Belgium - Europe
Comments:	Terrific site! Can somebody help me with following ? Where on the instrument can I find the modelnumber of a STOMVI Elite Bb trumpet ? Somebody tries to sell one by e-mail. I have to be sure before I buy. Thanks for info!
My horns	Bach Strad 180ML37
Date	Wednesday, July 11, 2001 at 10:23:14

Name:	Alan Miller
Email:	windjamr1260@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Boyertown, PA
Comments:	I've had my Olds trumpet since about 1969. I still enjoy playing it. It has taken me many places. Germany, Bristol R.I., Washington D.C., and just last week ( July 4 ), the Boyertown Alumni Marching Unit played at the Disney parade down Main Street, Magic Kingdom.
My horns	Olds Ambassador trumpet Julius Keilwerth Toneking trumpet
Date	Tuesday, July 10, 2001 at 22:01:01

Name:	D.Miles Faherty
Email:	Milessax@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Ft.Worth,Tx.
Comments:	I like your web site.I'm a brass & woodwind repairman and have always thought highly of Olds horns.Please put me on your mailing list.Thanks
My horns	Im a sax player and repairman(NAPBIRT 'Master Clinician'Guild)
Date	Thursday, July 5, 2001 at 16:04:12

Name:	Charlie Unkeless
Email:	charlieu@pacificnet.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Los Angeles
Comments:	I also started playing again and really enjoy practicing and performing. I like Louie of course but also the hard bop and cool school of the 50's and 60's.
My horns	Bach 72L lightweight made in 1980's. Benge Pocket Trumpet 1992. Conn Shepards Crook Cornet circa 1911. I just played a K Mod Selmer today and I want to buy it.
Date	Saturday, June 30, 2001 at 01:02:11

Name:	Stanford Thompson
Email:	principaltrumpet@music.com
HomePage:	http://www.phinicalwebdesigns.com
Where are you from:	Decatur, GA
Comments:	Alan, this is truly a great website about your horns. You may not know the name off hand, but I played in the youth orchestra with Laura this season, and i was it's principal trumpeter. Your wife gave me this URL a while ago, but i thought i signed the book. I am not a BIG fan of vintage horns, but i've learned a ton from this website, wants me to start a collection of my own :) Take care.
My horns	Yamaha B-Flat (TR6335HS) Bach Stradivarius (C180 - 239 - 25H)
Date	Friday, June 29, 2001 at 18:08:00

Name:	ED GEIMER
Email:	EGEIMER@AOL.COM
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
Comments:	I love Olds trombones. I am constantly looking for old Ambassadors for my students to use. They are great horns and usable on a professional level. My first good horn in high school 1955 was an Olds Super. One of the best slides of any horn I've ever played. I was stationed in Germany in an Air Force Band with the son of an Olds instrument builder with the name "Plimpton".
My horns	All horns are Los Angeles. Three early Ambassadors, before the brace was added in the tuning slide. An early 50's Super trombone and a very early trombone in the original case. It is truly in mint, like new condition. The serial is 1738, is dent free and plays beautiful. Tuning is in the slide and the finish is perfect. I also own 14 classic Conns, 2 Kings, a Bach, and a Martin. My oldest horn is a 1907 Conn tuba. My oldest Conn is a 1922 4H. All my conns are Elkharts.
Date	Wednesday, June 27, 2001 at 22:36:43

Name:	Bill Martin
Email:	bmartin@pmt.org
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Paul, ID
Comments:	Like your site!
My horns	Recording trumpet (circa 1953) valve trombone
Date	Monday, June 25, 2001 at 23:09:25

Name:	SERGIO GLINGANI SALOMAO
Email:	sgsalomao@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Sao Paulo - SP -Brazil
Comments:	I LOOK FOR A OLDS AMBASSADOR Bb BUT I KNOW THAT THE PRODUCTION IS FINISH. BUT WAS THE BETTER TRUNPET WHICH ALREADY PLAY.
My horns	A HAVE A YAMAHA YTR 6335 HII-HEAVY WALL Bb AND HOLTON T602 MODEL COLEGIATE.
Date	Sunday, June 24, 2001 at 20:18:13

Name:	Mark McCormick
Email:	mmccormick@saw.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Stevenson WA (outside Portland OR)
Comments:	I play and/or conduct: The Whiskey Flats Brass Band (19th c. band) The Spittones (A brass quintet) The Pacific Crest Wind Symphony (PCWS.org)
My horns	Bunch of Bachs (2 Bbs, 1 C, 1 cornet) 1884 J.W. Peper Eb cornet 1886 Conn Wonder Schilke Eb cornet Benge 5x 1922 Conn (bigger bore then a 22b but looks just like one, plays great) Besson/Kanstul picc
Date	Sunday, June 17, 2001 at 02:21:03

Name:	Bill Haase
Email:	haaseinsur@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Cincinnati, OH
Comments:	Have a Recording Olds Trumpet that I bougt in 1951 when attending music school at Ohio State. Just had it refinished and it looks and plays great.
My horns	Recording Olds Trumpet
Date	Friday, June 15, 2001 at 10:56:16

Name:	David Hume
Email:	drhume@earthlink.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Denton TX
Comments:	If of interest, the Serial Number on my 1956 (?) Olds Recording Trumpet is 242797. Two-tone brass w/ nickle slides and top valve casings.
My horns	The Olds, a Yamaha Flugelhorn, and the new Conn Vintage One, arriving this week.
Date	Thursday, June 14, 2001 at 09:58:21

Name:	David Hume
Email:	drhume@earthlink.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Denton, TX
Comments:	Olds Recording purchased in 1956, one overhau, still plays fine, but accepting a new Conn Vintage One today....Now retired from flying, and returning to jazz and dixieland.
Date	Thursday, June 14, 2001 at 09:42:19

Name:	Frank J. Costanza
Email:	caddy1933@aol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Saratoga N.Y.
Comments:	Great web site. Have any info on Jay-Columbia trumpets? I use to have one and it was a great horn for a medium bore 20s vintage ax.
My horns	Martin Imperial from 1938: rare art deco braces and accents, 1950 Olds studio, my best horn, 1984 Conn 1000B in near mint condition
Date	Monday, June 11, 2001 at 10:53:43

Name:	Chuck Madere
Email:	charles_madere@hotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Anaheim, Ca.
Comments:	I was repairngg horns in the late fifites in Baton Rouge, La. came out to California and worked in a repair shop. The business was sold and I needed a job and applied at Olds in Fullerton and to my surprise a was hired. I was in my twenties, I started in 1962 an worked in the valve,piston and silver department.I was a horn maker. The building was big with a high celing. It was hot and a lot of noise from the soldering torches,balling machine and buffing machines. We started at 7:oo AM and worked to 4:00. When a heat wave came we came in at 6:00AM.We had no vending machines or break room. A food truck would come four times a day at break.You had to learn to work fast and still do good work. The more parts you turned out the more money you made.It was a good place to work for a factory job.In the late sixites a lot of people were hired and quality began to suffer because they tried to work too fast. Also the new owners wanted more production. We made so many horns I thought we would run out of people to buy them.For a while we working ten hours a day during the week and eight on Sataday and some people came on on Sunday. We also had a night shift.In 1972 I left Olds.I could see what was going to happen. I had always worked at night repairing horns for a music store. I left olds to open my own repair shop in Anaheim.It was open until 1995. I now repair instruments for Sam Ash Music in Cerritos,Ca. I will never forget my ten years working for Olds. We made a lot of great horns. Made a lot of musicians happy and the people that heard them play.There will never be horns made again like the Olds.Glad I had a part in it. Thank you for this web site. (hope I did not take too much space to tell this story)
Date	Saturday, June 9, 2001 at 01:04:12

Name:	Ahmet Yilmaz
Email:	yilmaz@physics.unr.edu
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Reno, NV
Comments:	Your site is nicely designed and very informative. Thank you for keeping it up.
My horns	I am indeed a violin..but I have just bought an old Olds Ambassador.
Date	Thursday, June 7, 2001 at 19:13:15

Name:	Angel homes
Email:	www.hotmial.com/sexy girl
HomePage:	http://www.kill/britney/spears.com
Where are you from:	welland ONT.ST.CATHERIENS
Comments:	I think your site is the best for info on this insterment because every where eles you can't help but runing into a porno and then you get in truble so thank you for being a good person and a good auther i am 14teen and i have never seen any one with the love of the trumpets!!!! I hope you make it big some day you desver it!!!!!!!!!!oyur friend megan.n.bye good luke in the big's gotta go my teacher is coming..bye.
My horns	I play the violin
Date	Wednesday, June 6, 2001 at 15:16:42

Name:	Angel homes
Email:	www.hotmial.com/sexy girl
HomePage:	http://www.kill/britney/spears.com
Where are you from:	welland ONT
Comments:	I think your site is the best for info on this insterment because every where eles you can't help but runing into a porno and then you get in truble so thank you for being a good person and a good auther i am 14teen and i have never seen any one with the love of the trumpets!!!! I hope you make it big some day you desver it!!!!!!!!!!oyur friend megan.n.bye good luke in the big's gotta go my teacher is coming..bye.
My horns	I play the violin
Date	Wednesday, June 6, 2001 at 15:15:50

Name:	Brandon Ross
Email:	Jctbr4@aol
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Monument Colorado
Comments:	Great site, Thank you so much for helping keep the music alive!
My horns	Selmer K-Modified, Strad 37, Olds Cornet
Date	Friday, June 1, 2001 at 15:35:54

Name:	Mark Vincent
Email:	kayoss_nospamihug.co.nz
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Waiuku , New Zealand.
Comments:	I heard Bobby Shew is touring New Zealand so while I was looking for some info I stumbled across your Olds website . Blew me away !
My horns	Olds Recording (mid 70's vintage)and a pretty rough B & H Flugel.
Date	Friday, June 1, 2001 at 07:08:39

Name:	Don Rhodes
Email:	dcrhodes_nospammsn.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Houma, Louisiana
Comments:	58 years old. My dad bought me an Olds Ambassador trumpet in 1952. Still have,plays great. Member of 60 pc. community band and 17 pc. dance orch. Now playing on new Arturo Sandavol LeBlanc and older Bach Strad.
My horns	3 Olds Ambassadors, Arturo Sandavol LeBlamc, silver Bach Strad., King Superior cornet, a Jupiter, a Heimer, a Hutti, a Crown, a Bach Bundy, Tr300 Bach, a Blessing, a King 600, and 5or 6 other horns-20 total.
Date	Thursday, May 31, 2001 at 11:39:41

Name:	Mark Young
Email:	markjyng_nospamcs.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Big Canoe - North Georgia Mountains
Comments:	Thanks for maintaining the site. I found it very useful.
My horns	Bach Strad. model 37
Date	Tuesday, May 29, 2001 at 22:12:01

Name:	Robert Krawczak
Email:	r.krawczak_nospamgateway.net
HomePage:	http://old's trump wanted
Where are you from:	Oregon
Comments:	A blast to read the info on this site. surely a bunch of horn and music lovers. Thanks for being.
My horns	Older Bach Strad Cornet. looking to add an Olds lacquer trumpet. RK.
Date	Sunday, May 27, 2001 at 19:22:44

Name:	Vic Thompson
Email:	vthompson_nospamct-t.com
HomePage:	http://www.ct-t,com
Where are you from:	Sherwood, Arkansas
Comments:	Congrats on the great trumpet site!! ,,found it trying to get a value on my own Olds I've had since '56.
My horns	Olds Mendez, Ser, #86811 which makes it a '52 model.. must have languished at the music store (Hayes Music, Hutchinson Ks.) I bought it in '1956
Date	Sunday, May 20, 2001 at 13:50:54

Name:	Vic Thompson
Email:	vthompson_nospamct-t.com
HomePage:	http://www.ct-t,com
Where are you from:	Sherwood, Arkansas
Comments:	Congrats on the great trumpet site!! ,,found it trying to get a value on my own Olds I've had since '56.
My horns	Olda Mendez, Ser, #86811 which makes it a '52 model.. must have languished at the music store (Hayes Music, Hutchinson Ks.) I bought it in '1956
Date	Sunday, May 20, 2001 at 13:48:38

Name:	melissa
Email:	mel_nospamhotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	newfoundland
Comments:	you are cool.You are a terrific trumpet player
My horns	I own one yamaha trumpet
Date	Tuesday, May 15, 2001 at 09:35:30

Name:	Odle Wood
Email:	woodol_nospamcherrypoint.usmc.mil
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Eastern North Carolinl
Comments:	Learned more about Olds in the last 18 months from this site than in the previous 40 years owning an Olds. Started playing my Mendez again after being in the attic for 20 plus years. Had it redone by Rich Ita..great job. Now playing in comunity band.
My horns	1959 Mendez Trumpet, a nice mid 60's Ambasador Trumpet and a mid 60's Cornet.
Date	Thursday, May 10, 2001 at 12:27:56

Name:	Dennis McNair
Email:	dkmcnair_nospamfloodcity.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Johnstown, PA
Comments:	Went to a Kenton Alumni concert, started thinking about my trumpet playing days (1955-1975) and stumbled on your site. Grade school, high school, college and Army band. Started on an Ambassador cornet and graduated to a Recording trumpet that I still own. I learned more about Olds than I ever knew from your site. Thanks.
My horns	Olds Recording trumpet- SN 331015
Date	Wednesday, May 9, 2001 at 22:51:57

Name:	John Enloe
Email:	jenloe_nospamaol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Fuquay-Varina, NC USA
Comments:	Great Site! Can you help me find a leadpipe for a LA Olds Super? I've tried Rich Ita, and Allied. It's really old. It has a brass band on the bell. Thanks.
My horns	Bach 37 trpt., Benge 3X, and a lot of old horns and cornets, several of which are OLDS.
Date	Friday, May 4, 2001 at 10:11:39

Name:	Ron Whited
Email:	ron-whited_nospamcamphiawatha.org
HomePage:	http://www.camphiawatha.org
Where are you from:	Wichita Kansas
Comments:	I really appreciate all the useful information on your site.
My horns	Olds Super Star trigger trombone, Olds Super Trombone, Olds Ambassador Cornet, Olds Large shank Super Cornet.
Date	Thursday, May 3, 2001 at 10:42:35

Name:	Chris
Email:	chrisandcarin1_nospamiprimus.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Australia
Comments:	Well this site was great for carin and I as we wonted to find some history about our new instument, now we no all we need to know. All but one our horn seems to be slightly diferent to the pics of the two 1977 embassadors, haveing an extra tube added from the mouth piece yet the serial # is 997591. But all in all great place to be. Thanks
My horns	The embassador Fullerton Calif. The case is a Cheney.
Date	Wednesday, May 2, 2001 at 05:59:52

Name:	WILLIAM J LAW
Email:	jjjlaw_nospamyahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	EASTMAN, GA
Comments:	I PURCHASED ALTO SAX BACK IN THE SIXTIES AND WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF YOU CAN TELL ME THE YEAR IT WAS BUILT BY GIVING YOU THE SERIAL# ? ALSO, DO YOU KNOW THE CURRENT VALUE?
My horns	THE PARISIAN AMBASSADOR SN# 38681
Date	Sunday, April 29, 2001 at 21:59:04

Name:	Sture Hedl�v
Email:	sture_nospamhedloev.no
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Norway
Comments:	I was recommended to visit you by a trumpet band mate. Nice stuff you've got here. I am myself a trombonist - using Band-in-aBox daily for practising.
My horns	King 3B, King 3b/F, King 2B, Schmelzer no. 2, Schmelzer No. 2, and a small very nice Conn from 1949/50, which was made for Jack Teagarden.
Date	Thursday, April 26, 2001 at 14:40:07

Name:	Dave Alderson
Email:	wda82353_nospamnorthnet.org
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Massena, NY USA
Comments:	Great old photos of horns and trumpet memorabilia.
My horns	Who cares? It ain't about the equipment anyway. What is coming out is a lot more important.....
Date	Wednesday, April 25, 2001 at 12:10:08

Name:	mike holder
Email:	vickixs_nospamaol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	scottsdale az
Comments:	your web site has been a great help and I hope you continue to update info on these great horns. Does anyone have info on removeing the lacquer from horns that have lost alot of their finish?
My horns	Olds Ambassator 1978 vintage Olds super trumpet 1951 vintage Yamaha ytr4338 sp with trigger Docserivesen DEG Signature Holton602sp
Date	Sunday, April 22, 2001 at 02:42:30

Name:	Jack Brooks
Email:	aladdin_nospamjavanet.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Massachucetts
Comments:	Thank you for your very usefull site. I am a comeback player after 30+ years of abstinence and I gotta say it: I'm knocking myself out! :) I'm playing an Olds Ambassador circa 1955 and a new Jupiter rose brass bell flugelhorn both with Bach 1C mouthpieces. ( 1 for the trmpt. & 1 for the flglhn) I am having great fun and plan to restore the Olds which is in good shape except for the lacquer.I would like to hear from any OLDS maniacs in Mass.
Date	Friday, April 20, 2001 at 23:44:31

Name:	Jim Bastian
Email:	jimbas_nospamFSUTA.k12.ca.us
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Suisun City, California
Comments:	Started playing cornet 3 mos. ago, at age 39--having a great time!
My horns	Olds Ambassador-Circa 1976-77--Plays great!
Date	Friday, April 13, 2001 at 13:55:11

Name:	Stewart Gilmour
Email:	stewart_nospamsgilmour.screaming.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Scotland
Comments:	Excellent page. It would be useful to have comments on all trumpet and cornet models like the one on the custom trumpet
My horns	Olds Recording trumpet circa approx 1977
Date	Tuesday, April 10, 2001 at 01:35:28

Name:	Dave
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Pennsylvania
Comments:	Interesting page
My horns	Bb-A Bach Pic,Old and Rare Custom Blessing .470 bore w/ continuous radius tuning slide, silver, w/ plated fast valves.
Date	Monday, April 9, 2001 at 19:45:38

Name:	Jim Turner
Email:	jim.turner_nospamtrw.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Hertfordshire , England
Comments:	Does anyone know where i could get replacement valve buttons for my Super (as per 1965 catalogue picture)Also a Clark Terry Flugel?
My horns	1965 Olds Super Jupiter pocket trumpet
Date	Monday, April 9, 2001 at 07:46:46

Name:	KEN TAKEZOE
Email:	chet13_nospamdf.mbn.or.jp
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	KOBE in JAPAN
Comments:	YOU ARE GREAT! ICAN'T SPEAK ENGLISH.I'M SORRY.
Date	Sunday, April 8, 2001 at 17:16:28

Name:	Jessica
Email:	trumpet66jess_nospamhotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Missouri
Comments:	Don't lose the love of playing again. I am currently a college student and a music major and take lessons with a very good teacher. It seems the more I am pushed the more I love the playing and yes, even practicing. So keep it up and most of all have fun.
My horns	Started on a Conn 20B student line. With the standard 7C mouthpiece then I went to a bach 5b mouth piece. Now I play a Blessnig ML1 gold edition, professional model and play that with a bach 3C mouthpiece. I really like the response of the mouth piece and the trumpet.
Date	Wednesday, April 4, 2001 at 15:57:23

Name:	Tom Doty
Email:	Tmpt01_nospamaol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	New York
Comments:	Enjoyed your site. Been playing since 1963 on and off. Now play in community band too - actually I am president of the band. Below is my varied horn collection accumulated much to my wife's disapproval. I have endurance problems too - (lack of real practice time, I suppose) I found your mouthpiece selection interesting.
My horns	1)Benge is my main horn. Bought it new in 1986. Lightweight and bright. Play on Bach 3cw 2)King 2065 - Green lacquer - cool horn. Is my back up. Plays well, but heavy. 3)Getzen Eterna Cornet 4)Bach Strat C trumpet 5)Yamaha Flugelhorn 6)My high school horn is a Selmer Paris K modified - loved it... going to get overhauled some day 7)..And hve a lousy pocket trumpet by Monique that was a mistake to buy.
Date	Tuesday, April 3, 2001 at 22:58:19

Name:	Richard Gibbons
Email:	freudfrend_nospamaol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	CT
Comments:	Excellent site, very informative.
My horns	Olds .468 bore "Ambassador" shepherd's crook cornet in silver. Near mint. This cornet should not be confused with Olds beginner "Ambassador" line. This cornet was made to compete with the British Salvationist brass band cornets. This is the finest cornet I have ever played. My other horns (trumpets): Calicchio Studio 2; Holton T-100 Dave Stahl model with adjustable gap receiver; 1953 New York Bach Strad; Jean Baptiste pocket trumpet that goes in the suitcase when traveling. Flugelhorns: Couesnon and Kanstul French Besson.
Date	Monday, April 2, 2001 at 17:55:24

Name:	Dan Troyer
Email:	troyer_nospam3web.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Toronto.Can.
Comments:	Really appreciate all the trouble you've gone to.Lots of info!
My horns	I just yesterday bought an Olds Studio trumpet ser.# 36178.It's a little worse for wear, but plays and sounds great. It came with a brass mouthpiece(maybe silver plating has worn off)that says cushion rim 13C Rudy Muck.
Date	Sunday, April 1, 2001 at 14:30:34

Name:	Ted Carlson
Email:	2theocar_nospamonemain.com
Where are you from:	Crossville, TN.
Comments:	This is a wonderful source of information on Olds trumpets and cornets!
My horns	My restored Olds horns: 1953 Recording trumpet, 1955 Recording cornet, 1957 Ambassador cornet, 1962 Opera trumpet, 1967 rose-brass flugelhorn.
Date	Friday, March 30, 2001 at 17:52:30

Name:	Sam Kortnicki
Email:	korttr3_nospamuswest.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Denver, Colo
Comments:	Does anyone know about this film? "Success Story". One 16mm film,, sound. Time: 25 minutes. Black & White. F. E. Olds 8, Sons. Fullerton, California. Free Loan. Here we have a kinescope of a live TV broadcast made from the Olds factory on a series sponsored by the Richfield Oil Company, which singled out succesful and interesting industries in.Southern California for conducted tours of the plants. It opens with a young friend of the announcer attempting to blow a sousaphone and from that interesting opening shot carries the viewer on a conducted tour of the factory. The transformation of a sheet of raw, brass, or nickel?silver tubing, and brass rod into the finished product of a beautiful and gleaming band instrument is highlighted by visits with various people in the factory as especially interesting phases of production are encountered. It probably will surprise no one that both Rafael Mendez and "Red" Nichols are present during this interview, nor that Mr. Mendez obliges the TV audience with one of his ever interesting selections.
Date	Friday, March 30, 2001 at 17:10:01

Name:	Sondra Enicks
Email:	trumpet_girl_2003_nospamyahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Greenville
Comments:	My grandfatherhad an Olds Recording trumpet. He used it for many years and after he died I began to play his trumpet. It is still in wonderfull condition. It is unusual because it has a third slide kick on it and I never have known how old or how much it is worth. I would never sell it but it would be nice to know because i march with trumpet in my high school marching band.
Date	Thursday, March 29, 2001 at 20:02:51

Name:	Jim Calkins
Email:	james-calkins_nospamuiowa.edu
Where are you from:	Iowa City
Comments:	I am a 51 year old comeback player. I just joined a jazz band, but I may be in over my head.
My horns	1914 Holton Shepherd's Crook cornet. 1953 Conn Victor cornet. 1954 Holton Collegiate. 1954 Olds Ambassador trumpet. 1896 Conn valve trombone, peck horn, Yamaha euphonium, Boy Scout bugle (may have to give it up as political stand against homophobic policies). Brass seems to attract me.
Date	Wednesday, March 28, 2001 at 00:07:20

Name:	Brittany Mc
Email:	secondmctwin_nospamhotmail.com
HomePage:	http://LittleWomenBook.homestead.com/LittleWomenMain.html
Where are you from:	OHIO
Comments:	this page needs some working on
My horns	an old used one my brothers :-( i am teaching myself how to play
Date	Monday, March 26, 2001 at 20:02:51

Name:	Daniel Cormier
Email:	djmcormier_nospamns.sympatico.ca
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Cape Breton
Comments:	Very interesting and informative material for any collector
My horns	Olds Recording serial#52057 Selmer Balanced Action model #19 serial#13044 Conn Victor gold plate(no engraving)serial#206854 Holton model 29 cornet serial#167177
Date	Saturday, March 24, 2001 at 10:43:29

Name:	Bob Willis
Email:	willisb_nospamkos.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Picton Ontario Canada
Comments:	I am looking to find info about British short cornets that were made for the Salvation Army . I have a high pitch cornet with sterling silver plateing and plays like new. It has the S.A. crest on the bell and " Class A " as well. The serial # is 129319 which sounds like a Boosey number. Bob.
My horns	Besson Flugel Horn , S.A. short cornet , pocket trumpet
Date	Sunday, March 18, 2001 at 11:16:31

Name:	Keith Sladen
Email:	KeithSladen_nospamaol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Ashford,Middlesex,England
Comments:	This site is a great source of information and general interest
My horns	Super (which it is) and 2 Ambassadors
Date	Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 12:18:28

Name:	James Ellett
Email:	jamesellett_nospamhotmail.com
HomePage:	http://www.networksolutionsplus.net
Where are you from:	Deer Park, Tx
Comments:	Ienjoy your site. Probably been here 100x's. Thought I would go ahead and sign your guest book. I learned so much from your site I bought an Olds Recording from e-Bay. I think it plays great. Thanks for taking the time to do this site.
My horns	196? Olds Recording
Date	Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 01:56:04

Name:	Carl Lemponen
Email:	cornet2_nospamnacs.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Burton,Ohio(Cleveland area)
Comments:	Great site-informative and entertaining!
My horns	Olds Special cornet circa 1965 bought from pawnshop and 38B Constellation trumpet bought new in 1958-love em both-like to get an Olds Opera cornet and Mendez trpt.-playing 20's/30's style groups
Date	Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 19:21:56

Name:	MIKE PENNOCK
Email:	kconnep_nospamnetscape.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	REXBURG, IDAHO
Comments:	IS MY PRISTINE OLDS MENDEZ TRUMPET WORTH MUCH THESE DAYS? HOW MANY WERE PRODUCED? IT IS A 1960 MODEL
Date	Friday, March 9, 2001 at 15:18:24

Name:	George Williams
Email:	georgegjw_nospamcs.com
HomePage:	http://xxxxxxxxxx
Where are you from:	Falmouth, Ma.--Cape Cod
Comments:	I'm A bassplayer,71 years of age. Grandchild interested in playing tpt. I aquired this OLDS about 20 yrs ago from a disillusioned tpt player who gave it up and became a stellar pianist.
My horns	Olds Ambassador
Date	Wednesday, March 7, 2001 at 20:33:57

Name:	BILL SHARP
Email:	BJSHARP1_nospamAOL.COM
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	LAGUNA BEACH, CALIFORNIA
Comments:	FUN TO READ THE OLDS HISTORY
My horns	1952 VINTAGE OLDS RECORDING (BOUGHT NEW) HOLTON CLARK CORNET BESSON POCKET TRUMPET BLESSING FLUEGELHORN
Date	Wednesday, March 7, 2001 at 19:08:01

Name:	Verna How
Email:	absolut55_nospamhotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	orlando,Fl
Comments:	GO TRUMPETS!
My horns	Yamaha trumpet and cornet and a mellophone in G for Drum Corps
Date	Sunday, March 4, 2001 at 09:32:37

Name:	Tony Farrell
Email:	TFarrellSR_nospamAOL.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Los Angeles
Comments:	You have a nice site.
My horns	Calicchio R32 Yamaha Flugalhorn
Date	Sunday, March 4, 2001 at 02:00:01

Name:	Ben Kraft
Email:	kraft_nospammusic.com
HomePage:	i have yet to make one
Where are you from:	Ithica NY
Comments:	Neat site! I have been wondering about my horn. I have a olds special made around 1965 and wonder if others have had problems with the cases. The cornet slides around and has virtully striped the laquer on one side of the instrument(and dented the bell slightly)
My horns	1980 Bach Strad Bb, star, ml, laqueur 1965 Olds Special Cornet Most of a 1930'3 conn vocobell Most of a few other Conn horns OLD TRUMPETS RULE
Date	Friday, March 2, 2001 at 21:50:38

Name:	Ben Kraft
Email:	kraft_nospammusic.com
HomePage:	i have yet to make one
Where are you from:	Ithica NY
Comments:	Neat site! I have been wondering about my horn. I have a olds special made around 1965 and wonder if others have had problems with the cases. The cornet slides around and has virtully striped the laquer on one side of the instrument(and dented the bell slightly)
My horns	1980 Bach Strad Bb, star, ml, laqueur 1965 Olds Special Cornet Most of a 1930'3 conn vocobell Most of a few other Conn horns OLD TRUMPETS RULE
Date	Friday, March 2, 2001 at 21:38:59

Name:	Perry D'Andrea
Email:	swampwamper_nospamhotmail.com
Where are you from:	San Francisco
Comments:	Wow, I had no idea how great Olds trumpets are- When I was in high school and college, Olds horns just seemed to have a low profile, and when someone mentioned Jonah Jones or other jazz greats and their Olds', it just went in one ear and out the other. Then my eyes were opened a month or two ago when I was talking to the gifted and inventive John Lynch (asymmetric-mouthpiece.com) on the phone who mentioned how wonderful Olds trumpets were and referred me to this website. I now have three great Olds horns that I bought at a total investment of less than what one decent student horn would cost today, with my "The Olds" being one of the best horns I have ever played anywhere, anytime. Each time I pick it up, I sense the soul of some old craftsman, standing in front of a flame in 1929, weilding this pristine tube of copper that, once forged, went through an unusually brief, dentless, dingless shakedown with its original owner and then basically lay waiting in its case for seven decades until I came along. And yep, this one will never leave until I've gone the way of its maker.
My horns	One fair-mileage 1962 Recording that's really fun to play- has a great, warm tone. One extremely high-mileage (wow, you should see the second valve!) but well-maintained Super that practically plays itself (could it be the ghost of a jazzman who played on it for those hundreds of gigs?)- this one's my top pick for a long night of combo jazz jammin'. One practically unused, pristine 1930 lacquer 'The Olds', my best-sounding trumpet, hands down. HUGE, warm-filling round sound at lower volumes, tungsten-steel edge added at higher volumes; notes above high C are welcomed at the loudest volumes possible with absoluetly no backing down by this baby. I am humbled. Non Olds: mint/almost unused 1961 Bach Strad (just sold on ebay two weeks ago as a "1955"), '70 Strad, Yamaha 6320S, INCREDIBLY sounding '41 Holton Collegiate cornet (has a narrow "trumpet profile" design), near mint '26 Martin Handcraft Dansant, 1890 Wunnenberg cornet, '26 goldplated Holton (Lewellyn?), '59 Getzen Super Deluxe, '50 Holton Collegiate, '62 copperbell Conn Director cornet, '76 York Fluegel, Jupiter pocket, Unknown brand rotary trumpet, misc. others including a 10's (or '20's) Beltone (Czech), my first old trumpet!
Date	Thursday, March 1, 2001 at 19:46:21

Name:	Perry D'Andrea
Email:	swampwamper_nospamhotmail.com
Where are you from:	San Francisco
Comments:	Wow, I had no idea how great Olds trumpets are- When I was in high school and college, Olds horns just seemed to have a low profile, and when someone mentioned Jonah Jones or other jazz greats and their Olds', it just went in one ear and out the other. Then my eyes were opened a month or two ago when I was talking to the gifted and inventive John Lynch (asymmetric-mouthpiece.com) on the phone who mentioned how wonderful Olds trumpets were and referred me to this website. I now have three great Olds horns that I bought at a total investment of less than what one decent student horn would cost today, with my "The Olds" being one of the best horns I have ever played anywhere, anytime. Each time I pick it up, I sense the soul of some old craftsman, standing in front of a flame in 1929, weilding this pristine tube of copper that, once forged, went through an unusually brief, dentless, dingless shakedown with its original owner and then basically lay waiting in its case for seven decades until I came along. And yep, this one will never leave until I've gone the way of its maker.
My horns	-One fair-mileage 1962 Recording that's really fun to play- has a great, warm tone. -One extremely high-mileage (wow, you should see the second valve!) but well-maintained Super that practically plays itself (could it be the ghost of a jazzman who played on it for those hundreds of gigs?)- this one's my top pick for a long night of combo jazz jammin'. -One practically unused, pristine 1930 lacquer 'The Olds', my best-sounding trumpet, hands down. HUGE, warm-filling round sound at lower volumes, tungsten-steel edge added at higher volumes; notes above high C are welcomed at the loudest volumes possible with absoluetly no backing down by this baby. I am humbled. -Non Olds: mint/almost unused 1961 Bach Strad (just sold on ebay two weeks ago as a "1955"), '70 Strad, Yamaha 6320S, INCREDIBLY sounding '41 Holton Collegiate cornet (has a narrow "trumpet profile" design), near mint '26 Martin Handcraft Dansant, 1890 Wunnenberg cornet, '26 goldplated Holton (Lewellyn?), '59 Getzen Super Deluxe, '50 Holton Collegiate, '62 copperbell Conn Director cornet, '76 York Fluegel, Jupiter pocket, Unknown brand rotary trumpet, misc. others including a 10's (or '20's) Beltone (Czech), my first old trumpet!
Date	Thursday, March 1, 2001 at 19:45:02

Name:	Doug Lehrer
Email:	chrislehrer_nospamdtgnet.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Sioux Falls, SD
Comments:	Great website and a fund of valuable information! My first decent trumpet was an Olds Super made ca. 1951 which my parents bought for me in 1962 in 8th grade. I sold it(big mistake)along with 11 other horns in 1994 to buy a 1926 vintage Bach Strad C trumpet. Missed that Super so much that I bought the ca. 1936 Super listed below in Fall 1999 on ebay.
My horns	100+ trumpets, cornets and flugelhorns, including an Olds Super #10152, about 22 old New York & Mt, Vernon Bach Strads (the earliest is #14!), about 25 old French & English Bessons, other assorted instruments and about 10 American string rotary cornets, including a ca. 1860 presentation "orchestra cornet" (trumpet) with 4 rotary valves made by Christian R. Stark, New York.
Date	Wednesday, February 28, 2001 at 21:38:12

Name:	Charlie Buckmaster
Email:	eco_nospam3rivers.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	East Glacier Park, MT
Comments:	What a nice page! Was looking for more info about my old OLDS cornet serial #2343. Am selling it on ebay and your page was a GREAT help to me Thanks Charlie
My horns	OLDS ?? cornet
Date	Tuesday, February 27, 2001 at 02:03:13

Name:	Jim Richardson
HomePage:	http://hornblower_nospamutvinternet.com
Where are you from:	Northern Ireland
Comments:	I have been playing cornet/trumpet/flugel for the past40yrs and have been with the Martello Jazz Band since its formation in 1986 playing mainly Dixiland.
My horns	Olds Special Cornet,Olds Ambassador Tpt. Besson Westminster Tpt.Rudy Muck 7M Tpt,Getzen Pocket Tpt and my latest acquisition Bach Stradivarius 183 Flugel
Date	Sunday, February 25, 2001 at 10:32:59

Name:	Rick Dusoe
Email:	rdusoe_nospamlarck.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Maine
Comments:	I really like the webpage,it seems to be the only website for Old's horns I can find. I was really looking to put a price on an Old's Mendez (430890) that I am putting up for sale on E-bay (maybe) and I really don't know what to ask for it any ideas?
Date	Wednesday, February 21, 2001 at 16:28:25

Name:	Kevin Shorter
Email:	kshorter_nospammindspring.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Atlanta/Lawrenceville, GA
Comments:	Alan, nice web page. I haven't played with anyone else since 1970. Couple of years back I got the bug and bought a vintage horn. Have really enjoyed it and have been thinking about trying to hook up with a group to play with. Mostly I just play jazz by ear with cd's in my music room. Probably would be pretty bad if I tried to read something after all these years. Kevin
My horns	1958 Olds Special flugelhorn may buy a Selmer K modified 24B listed on ebay.
Date	Monday, February 19, 2001 at 00:40:24

Name:	alan shaiman
Email:	alshaiman_nospamhotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	montclair, n.j.
Comments:	Like your site-just started playing again after 25 years
My horns	bach strad circa 1970
Date	Sunday, February 18, 2001 at 02:24:47

Name:	Ron Gibbs
Email:	gibbsron_nospammsu.edu
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Lansing, Michigan
Comments:	I appreciate all of your research collections on the OlD's line. One of my first horns in High School was the Olds Super bone which I later sold for a Recording model. No bone was ever made prettier than the super or recording horns. Would like to find another super in good shape and a valve attachment which I had but let go several years ago. Thanks for finding you.
My horns	Benge 190F Bach 16 slide/valve King 3-B MF Superbone Olds Recording
Date	Thursday, February 15, 2001 at 10:21:25

Name:	Ron Gibbs
Email:	gibbsron_nospammsu.edu
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Lansing, Michigan
Comments:	I appreciate all of your research collections on the OlD's line. One of my first horns in High School was the Olds Super bone which I later sold for a Recording model. No bone was ever made prettier than the super or recording horns. Would like to find another super in good shape and a valve attachment which I had but let go several years ago. Thanks for finding you.
My horns	Benge 190F Bach 16 slide/valve
Date	Thursday, February 15, 2001 at 10:20:21

Name:	Pete Lawson
Email:	peter.lawson_nospamnoaa.gov
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Newport, Oregon
Comments:	I had a chance to buy an Olds flugel when I got the Cuisnon, and I've been kicking myself ever since. I play Monette mouthpieces.
My horns	Super Olds (1965) Cuisnon flugelhorn
Date	Wednesday, February 14, 2001 at 17:58:12

Name:	Daniel Johnson-O'Mara
Email:	danjo_nospamsoli.inav.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Iowa City, Iowa
Comments:	Back in the groove after 25 years. Bought an Olds cornet to supplement my Benge 1965 Claude Gordon. The Olds has a serial number of 83453. I think it's a 1952 model. Is it? Any notion as to its worth? Valves are in great condition. Sounds beautiful. Glad I bought it. Gotta go. Dan
Date	Sunday, February 11, 2001 at 21:00:45

Name:	Perry R. Sutton
Email:	perrysutton_nospamjuno.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Pennsauken NJ
Comments:	Does anyone have any info on DEG Caravelle Flugels. I have one and would like to kno more about it
My horns	Bach 72 lightweight, 43 leadpipe amado waterkey, DEG Caravelle Flugel, Conn 22b, Kanstul Bugle, Bach cornet
Date	Friday, February 9, 2001 at 16:51:39

Name:	Ben Hicks
Email:	benhix_nospamaol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Northern Virginia
Comments:	Great site!
My horns	1960/1 Olds Ambassador Bb Trumpet 1972 Olds Ambassador Bb Cornet 1916 Frank Holton (Chicago) Bb Trumpet (silver plated)
Date	Friday, February 9, 2001 at 09:54:37

Name:	David Schripsema
Email:	hosehead72_nospamhotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Albuquerque, NM
Comments:	Nice Page. What is a good flugelhorn?
My horns	Bach 37
Date	Sunday, February 4, 2001 at 22:44:50

Name:	ron williams
Email:	leicam4p_nospamaol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	philadelphia pa
Comments:	i am a returning player,after all to long away.i used a olds through,h/s. collage,and the navy.i found the conn first
My horns	conn 2b trumpet,bach mercedes II cornet
Date	Saturday, February 3, 2001 at 20:29:49

Name:	Bill Mirrielees
Email:	rvguy1_nospamyahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Crystal Lake, Illinois
Comments:	Great site, Alan. I'm a fellow TPIN'er and fascinated with your Olds horns. I just bought an Ambassador cornet from Jerry Lahti last week.
My horns	WildThing Bb and C, Stomvi Combi piccolo, Callet New York Flugelhorn, French besson Brevete and the Olds cornet.
Date	Saturday, February 3, 2001 at 17:50:27

Name:	Ken Braband
Email:	ezwriter1_nospamaol.com
HomePage:	http://www.rocketink.com
Where are you from:	Wisconsin
Comments:	Thanks for the valuable information. I never knew much about Olds until I found your site.
My horns	1969 Olds Recording trumpet
Date	Friday, February 2, 2001 at 22:22:25

Name:	Denise Bonura
Email:	ddbonura_nospamearthlink.net
HomePage:	http://
Comments:	I'm a home school mom who teaches band classes to home school kids. I've picked up a few instruments along the way and two of them are Olds. I wanted to learn more about Olds and your information has been very helpful. Thank you.
My horns	Silver plated Ambassador Olds trombone serial #275,353 F.E. Olds & Son, studio model euphonium, serial #687,328
Date	Friday, February 2, 2001 at 21:52:14

Name:	David S. Douglas
Email:	dstuartdouglas_nospamyahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Boston. MA
Comments:	Great site- my trpt path is similar to yours...I sold an Olds Recording in 1984, to my present dismay.
My horns	Olds Ambassador (Bach #7 leadpipe) Jupiter Pocket Trpt B flat Bach model 37 B flat Holton Army Bugle, 1918
Date	Wednesday, January 17, 2001 at 01:57:07

Name:	Gordon Anderson
Email:	elgordo10_nospamaol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Bel Air, MD
Comments:	Your site very helpful in giving me the dates of manufacture on several Olds trumpets and cornets in my collection. My old Olds Ambassador trumpet, circa 1959-60, still plays and sounds pretty good as does one of my Olds cornets. Built like a "tank" - but a good horn!
Date	Tuesday, January 16, 2001 at 13:05:40

Name:	robie
Email:	robiedabugman_nospamnetzero.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	muskogee , oklahoma
Comments:	please tell me about this horn i would like to know about it . what year was it made (serial #1583)
My horns	my horn is a wurlitzer coronetwith the name lyric on the bell and also appears to be signed by rudolph wurlitzer also says chicago cincinnati on the bell
Date	Monday, January 15, 2001 at 22:44:54

Name:	Dewey A. Jones
Email:	deweyajones_nospamaol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Augusta , Ga.
Comments:	Looking for info.on trombone.
My horns	Olds Special seral# 23661 case constructed to simular shape as saxophone made about 1946.
Date	Wednesday, January 10, 2001 at 23:20:12

Name:	James Kurz
Email:	jameskurz_nospamearthlink.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Madison Heights, Michigan
Comments:	Really enjoyed your pages on F.E. Olds.
My horns	I'm presently considering the purchase of a 1973 Olds Super Star.
Date	Tuesday, January 9, 2001 at 22:03:22

Name:	debbie
Email:	debspringer3_nospamhotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	ohio
Comments:	i majored on trumpet in college, and my daughter is now playing trumpet in the jr. high band. i was looking for help for her on getting a better tone. got any tips? thanks! =)
Date	Saturday, January 6, 2001 at 12:52:47

Name:	dave lafoe
Email:	lapoz_nospamaol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	palatine, il
Comments:	mom bought an olds super model for me in,i think 1948.paid about 150.00 from lyon and healy chicago. still have it ,but needs overhaul. so do i.
My horns	olds and vega
Date	Friday, January 5, 2001 at 19:23:32

Name:	Jim Turner
Email:	jim.turner_nospamtrw.com
Where are you from:	Hertfordshire,England
Comments:	I've had my Super Olds since I was 15 and have never blown anything that felt any better (including Bachs and Benges).Your website has enabled me to date my horn after 25 years ownership!
My horns	1965 SUPER OLDS , JUPITER POCKET TRUMPET
Date	Tuesday, January 2, 2001 at 07:36:52

Name:	Hermann W Otto
Email:
HomePage:	http:// N A
Where are you from:	Whangarei New Zealand R D 3(snail mail)
Comments:	Wonderful.A 12 year old student of mine owns a Conn Victor Cornet,I always felt it was similar to Bixs Horn.(your Collection prooves it) I play Trad Jazz and Swing mainly on a C rotary valve trombone.Have recorded with Duke Heitger,trumpet^find him on the net!Rec 1999 in Tokoroa.NZ w DrJaz
My horns	WenzelMeinl(Mnuich,I was German) C rotary valve Trom, bare brass,1960. Rudy Muck Trumpet,60s. Benge PocketTp.Silver,1980s. SalvationArmy ,the Band Master,S A Publishing,London1962??I also own a Yamaha Flute, a La Fleur full Boehm clarinet,The Martin Alto, a Roland E20, an old upright piano. My self 1937 vintage from Germany,mostly Munich,since 1972 in New Zealand.I love and play and compose Jazz. P.S I live in a StrawBaleHouse!
Date	Monday, January 1, 2001 at 19:35:01

Name:	Gary Smiley
Email:	gsmiley_nospambrownco.com
HomePage:	http://www.garysmiley.com
Where are you from:	Cambridge, Massachusetts
Comments:	A friend dug up his old Bach Strad ('83) from his basement. The tuning slide is seized. How do I un-seize it? It also has a medium-sized dent near the bell. What would a trumpet like this be worth (ballpark) both as-is and restored?
My horns	Bach Strad ('77)
Date	Thursday, December 28, 2000 at 10:33:35

Name:	Scott deOgburn
Email:	s.sdeogb_nospamverizon.net
HomePage:	http://ZogMusic.com
Where are you from:	Boston
Comments:	Great Web site.
My horns	Olds recording trumpet (1960). Bach ML 43, 43 reversed lead pipe (1980). Benge Claude Gordon model (1975). Couesnon Flugel (1960). Selmer Piccolo (1980) hand-picked at Selmer factory in Paris
Date	Tuesday, December 26, 2000 at 09:39:27

Name:	Rod Lowe
Email:	rodlowe_nospamaol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Switzerland
Comments:	I would love to buy an Olds Mendez. Can you tell me where to look? I prefer laquer finish.
My horns	Olds Recording, Olds Custom (Super Sonic),Bach 180L 43 lead pipe, Selmer Pic. around 1980, Yamaha D-Eb 1980,Boosey and Hawkes cornet 1946 and 1948, Southern cross cornet, Flugel horn Bach abd Getzen.
Date	Tuesday, December 19, 2000 at 15:13:25

Name:	Bill Godwin
Email:	billg3371_nospamaol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Charleston, SC
Comments:	A very interesting web page. I play trumpet in the Charleston Community Band
My horns	Selme Paris model
Date	Saturday, December 16, 2000 at 13:03:54

Name:	Read English
Email:	hanree_nospamprcn.org
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	British Columbia ,Canada
Comments:	I am looking for an early 50's case for an Olds Mendez. Wanting to get a more or less original.
My horns	Reynolds Medalist for knocking around. Early 50's Olds Super and Mendez, both great horns.
Date	Tuesday, December 12, 2000 at 21:52:27

Name:	kevin hume
Email:	kevin.hume_nospamumb.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Kansas City, MO
Comments:	I played an Olds Double French horn for 14 years. I sold it about 10 years ago. It was an excellent instrument that was purchased new in 1966. It was selected for me by a man named Boone Shaw who owned Shaw music with stores in three mid-Missouri towns. He had played horn professionally for several years. Do you have any information concerning Olds French Horns from that era?
Date	Monday, December 11, 2000 at 17:04:44

Name:	R Myron Baker
Email:	RMBConDyn_nospamAOL.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Orlando, Fl originally Canton, Ohio
Comments:	Interesting information on old horns. I have a FA Reynolds and find it interesting the connection between the two companies.
My horns	FA Reynolds #2392 engraved silver bell
Date	Saturday, December 9, 2000 at 20:14:59

Name:	Tom Goehring
Email:	thomasgoehring_nospamnetscape.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	New City, New York
Comments:	Free-lance trumpeter around NYC - been out with the Tommy Dorsey Orch., member of the BMI Jazz Composer's WOrkshop, etc., student and close friend of Bob McCoy's
My horns	Olds Super (love this horn) Selmer K-Modified (also a good horn) Yamaha Flugelhorn Selmer pic
Date	Friday, December 8, 2000 at 17:31:03

Name:	Ralph W. Shoemaker
Email:	RWSENGRG_nospamaol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Portland, Oregon
Comments:	Also an old Olds fan, I have an Ambassador trumpet and cornet (circa 1957) and a Mendez trumpet. I also have a beautiful Olds C trumpet which is silver plated, though it has no apparent model number. I got it to jam with various people so I wouldn't have to transpose - especially with my brother who plays the piano by ear! I have had the Ambassador trumpet since my school days in the '50s, and it has gone through my two kids as they went through junior and senior high school.
My horns	Several including the three listed above. An couple of Conns of various ages, a Yamaha pro, Bach Strad, Olds C, Wurlitzer cornet, Benge 60B and piccolo, plus a few other odd balls and collectibles including a Frank Artist trumpet. I'm having fun in my retirement collecting and beginning to play a bit again.
Date	Tuesday, December 5, 2000 at 21:51:23

Name:	Stace (Silver Thunder)
Email:	desert_shadowaz_nospamhotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	ARIZONA
Comments:	Sorry for saying this but triggers are for wussys!...HAHA..Go Trumps!
My horns	Olds Ambassador(Rental) Kind Cleveland(Uncles and fell apart) Yamaha(Bobby Shew Model)(YAMI) Bach Stadt(Silver Thunder)
Date	Sunday, December 3, 2000 at 23:33:55

Name:	Dick Parks
Email:	dparks_nospamerols.com
HomePage:	http://www.erols.com/dparks
Where are you from:	DC suburbs
Comments:	Been playing Olds horns for almost 50 years. I now own three Ambassador cornets, one since high school; I love 'em all. I use my Mendez trumpet in community band and have a spare, too. Looking for a decent Super cornet to try dixieland on - I've heard it beats most other horns for MKOM.
My horns	Other horns? 1894 Besson cornet (my Grandpa's); 1924 Conn 22B; Besson/Kanstul C trumpet; new Besson Sovereign 928 cornet; Getzen Eterna flugel; Holton 5-valve DB euphonium; King Flugabone and Trombonium; Olds Special trombone. (I'm busy!)
Date	Sunday, December 3, 2000 at 22:08:41

Name:	Rudi Stuber
Email:	vjstuber_nospamgte.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Santa Barbara ,Ca originally from Switzerland
Comments:	Just got back after many years .Played in small groups while in college in Switzerland . Gave-it up in the mid 60ies Getting my chops back in form. Started to buy horns 2 years ago.
My horns	1950ies Martin Committee Le blanc Martin committee (black engraved ) Olds sonic Bach Strad 37 Bach C with several interchangeable mouth pipes 1950 Courtois fluegelhorn want to learn more and get a good Olds
Date	Sunday, December 3, 2000 at 12:06:38

Name:	David Kirkpatrick
Email:	Davekirkpat21058_nospamaol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Herlong California
Comments:	Just bought an old Ambassador cornet with a Vincent Bach mouthpiece #10 1/2C.It came with a case that says Lifton,"built like a fortress".Used to play a cornet though I never found out the difference between a cornet and a trumpet other than the looks.I believe the difference is that a cornet is lower in tone.
My horns	Ambassador cornet serial#56512.
Date	Saturday, December 2, 2000 at 17:28:50

Name:	MIKE SCHELL
Email:	BACHCRAY_nospamHOTMAIL.COM
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	KELOWNA BC CANADA
Comments:	WICKED SITE I WORK ,IN AMUSIC STORE SO IM AROUND MUSIC ALLDAY. LEARNED ALLOT FROM YOUR SITE.IF ANY OTHER TRUMPET PLAYERS OUT THERE WANT TO CHAT OR GET CHEAP CANADIAN PRICES GIVE ME A EMAIL.
My horns	BACH 37C MOUNT VERNON
Date	Friday, December 1, 2000 at 18:58:56

Name:	Brian
Email:	Luptak
HomePage:	http://www.geocities.com/xxmtheadxx/Brian_s_page.html
Where are you from:	Billings Montana
Comments:	like your site it's very helpful with trumpet info
My horns	Bundy from Vincent Bach
Date	Thursday, November 30, 2000 at 22:06:26

Name:	Tom Hayes
Email:	hayesfam_nospammodempool.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Jackson, Michigan
Comments:	great site. thanks
My horns	1965 Ambassador cornet 1960 (?) Special trumpet
Date	Tuesday, November 28, 2000 at 21:34:02

Name:	Martha Bates
Email:	g.lehr_nospamgte.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Biloxi Ms.
Comments:	We found a 1930 Olds Ambassador Coronet with the s/n 315880. It was in its case with the mouth piece olds #3. We have cleaned it up and would like more information on the instrument.
My horns	1930 Olds Ambassador Coronet
Editor:	That would be about 1959, not 1930. (1930 horns were in the 1700 to 3300 serial number range) The Ambassador was introduced after WWII and continued to be made until the company closed its doors in 1979.
Date	Tuesday, November 28, 2000 at 18:29:13

Name:	hank monaco
Email:	hmon3_nospamaol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Western Springs, Il
Comments:	Played an Olds Ambassador (circa '62) though high school and college (Notre Dame Marching Band '76 - 80). Never knew the rich history of the brand - (my folks bought the horn used from my cousin when I was in grade school - PS #4 Yonkers, NY). I'm now researching a new trumpet for my oldest son (10 years old and looking to upgrade from the old man's horn) and came across your site. Very informative - thanks!
My horns	1962 Olds Ambassador Trumpet
Date	Tuesday, November 21, 2000 at 19:29:44

Name:	Ryan Park
Email:	ryan_nospammaorin.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Vancouver, BC, Canada
Comments:	Wonderful site, filled with information, and not mindfluff like a good majority.
My horns	Besson Imperial Euphonium, Trombone.
Date	Sunday, November 19, 2000 at 19:53:24

Name:	Harland W. Epps
Email:	epps_nospamucolick.org
HomePage:	http://www.ucolick.org/~board/faculty/epps.html
Where are you from:	Santa Cruz, CA
Comments:	What an absolutely wonderful web site and hobby you have, Alan. It takes me back a very long way, to a high point in my life (that I probably should'nt have ever abandoned).
My horns	Olds Recording Trumpet #101859. My one and only "ax." Bought it new, wore it out playing jazz but still have it!
Date	Wednesday, November 15, 2000 at 14:25:31

Name:	Dantorri Herring
Email:	xx_live_wire_xx_nospamyahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Cairo, Georgia
Comments:	sup dude, this is 2nd chair at Cairo High School, just want to let you know what you all ready know, Trumpets are GODs
Date	Saturday, November 11, 2000 at 16:33:55

Name:	Larry White
Email:	lawsbw_nospamdellnet.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Idaho
Comments:	Great site. I plan on using some of the resources you list.
My horns	Mendez Olds ser # 132716 and 228212
Date	Thursday, November 9, 2000 at 14:28:38

Name:	dominic napolitano
Email:	trumpetguy009_nospamaol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	connecticut i now live in tn.
Comments:	this my favorite web site
My horns	OLDS AMBASS. RECORDING STUDIO CUSTOM SUPER SPECIAL MENDEZ SUPER STAR CORNET CALLICIO OLDS FLUGELHORN
Date	Saturday, October 28, 2000 at 03:13:11

Name:	Bill
Email:	Stomviman_nospamyahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Atlanta
Comments:	Love your site. I have an Olds Recording that I received for Christmas in 1960. It was bought new that December, probably from the Band Box in Atlanta, GA. Serial number is 336009.
My horns	Olds Recording, English Besson Shepherd's Crook Cornet, Stomvi Elite.
Date	Thursday, October 26, 2000 at 17:57:01

Name:	John Franklin
Email:	franklin156_nospamcs.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Downey, Ca.
Comments:	It is nice to learn more about Olds insturments. My father bought mine used in 1967 from United Band Insturments in Los Angeles for I believe $315.00. It is a wonderful horn that I enjoy playing.
My horns	Super Olds Trumpet, serial #108101
Date	Sunday, October 22, 2000 at 20:11:37

Name:	Walter v.d. Berkmortel
Email:	mitchel.walter_nospamhetnet.nl
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	The Netherlands
Comments:	I recently bought an Olds Clark Terry trumpet in Holland. It's a beauty, with a good sound.
My horns	Olds Trumpet nr. A27364
Date	Sunday, October 22, 2000 at 06:19:01

Name:	Ray Eby
Email:	rayeby_nospamepix.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	161 Redwell Rd.,New Holland,Pa.17557
Comments:	Love your site. Use it first for Ref. and info. Thanks, and keep up the good work.
My horns	(2) Mendez Trumpets (2) Olds Recorders 1 trumpet 1 cornet LS (1) Holton MF Horn ST302 trumpet (1) New York Sym. Speical Conn Trumpet
Date	Saturday, October 21, 2000 at 14:55:30

Name:	Dan Hoenigman
Email:	DanMH_nospamwebtv.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Mayfield Hts, Ohio
Comments:	Owner/proprietor of BIG BAND MUSICAL INSTRUMENT REPAIR 5969 Edgewood Rd. Mayfield Hts.,Ohio 44124
My horns	I've repaired more Olds horns than I can ever count. Overall, a good product. But, whoever designed the 3 point bell/valve/leadpipe brace for trumpets and cornets must have been drunk at the time!!! Also, I wonder why they soft soldered the waterkeys to the hinge tube??? I must have silver soldered a million of them in the last 24 years.
Date	Thursday, October 19, 2000 at 18:01:41

Name:	Naomitsu Kuno
Email:	intermex_nospammd.neweb.ne.jp
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Tokyo,Japan
Comments:	I have been into great Olds sound for years. It is warm, brilliant and powerful,isn't it?
My horns	Olds Recording:1956, Olds Special:1969, H.Selmer K-Modified:1955, H.N.White King Super20 Symphony, Quesnon Flugel:1912?, Jupiter Pkt.:1997, Jerome Callet Superchop:1992
Date	Sunday, October 15, 2000 at 11:30:55

Name:	William Hughes
Email:	wmhhughes_nospamaol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Originally, Memphis, TN
Comments:	Where would I find an approximate value for my horn? Thanks
My horns	Mendez Trumpet Ser. 338205
Date	Wednesday, October 11, 2000 at 00:14:57

Name:	Dave Stephens
Email:	dcstep_nospamswbell.net
HomePage:	http://www.expertcfo.com
Where are you from:	Dallas
Comments:	Great site. It really helped me zero in on the value of an Olds Studio cornet that I saw in a pawn shop. Lots of other great information provided.
My horns	Yamaha Heavywall Bb tpt, 1917 Conn New Wonder Cornet, Swiss made Conn Fluegal, Couenon C, Keefer cornet circa 1920
Date	Monday, October 9, 2000 at 16:43:16

Name:	Jason Elliott
Email:	jre_dragon_nospamhotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Cardiff, Wales, UK
Comments:	Nice page. Dad got an ambassador for his 21st and got a Custom Bb a few years later. They are superb instruments, still in almost perfect condition. Local pros are trying to persuade him to sell it to them, but he won't part with it.
My horns	Stomvi Elite Bb, Blessing Artist Eb Dad plays: Olds Custom Bb, Getzen Eterna Eb, Selmer Paris Picc., Conn Flugelhorn, Olds Ambassador Bb, Yamaha Cornet, Imperial Bb/F Trombone, Hosepipe.....etc.
Date	Monday, October 9, 2000 at 14:23:51

Name:	Bruce
Email:	brenf_nospamlanset.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Elk Grove Ca.
Comments:	looking for information on my horn
My horns	Olds Super
Date	Sunday, October 8, 2000 at 02:02:34

Name:	Bruce
Email:	brenf_nospamlanset.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Elk Grove Ca.
Comments:	looking for information on my horn
My horns	Olds Super
Date	Sunday, October 8, 2000 at 01:22:00

Name:	donald k. elliott
Email:	itsybaby_nospamiopener.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	wyoming, now in n.m. since l965
Comments:	played a reynolds trumpet in h.s. and in college at the u. of wyoming. played with several players who had olds trumpets, very nice horns.
My horns	have a l950's selmer (paris) TRUMPET AND A NEW BLESSING CORNET, WHICH I REALLY LIKE. SAD TO SEE OLDS GO, A VERY FINE BRASS COMPANY.
Date	Wednesday, October 4, 2000 at 00:48:51

Name:	John Peraino
Email:	jperaino_nospamoptonline.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Hamilton, NJ
Comments:	looking for a mint Mendez horn
My horns	Olds Super Recording Bach
Date	Tuesday, October 3, 2000 at 21:45:22

Name:	Keith Sladen
Email:	keith_nospam71dda.freeserve.co.uk
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Ashford UK
Comments:	I am a recent Olds convert, I wish I hadn,t wasted so much time.
My horns	Selmer Claude Gordon, 1957 Benge 3x,
Date	Monday, October 2, 2000 at 17:54:25

Name:	l wilson
Email:	l wilson_nospamlewiston.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	idaho
Comments:	great page
My horns	olds studio trumpat silver apr. 1969 plus several guitars
Date	Sunday, October 1, 2000 at 16:25:19

Name:	Rusty Mayben
Email:	RKMayben_nospamemail.msn.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Grapevine, Texas
Comments:	Bought my first Olds Super Trombone from Cline Music Co. in Dallas, Texas in 1941. Paid $150.00 and was the best equipped and proudest kid in Dallas!!!
My horns	Currently have a mint condition Olds Super Serial #146990. It was recently re-conditioned by Caldwell Music Co. in Abilene, Texas..not for sale at any price.
Date	Saturday, September 30, 2000 at 15:39:20

Name:	kruti patel
Email:	kruti _nospamhehe.com
HomePage:	http://-
Where are you from:	kenya
Comments:	i like your page
Date	Saturday, September 30, 2000 at 08:48:57

Name:	Lynn Stump
Email:	rktec300_nospampeopleweb.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Kingsport, TN
Comments:	Great Selmer info...thanks Alan. Looking for a GOOD K-Modified to replace a long lost "friend"!
My horns	B2 Schilke, Benge 3x, 37 Strad
Date	Thursday, September 28, 2000 at 22:20:52

Name:	Randy Martin
Email:	randym_nospammitsubishicc.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Indianapolis, Indiana
Comments:	Looking for an Olds Recording trumpet
My horns	Bach flugelhorn
Date	Thursday, September 28, 2000 at 18:07:20

Name:	Derek Smith
Email:	derekjsmith_nospamhotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Germany
Comments:	Great web-site - I've been looking for something like this for quite a while and am really glad to have found it.
My horns	Olds Special
Date	Wednesday, September 27, 2000 at 05:54:13

Name:	Derek Ruffell
Email:	derekruffell_nospambeeb.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Brighouse, West Yorks. England
Comments:	Thanks for the message - as said before your site is really neat and interesting - Keep up the good work and good luck.
My horns	Olds "Opera"
Date	Sunday, September 24, 2000 at 10:44:48

Name:	Dennis Blevins
Email:	44leeann_nospammsn.com
HomePage:	http://msnhomepages.talkcity.com/hobbyct/dennisblevins/homepage.html
Where are you from:	Kenova, West Virginia
Comments:	Very informative site on vintage Olds!I just purchased a 1965 Olds Studio cornet just like I played in Stage Band in high school. Just like an old friend!
My horns	1964 Wetklang silver Eb Cornet (German)1965 Olds Studio (silver)1990 Yamaha YCR-2330 Shepherd's Crook 1995 Getzen Mellophone (silver)
Date	Saturday, September 16, 2000 at 13:34:34

Name:	Bill Alexander
Email:	cornets_nospammindspring
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Buckhead-Atlanta,Ga.
Comments:	Excellent web site
My horns	Sevwral.Have Three Olds possibly for sale:Olds Recording cornet,Super Olds trumpetOlds Standard
Date	Thursday, September 14, 2000 at 21:09:34

Name:	james horaz
Email:	bonitat_nospammidwest.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Carterville Illinois
Comments:	Do you have any info about the King Silver Flair. I purchased one in the early 90's. I've heard that they were once discontinued and I was curious if I own a new or old model.
My horns	Yamaha(forgot the model) professional King Silver Flair Getzen Capri (for sale) Imperial Bugle (used for charges at football games)
Date	Thursday, September 14, 2000 at 13:55:57

Name:	Hank Crawley
Email:	hkcrawley_nospammsn.com
HomePage:	http://www.texpharm1.bigsmart.com
Where are you from:	Waco, Texas
Comments:	Your historical research is great. I play in the Waco Community Band and in a church orchestra.
My horns	My horns are 1) Olds Mendez (1972), 2) Bach Strad Model 37 (1984), 3) DEG Signature w/tuning bell (1990's, 4) Besson Meha C (1980's), and 5) Yamaha Eb/D (1999).
Date	Saturday, September 9, 2000 at 10:33:47

Name:	Jeff Shutts
Email:	shuttyj_nospamyahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	LaVerne, CA
Comments:	Cool page!
My horns	Selmer Paris k-modifieds/n 24621
Date	Friday, September 8, 2000 at 23:45:51

Name:	Chris Balo
Email:	ChBalo_nospamdsl-only.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Portland, OR
Comments:	Cool page, great reference and resources!
My horns	1994 Bach Strad #43 Trumpet, Olds Ambassador s/n #29400 Trumpet
Date	Wednesday, September 6, 2000 at 03:24:09

Name:	Kenneth Stokes
Email:	kdstokes_nospamhotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Shamrock Tx
Comments:	xxxxxxx
My horns	F A Reynolds circa 1953-54
Date	Sunday, September 3, 2000 at 19:31:53

Name:	Andrew Poplawski
Email:	andypop_nospamutahis.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Salt Lake City, Utah
Comments:	Like Your research
My horns	Old's Super Trombone, serial# 13945.
Date	Sunday, September 3, 2000 at 18:04:15

Name:	geoffrey james
Email:	gjames_nospamglobalserve.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	toronto, canada
Comments:	Just bought an olds custom (ultrasonic), which I like a lot, so your site is interesting.
My horns	also cuesnon flugel, and an old early professional yamaha from 1968
Date	Wednesday, August 30, 2000 at 09:31:45

Name:	Arturo Esquivel
Email:	arturo.esquivel_nospammnscu.edu
HomePage:	http://www.sptc.msncu.edu
Where are you from:	St. Paul, MN
Comments:	Your website has been a great find. Thanks
My horns	Schilke X3
Date	Tuesday, August 29, 2000 at 15:19:12

Name:	Joe McGlothlin
Email:	joeallan50_nospamaol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Florida
Comments:	I enjoyed your site. I agree there is a mystique about the Olds horns. For me the mystique began with a teacher whose playing I admired when I attended summer music camps while in high school. He was enthusiastic about the Olds Recording. I now own an Olds Recording that I like very, very much. I own two newer horns--a Bach and a Callet--but I find I don't pick them up and play them as much as I play the Olds and the Selmer K-Modified (that I played in college in the late 1960's). I also own an Olds Fluegel that produces the loveliest tone I have heard on a Fluegel. Viewing the pictures of the Olds line-up has been a treat. I hope I get a chance to try a Super--
My horns	Olds Recording, Selmer K-Modified, Bach Strad 37, Callet Superchops.
Date	Tuesday, August 29, 2000 at 02:02:27

Name:	Helen Hoskin
Email:	c9702346_nospamtopaz.cqu.edu.au
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia
Comments:	Very informational site. well designed and easy to use.
My horns	I have a A-10 Ambassador student trumpet serial Number 950 369.
Date	Thursday, August 24, 2000 at 13:23:36

Name:	S.L. Hickman
Email:	1701_nospamstartrekmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	TEXAS
Comments:	An EXCELLENT site for Olds Afficianados Especially when trying to explain or replace a horn. It seems the Olds myistique is having an effect on some newer players too.
My horns	1966 Ambassador Bb Coronet 1972 Ambassador Bb Trumpet 1974 Olds SUPER T-10 in Nickel-silver Used to play a Olds Fiberglass Sousaphone from 74-78
Date	Wednesday, August 23, 2000 at 10:41:09

Name:	Bob Lynn
Email:	bobolink7736_nospamaol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Gary, Indiana
Comments:	Thanks. Lots of interesting and helpful stuff
Date	Wednesday, August 23, 2000 at 01:56:38

Name:	Deron
Email:	DKK83_nospamaol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Honolulu, Hawaii
Comments:	Finally, I have found a website dedicated to Olds trumpets! This web site is by far the best for trumpets! I own a 1969 Ambassador given to me by my uncle. I wouldn't give it up for anything. I am currently in my senior year with the Kalani H.S. Falcon Band. I played the trumpet for 8 years and have used the Ambassedor for 6. I agree with the catalog when it said that it had ruggedness and comfortable when holding. I march with it all the time and it has never failed me once! Anyway, geat web site and keep up the good work!
My horns	Olds Ambassedor (1969)
Date	Friday, August 18, 2000 at 01:41:50

Name:	Richard Gibbons
Email:	freudfrend_nospamaol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	CT
Comments:	Love the Olds site! Special thanks for the catalogs from various years, and the valuable information on these great Olds horns.
My horns	1953 New York Bach Strad w/ 37 bell. 1994 Bach Strad w/ 43 bell. 1978 Olds Ambassador, silverplated, shepherd's crook cornet (I will never sell this horn!). Blessing 154RT flugelhorn. Blessing Artist 152 C trumpet. Jean Baptiste pocket trumpet
Date	Sunday, August 6, 2000 at 20:01:16

Name:	Ms. Cornet
Email:	trestrumpet_nospamyahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	USA
Comments:	Great site! Very informative. I think it's great that so many people love their Olds horns.
My horns	Olds Special trumpet; Olds Ambassador cornet; Holton Collegiate trumpet (my first).
Date	Saturday, August 5, 2000 at 02:10:05

Name:	Dave Stephens
Email:	dcstep_nospamswbell.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Dallas, Tx
Comments:	Great site. Makes me want to find that Ambassador that was in the closet for so long. Thanks for putting it together.
My horns	1907-1908 (sn 101,xxx) Conn Victor New Wonder Cornet(restored): Yamaha "Heavy-Wall" Bb Trpt; Conn Fluegal (made in Switzerland); Couesnon C, small bore, long bell
Date	Tuesday, August 1, 2000 at 14:46:43

Name:	Leon Taylor
Email:	Leon_Taylor5_nospamexcite.co.uk
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Faversham, Kent - UK
Comments:	Wonderful, thanks. Does anyone know of any good sites about Piccolo trumpets? That aside, I must go and check the serial number on my trumpet.
My horns	Olds Recording Bb trumpet; Senator piccolo; and, some old yamaha thing with one valve seized up (it was my first and I can't seem to part with it even if it is a pile of rubbish that collects dust in the loft)
Date	Thursday, July 27, 2000 at 16:39:48

Name:	miles clark
Email:	milesclark17_nospamhotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	nottingham uk
Comments:	hey i just found a bach strad in a rubbish heap. lucky or what!
My horns	bach stradivarius Bb blessing scholastic
Date	Saturday, July 22, 2000 at 05:49:36

Name:	Linda MacDonald
Email:	fifenhorn_nospamyahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Atlanta (Stockbridge, really!)
Comments:	Hey Alan! Thought I would check out your site and say hello! How's things at Callanwolde? Tell the folks I said hey (those who would care, anyway!) and I'll be looking to get to one of your performances soon! Still with the Georgia Brass Band! Linda
My horns	King Silver Flair B-flat Trumpet Besson B-flat Cornet Bundy B-flat Cornet (yeah, I know...) Holton Collegiate B-flat Trumpet
Date	Friday, July 21, 2000 at 13:54:35

Name:	Alan Shelton
Email:	dixicornet_nospamcs.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Southern California
Comments:	Please be sure the lists of horns listed never falls into the hands of wives who think we have "only a couple" of trumpets.
My horns	Olds Super Trumpet (1953), Olds Super Cornet (1957?), Olds Ambassador Cornet (1965?), Olds Recording Cornet (1976), Bach Strad Trumpet (1990), Conn Student Cornet (19??, Benge Flugelhorn
Date	Wednesday, July 19, 2000 at 17:16:14

Name:	Alan Shelton
Email:	dixicornet_nospamcs.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Southern California
Comments:	Enjoyed visiting your Olds site. Keep up the good work.
My horns	Olds Super Trumpet- circa 1953
Date	Wednesday, July 19, 2000 at 17:12:06

Name:	Wendell Johnson
Email:	LaneSong_nospamaol.com
HomePage:	http://members.aol.com/lanesong/HERBALPE.HTM
Where are you from:	Memphis, Tennessee
Comments:	The first trumpet I owned was an Olds Ambassador. One of the best beginner trumpets ever made! If you love trumpet music visit my web site dedicated to Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass at http://members.aol.com/lanesong/HERBALPE.HTM
My horns	I own a LA Benge 3X model
Date	Wednesday, July 19, 2000 at 07:56:47

Name:	Glenn Sandve
Email:	gshs_nospamwin.bright.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Box 99 Spring Valley, WI 54767
Comments:	Your website has been very valuable to me. Keep up the good work!
My horns	Bach Mount Vernon Strad Trumpet Olds Super Cornet Olds Ambassador cornets (3) York trumpet with rotary switch A to Bb(I Think)
Date	Saturday, July 15, 2000 at 18:46:34

Name:	Guy Aton
Email:	GAton96622_nospamaol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Alton, Illinois
Comments:	As a one year comeback player I'm delighted each time I play the Recording Cornet I won on EBay. I don't know if it's the horn or me, but the drudgry is gone. I love this horn.
My horns	Recording, Super and Special Cornets all from Ebay.
Date	Wednesday, July 12, 2000 at 00:37:35

Name:	Al Lilly
Email:	alilly_nospamscican.net
HomePage:	http://www.scican.net/~alilly/alilly.html
Where are you from:	Martinsville, IN
Comments:	Alan-great site! Superb source of information and materials about a great instrument line.
My horns	My Instruments
Date	Tuesday, July 4, 2000 at 11:14:47

Name:	Myndi Chinn
Email:	myc84_nospamhotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Augusta KS 67010
Comments:	liked your page...have an old Olds trumpet...needs brass finish redone badly, but otherwise still plays ok...
My horns	Olds Ambassodor Trumpet
Date	Sunday, July 2, 2000 at 15:52:50

Name:	Chuck Madere
Email:	smad1809!_nospamaol
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Cerritos Ca.
Comments:	I worked at Olds 1962-1972. I like your web page and thank you for keeping the Olds story alive.
My horns	I am a reed player so don't have any but somtimes see some mice ones come into the repair shop.
Date	Sunday, July 2, 2000 at 02:27:23

Name:	Glenn Kozak
Email:	Glenn.Kozak_nospamusarc-emh2.army.mil
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Wilber, Nebraska (now living near Chicago)
Comments:	In the Spring of 1971 my parents bought me an Olds Super Trumpet near the end of my junior year in High School. They paid $345 new. I still play it several times a year, and can still hit the high notes with it.
My horns	In the 1st Marine Division Band at Camp Pendleton, CA (1972-74), I play a Bach Strad Model 37. I still like my Olds the best, and will never sell it.
Date	Thursday, June 29, 2000 at 15:32:12

Name:	Joe McCauley
Email:	jmccauley_nospamuh.edu
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Houston
Comments:	PS A local jazz player who works for Mars Music (where Yamaha is sold) played my '55 (not '57) Studio model (with Bach 3C megatone mpce) against my 6310 Z and a Yamaha 6335 and preferred the Olds! I now play my 6310Z with an Olds 7C mpce--it has a very nice tone, is as easy to blow through as a new Bach 7C, and makes the Yamaha sound more like a flugelhorn.
Date	Thursday, June 22, 2000 at 08:38:54

Name:	Ray Crane
Email:	kalos_nospamrr1.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Martinsville, Il
Comments:	It is wonderful to find another Olds lover.
My horns	Olds Ambassador, Olds Special(purchased new in '67), Bach TR300
Date	Wednesday, June 21, 2000 at 20:56:52

Name:	Dan Jett
Email:	DanJett_nospamaol.com
Where are you from:	La Selva Beach, CA
Comments:	I love your website! Around 1962 Mom bought me a new Olds Recording trumpet - $25 down and $25/mo from her grocery money - was I ever proud of that horn! I played it exclusively for almost 30 years all through college and as an active adult amateur before finally switching to a Bach Strad. The valves have never been worked on but their action is still the best I've felt. My only gripe was rough tone in the lowest notes - F# at the bottom of the natural range was particularly difficult to sound cleanly. I had my Recording refinished about 1972 but, alas, it has darkened again and I hesitate to have it redone since some definition was lost in the fancy bell engraving the first time. When this horn is in prime condition it's a thing of beauty with a striking tri-color pattern highlighted by the lovely rose brass bell & pipe. Combine these with the forward set piston assembly, the offset middle valve, the spring action 3rd valve trigger (pull ring in to extend slide rather than push out) and the elegant side mounted spit valve lever on the tuning slide, and you have an instrument that is truly unique, even to the rest of the Olds line. I've been considering selling this horn but I think I just convinced myself to keep it (with a nudge from Olds Central-inspired nostalgia).
My horns	Olds Recording, Bach Stradivarius 43 trumpet, Bach Strad Mt. Vernon cornet, Getzen Bb heraldry trumpet, assorted bugles.
Date	Tuesday, June 20, 2000 at 20:00:59

Name:	Bobby Gudger
Email:	bgudger_nospammcihvac.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Charlotte, NC
Comments:	Thanks for helping me date my trombones. Still have both from High School '80-'83. After reading the history I hated that I used my Super for marching band. Liked it so much I didn't use my silver F trigger Super Star much. My Super has a silver band around bell with FE Olds & Son, Super Olds, Los Angeles engraved. Is this typical of all super models? Bell has been re-lacquered. Does this lessen value? By your data I place my super around Nov, 1953 & my silver super star around spring 1974. Thanks again.
My horns	Olds Super s/n: 109189, Olds Silver Super Star w/F trigger s/n: 873029, (1)35 year-old rusty set of chops
Date	Monday, June 19, 2000 at 16:38:14

Name:	Ruari Wilson
Email:	ruariwilson_nospamyahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Edinburgh, Scotland
Comments:	Great to see the site. I have a Super serial: 12930 which must mean it was manfactured around 1939! i had no idea of its age! John Wilbraham, the great English trumpeter who pioneered using the piccolo here, chose it on my behalf when I was studying with him in about 1984. For me, the horn still rates with anything else I have blown. Thank you very much for all your research.
My horns	Olds Super lacquer serial: 12930
Date	Thursday, June 15, 2000 at 09:40:36

Name:	Krystal Romero
Email:	Krysdawn_nospamhotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Michigan
Comments:	I love this page, I played trumpet for 7 years, and loved the collections you had and have, they are nice horns.
My horns	I just have an old Bundy horn my dad used to play in church, but no less, still sounds good.
Date	Wednesday, June 14, 2000 at 16:08:26

Name:	Doug Hines
Email:	dmhines_nospamtotal.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Georgetown, Ontario, Canada
Comments:	I bought an F. E. Olds Recording trumpet serial # 127770 (1939 ?) at a country auction in about 1986. It's been well used and there is normal wear of both lacquer and plating but it's in perfect shape otherwise. The valves are gummy as I don't play it and have not had it looked at. It has the offset second valve and bits of mother of pearl on the slides. It also has a tuning slide. It came comeplete with mouthpiece and case. What do you think I paid for it? There was only one other person at the auction who knew anything about the horn and he left before it was auctioned off.
My horns	#127770 F.E. Olds Recording Trumpet
Date	Wednesday, June 14, 2000 at 09:07:17

Name:	Joanna W
Email:	jtw03_nospamyahoo.com
HomePage:	http://www.angelfire.com/wv/jtw085
Where are you from:	NY
Comments:	Nice page!
My horns	Silver Bach Stradivarius #43 bell (1999) Conn intermediate trumpet - for marching band (1997) I use a Jerome Callet mouthpiece - high notes are much easier and playing is not as taxing
Date	Tuesday, June 13, 2000 at 17:28:49

Name:	Sherwin B Parro
Email:	Kingtrumpet_nospamdigitelone.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Philippines
Comments:	Its OK
Date	Tuesday, June 13, 2000 at 08:53:04

Name:	Joe McCauley
Email:	jmccauley_nospamuh.edu
HomePage:	http://www.uh.edu/~jmccaul2/
Where are you from:	Houston
Comments:	My 8 yr old now plays my '57 Studio model, which was relacquered in the seventies and is in perfect shape. Which has better tone quality/ease of blowing high notes: the Recording or the Super?
My horns	Olds Studio model trumpet Yamaha 6310Z trumpet Yamaha 731 Flugelhorn
Date	Monday, June 12, 2000 at 12:41:38

Name:	Peter Olstad
Email:	polstad_nospamearthlink.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Englewood, Colorado
Comments:	I play a 1952 Olds Recording trumpet and it is the best horn that I've ever played
My horns	Olds Recording trumpet vintage 1952
Date

Name:	Roy Halee
Email:	rdhsenior_nospamaol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Florida, N.Y.
Comments:	Semi retired record producer and Eng. Comebackplayer now that I have the time.
My horns	Schilke B1, Schilke XA1 Cornet, Very Old King Tmpt.
	May 27, 2000 00:56:17 (GMT Time)

Name:	Rosalyn Robinson
Email:	Mislady_19_nospamblackplanet.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	I am from Detroit, Mi.
Comments:	I love your web page pretty nice. I also love playing the Trumpet. I need some advice I have the range to play on my horn, but I'm not able to get up there all the time. I'm interesting in meeting one of the greatest trumpet player's in the world. I have been playing trumpet since junior high, and I am now playing in the university of arkansas at pine bluff marching/concert band. i'm trying to improve on my own. I know the basics like scales and lip slurs and anything else you want to thro
My horns	The instrument I play right now is a Holton, in high school I played a Blessing. I play on a beginner's mouthpiece sometimes,which is a 7c, and a 1, and a 11/2.
	May 10, 2000 03:28:11 (GMT Time)

Name:	Jeff Jesch
Email:	JJesch_nospamworldnet.att.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Reno, NV
Comments:	Been browsing for info. on a Selmer K-modified. If you know anything about the horn, please email me
My horns	Selmer K-modified c.1965, OK condition
	April 27, 2000 01:01:36 (GMT Time)

Name:	Tater
Email:	Tater-buggy_nospamAol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:
Comments:	This is a very nice site! I am looking for info on Trumpets for a report anywazzz LATER
My horns
	April 19, 2000 22:51:45 (GMT Time)

Name:	TERRYCERAMI
Email:	terrycerami_nospamyahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Texas
Comments:	i love to play the trumpet. I am looking for free sheet music online do you know where I can find some.
My horns	BACH
	April 17, 2000 13:36:28 (GMT Time)

Name:	RICK ALLEN
Email:	rallen_bandmaster_nospamyahoo.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	HAMILTON ONTARIO CANADA
Comments:	LOOKING TO BUY 'Bb'ONE VALVE BUGLE WITH VALVE CHANGE TO'F' SOPRANO,TENOR,BARITONE FRENCH HORN.ANY ASSIASTANCE APRECIATE!!!!!!!!!!!!
My horns
	April 17, 2000 00:44:24 (GMT Time)

Name:	john p birchall
Email:	jpb2_nospamstudent.open.ac.uk
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Chester, England.
Comments:	such erudition and enthusiasm1 an example to us all ... especially novice sax players!? keep it going!
My horns	Selmer MkVI soprano and Band in a Box nut ...
	April 5, 2000 16:09:14 (GMT Time)

Name:	Jim Renfroe
Email:	jbrart_nospammindspring.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Atlanta,Ga.
Comments:	From one Callanwolde Band Member, to another, great site. Although I don't play trumpet or cornet, I do find other instruments interesting. The fact that the trumpet section moved from in front of the trombone section doens't mean we can't still hear you. You sound great. Keep up the good work. See you on Wednesday nights.
My horns	1950's Olds Tenor Trombone, 1997 or 98 Blessing F Trombone.
	March 23, 2000 21:37:42 (GMT Time)

Name:	Alexandra Koons
Email:	alex_e_koons_nospamhotmail.com
HomePage:	don't have one
Where are you from:	A small boring town called Ada
Comments:	I play the trumpet too and i love playing! I just totally love music,its practically the best thing in the world. Soon our schools band is going to Florida to march in MGM, i'm really excited, were leaving in a week, which means March 28.
My horns	I have old conn director, i think my mom said its a 1957 Then last year at christmas 1998, i got a silver olds horn.
	March 21, 2000 01:31:06 (GMT Time)

Name:	Anna Doyle"Li'l trumpeter
Email:	annamaryrose_nospamhotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	ireland
Comments:	If your a young trumpet player and wants to make friends with another trumpeter send me an e-mail!!
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	March 17, 2000 19:15:49 (GMT Time)

Name:	mathew madden
Email:	mgmadden_nospambellatlantic.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	west chester, pa
Comments:	found your sight while looking for a trumpet for my daughter. very interesting!
My horns	played cornets all my life, never a trumpet. have an older yamaha
	March 15, 2000 00:22:33 (GMT Time)

Name:	Sean
Email:	ozzy807_nospamicqmail.com
HomePage:	http://www.angelfire.com/ns/mrcrowley
Where are you from:	USA
Comments:	i want a pocket trumpet!! im gonna look at ebay
My horns	all i got is a yamaha beginners trumpet, i should have gotten bach though
	March 5, 2000 23:34:33 (GMT Time)
editor's comment	Nah, you should have gotten an Olds! ;->

Name:	Oystein Isene
Email:	oystein.isene_nospamstorebrand.no
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Norway
Comments:	I think your homepage is one of the most informative I've seen. Do you know when the Olds Super Star was introduced?
editor's reply	Not exactly, but I'm pretty sure it was mid-70's.
My horns	Olds Super Star 1972, trumpet (great!) Conn Victor 1941, cornet Jupiter Pocket
	March 1, 2000 09:52:55 (GMT Time)

Name:	josh mazzanti
Email:
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	alameda california
Comments:	this is everything i needed
My horns	trumpet, basoon, baritone horn, guitar, bass, trombone,clarinet,
	Febuary 29, 2000 22:25:00 (GMT Time)

Name:	Dennis Jackson
Email:	djackson_nospamexcelonline.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Virginia
Comments:	Nice web page
My horns	Leblanc Bach Strad Olds Ambassador(first horn in school) Benge C Getzen Flugel Getzen Cornet Benge Picc Jupiter Pocket
	Febuary 26, 2000 20:28:02 (GMT Time)

Name:	nuno alves
Email:	sasa_nospammail.telepac.pt
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	set�bal Portugal
Comments:	Man your page is very well organize, and your colletion of horns... what a show. in portugal we have more difficulty in having old intruments, cause there is no specialized shops in repairing or selling, and when we by to particulars the horns are in lousely state. congratulations for your page
My horns	Yamaha student model /17c4 gp b&s flug /selmer 3bf gaillard & loiselet cornet /original mouthpiece and selmer 3bf
	Febuary 26, 2000 03:39:33 (GMT Time)

Name:	Adrian Roberts
Email:	coyote99_nospamfreewwweb.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Stone Mountain, GA
Comments:	Very informative site. I'm a beginning player/collector, and am eager to learn as much as possible.
My horns	1956 Beltone Trumpet, 1997 Bach Strad Trumpet, 1966 Getzen Eterna "Diz" Trumpet, 1947 Conn 12A "Coprion" Cornet, 1947 Olds Ambassador Cornet, 1947 Conn 80A Victor Cornet, 1907 J.W York Perfectone Cornet, 1881 Besson Brevette Cornet, 1905 Lyon and Healy Cornet. I'm looking for a "player" cornet, maybe a Schilke or an Olds Recording. Cheers!
	Febuary 10, 2000 04:19:33 (GMT Time)

Name:	Cykosis
Email:	cykosis_nospamemail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	tn
Comments:	your site is the only place I ould find info on my Ambassador. Turns out it really is a good horn, thanks!
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	Febuary 7, 2000 20:05:42 (GMT Time)

Name:	ENRICO BORSETTI
Email:	jamandjive_nospamhotmail.com
HomePage:	I don't have it
Where are you from:	ROME, ITALY
Comments:	Hi Alan, I liked a lot your site and all together in the world of the vintage brass community should be in contact each others. Send me your news when you can, thanx a lot. ENRICO
My horns	York Perfec Tone cornet with gold engravings, F.E. Olds golden plated trombone with an engraved bear playing trombone, Besson trumpet made in the 20's, Reynolds silver plated cornet with US engraved on the bell, Selmer 1956 trumpet 24A leadpipe - Armstrong design, Caravelle slide trumpet
	Febuary 6, 2000 15:17:44 (GMT Time)

Name:	Niles Eldredge
Email:	flumpet_nospamearthlink.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Ridgewood, New Jersey
Comments:	Great job, Alan, onthe Olds serial nos. Check out my "French Connection" part of Nick DeCarlis's webpage
My horns	375+, mostly vintage cornets; doing a history of Besson, Courtois and others...
	January 29, 2000 21:50:26 (GMT Time)

Name:	Vicky
Email:	vstrumpet_nospamiwon.com
HomePage:	http://www.geocities.com/zodie97
Where are you from:	Los Angeles, CA
Comments:	Great website, I love all the horns. I play trumpet and trombone
My horns	Trumpet: Conn 22B Trombone: Yamaha YSL345(Standard)
	January 18, 2000 21:58:32 (GMT Time)

Name:	Bob Leyland
Email:	leyland_nospamtelus.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Port Alberni, B.C. Canada
Comments:	Trombone player or was....blew up my eardrum and am not allowed to play any more.
My horns	Cavalier Sterling Silver Coronet Yamaha Red Brass Trombone
	January 17, 2000 21:11:26 (GMT Time)

Name:	Ray Pillon
Email:	pillon_nospaminterlog.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Mississauga(Toronto) Canada
Comments:	A pleasant surprize to find your most informative page. I'll certainly bookmark it
My horns	1946 Olds Super(Bought new in 1946) 1967 Olds Recording(Bought used in 1977) Both horns are in excellent condition and are used by me in 3 big dance bands
	January 17, 2000 21:10:22 (GMT Time)

Name:	Ted Carlson
Email:	tedcarlson_nospamthegrid.net
HomePage:	http://members.xoom.com/tedcarlson/rrd.html
Where are you from:	Central California
Comments:	Very nice website. Great source of information. Nice horn collection and photos.
My horns	Olds 1953 Recording trumpet. Olds 1955 Recording cornet. Olds 1974 Rose brass flugelhorn. Paris Selmer 1958 K-Modified trumpet. Wurlitzer circa 1900 shepherd's crook, short cornet. Jupiter 1980's pocket trumpet.
	January 16, 2000 04:35:09 (GMT Time)

Name:	Mike Milholland
Email:	kristinm_nospamgte.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Seattle, WA
Comments:	I recently brought my Mendez Coronet out of the closet to play it a while. It has been pretty neglected since I stopped playing it in high school, 20+ years ago. Thinking about getting it restored in case my kids want to join band.
My horns	Mendez Coronet Serial #279609
	January 14, 2000 05:26:12 (GMT Time)

Name:	Larry Griggs
Email:	ljkdg762AOL.COM
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	kNOXVILLE, TN.
Comments:	Thanks for the web site. Very usefull.
My horns	I have an H.A. Selmer Paris Trumpet made in 1952, horn is mint # 12136. An H.A. Selmer Paris cornet with a four digit serial#. A Holton student trumpet. An AMATI Pockrt trumpet. A King Flugel Horn and an old Buescher trumpet from around the 30's or 40's.
	January 2, 100 20:27:12 (GMT Time)

Name:	Charles Johnson
Email:	drcjohnson_nospamprodigy.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Raleigh, NC
Comments:	Alan & I played 4 years together at NCSU. We were in the band at courtside when NCSU won the NCAA basketball championship in 1974. Good times. Alan had great range and technique. He was the 2nd best trumpeter at NCSU!!
editor's reply	Hey, thanks! That's about the best compliment I've ever received from another trumpet player! ;->
My horns	Bach
	December 31, 99 16:24:14 (GMT Time)

Name:	Larry Lane
Email:	cometausti_nospamaol.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Charlotte, NC
Comments:	I am trying to buy an Olds Recording Trumpet at this time on ebay! Good Luck to me!
My horns	Yamaha 6310zs Bb Yamaha C trpt Getzen flugel
	December 19, 99 00:42:45 (GMT Time)

Name:	Peter Salt
Email:	salt_nospamansonic.com.au
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Melbourne, Australia
Comments:	I'm a collector of vintage trumpets. I have a Bach D trumpet Serial No. 358 built for Harry Glantz in 1928. Also a Martin 1933, Conn 27B 1932, Conn 41B 1935 and Mt.Vernon Bach 1962.
My horns	I bought a Selmer Radial in 1970 but, sold it. I also owned 3 brand new Olds Recordings in the mid 60's
	December 18, 99 11:06:22 (GMT Time)

Name:	Daniel F. Richard
Email:	bassman__nospamprcn.org & bassman_48_nospamhotmail.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Powell River, British Columbia, Canada
Comments:	I'm sending you an email message regarding \/
My horns	Selmer Bb trumpet ser.no.508
	December 3, 99 18:24:19 (GMT Time)

Name:	Robert Osmun
Email:	rosmun_nospamosmun.com
HomePage:	http://www.osmun.com
Where are you from:	Arlington, Mass
Comments:	A very nice site. We will find the Olds and Selmer information useful. Thanks
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	December 3, 99 15:42:23 (GMT Time)

Name:	Bill Harris
Email:	bill.harris_nospamhome.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Toronto, Ontario Canada
Comments:	Nice to finally see an Olds site. I may have a catalog circa 1985. If I do I'll scan some of it and send it along to you
My horns	Olds Opera Cornet Schilke MII trumpet & trying to buy back my Recording & trying to buy a friend's Mendez & lost track of my Ambassador many years ago ('62?)
	December 1, 99 03:06:36 (GMT Time)

Name:	Jerry Lofstead
Email:	hboc.com
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	Atlanta
Comments:
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	November 22, 99 01:52:35 (GMT Time)

Name:	jeff pauley
Email:	jeffpauley_nospamwebtv.net
HomePage:	http://
Where are you from:	deleon springs, fl
Comments:	great website...very useful! Thanks for all the hard work to make it happen. .......regards, jeff
My horns	bach 37s, olds ambassador trumpet & cornet, blessing ml1 trumpet, and blessing flugel
	November 20, 99 14:49:16 (GMT Time)

Name:	Alan Rouse
Email:	alan_nospamrouses.net
HomePage:	http://rouses.net
Where are you from:	Atlanta Ga
Comments:	Welcome to my site!
My horns:	click here
	November 19, 99 17:21:59 (GMT Time)