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The innovations in leadpipe design, bell shape, and wrap (the overall shape of the tubing and instrument) resulted in a far superior instrument to the trumpets of the day. Buyer is responsible for any duties or taxes assessed.A lesson on Besson HistoryThe Besson trumpets of the early 20th century were the first truly modern trumpets.
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I will ship to other countries - please reach out for a shipping quote before bidding. Please ask questions before putting in an offer - I can send additional pictures upon request. I have done my best to show and defects in pictures. The horn is not shipped with a mouthpiece. It also has a bit of a musty smell that I am trying to get out. The latches will not close (ceased) and will need to be replaced. My goal is to find the same horn in silverplate.The horn comes with original Besson case which is in excellent shape other than the hardware. The only reason I am selling the horn is that I have developed an allergy to various metals and this horn is bothering me - I do not have the same issues with silverplate horns. It does have lacquer loss in places - most prevalent on the 2nd valve slide and around the 3rd valve dump slide.Valves move freely but the 3rd valve is a bit louder than the other 2 - I think that it needs new springs.
BESSON AND CO BREVETE TRUMPET SERIAL NUMBER
Serial number 2085 dates it back to 1982-1983 - horns under 2500 are reputed to be expertly and meticulously crafted.Horn has no large dings or dents - just a couple of micro dents as noted in pictures. This is a very light, free blowing, responsive and resonant horn. Kanstul French Besson Meha lacquered trumpet - Paris only on bell indicating that it is a. Besson Meha 1982-1983 Lacquer Bb trumpet.