Years and Serial Numbers are Approximate.
Buescher Trumpet Serial numbers are most often found on the 2nd valve casing - OR if that is buffed off, check on one of the valves themselves! Pull out a valve and look on the section just below the button and stem. In MOST Buecher trumpets in the 1950s and earlier, you can find the serial number here as well.
Please see the Bell Logos section to see samples of each Bell Logo.
If your Buescher Trumpet/Cornet bares an engraving of an ELK on the bell, please see the note below the serial number chart.
Kanstul records of the French Besson are better, although for 4 digit serial numbers they overlapped with other brass lines, for example the same serial number could be on a French Besson trumpet, a mellophone, and a custom Callet trumpet. All existing Kanstul French Besson trumpets have 3, 4 or 5 digit serial numbers (got to about 7,000. Restored and silver plated by Kanstul Instruments, 2007: Clifford K: 300: 2007: 91764. Serial Numbers – Trumpet 3. Serial Numbers – Trombone Links. Kanstul has contributed greatly to the advancement of the trumpet. Mechanically and acoustically, every Kanstul trumpet responds to the ever-increasing demands of contemporary literature, permitting its brilliant voice to speak in passages heretofore thought impossible. Olds Ambassador Trumpet S Serial Number Lists For. I have been trying to improve upon the generally-available serial number lists for. Ive used this as a framework on which to add new pieces of information I have gathered. Shortly after his death in 1928, the company introduced its initial trumpets, under the leadership of his son, Reginald B. This is a Kanstul Fullerton Trumpet. It was made when Zig Kanstul opened his own factory in Fullerton after leaving Olds, Benge and King, and I think just before his collaboration with Besson on the Marvin Stamm and Meha models. I put this in the late 80's or early 90's. It has a low serial number.
| Serial Number | Year Manufactured | Logo Type |
|---|---|---|
Model Introduced: 'True Tone' 1890-1932 | ||
| 1 | 1888-1904 | |
1903 Fire in Elkhart plant destroys all prior records | ||
| 5000 | 1905 | |
| 5620 | 1906 | |
| 6610 | 1907 | |
| 7808 | 1908 | |
| 8580 | 1909 | |
| 11250 | 1910 | |
| 13685 | 1911 | |
| 15870 | 1912 | |
| 18178 | 1913 | |
| 22860 | 1914 | |
| 25103 | 1915 | |
| 28875 | 1916 | |
| 32350 | 1917 | |
| 37540 | 1918 | |
| 46975 | 1919 | |
| 61255 | 1920 | |
| 78525 | 1921 | |
| 99275 | 1922 | |
| 125750 | 1923 | |
| 150250 | 1924 | |
| 175275 | 1925 | |
| 202350 | 1926 | |
| 222175 | 1927 | |
| 235250 | 1928 | |
| 245250 | 1929 | |
| 255275 | 1930 | |
| 260125 | 1931 | |
Model Introduced: 'Aristocrat' 1932-1963 | ||
| 264025 | 1932 | |
| 265523 | 1933 | |
| 267356 | 1934 | |
| 268971 | 1935 | |
| 272896 | 1936 | |
| 279300 | 1937 | |
| 284418 | 1938 | |
| 288024 | 1939 | |
| 291336 | 1940 | |
Model Introduced: 'The 400' 1937-1966 (?)- Serial Range 283xxx - 438xxx | ||
| 294125 | 1941 | |
| 297527 | 1942 | |
| 303000 | 1945 | |
| 312000 | 1948 | |
| 316000 | 1949 | |
| 326000/332000* | 1950 | |
| 337000 | 1951 | |
| 347000 | 1952 | |
| 350000 | 1955 | |
| 360000 | 1960 | |
| 381000 | 1963 | |
About this time Selmer Purchased Buescher | ||
| 408000 | 1965 | |
| 520000 | 1970 | |
| 630000 | 1975 | |
| 785000 | 1980 | |
| 875000 | 1983 | |
| - | - | |
*1950 Serial number is different on various sites.. so I have listed BOTH numbers, I think the number MORE accurate would be 326000.
Please note that there are a FEW exceptions to this chart.
1) Some of the modern Buescher labeled trumpets from the 1970-present that have serial numbers that do not correspond to this chart. Most seem to have the 'Upsidedown Nike' Bell Logo and are model BU-7. Selmer must have done a serial number 'reset' at some point.
2) I have also noticed some of the 1960s 'Side Scroller' and possibly 'Top Scroller' logoed trumpets/cornets that have serial numbers in the 100,000 range. These obviously are NOT subject to this serial number chart. These are most likely mid to late 1960s instruments.
3) Most (if not all) Buescher trumpets that have the 'ELK' logo have a separate serial number listing. The Valve Block on these instruments are made by Elkhart and thus have a completely different numbering system.
Kanstul Chicago Trumpet
Any Trumpet or Cornet with the engraving of an ELK (see below) will NOT match up on the Buescher Serial number list. They also bear the inscription 'BUILT BY BUESCHER'. These instruments had their OWN serial numbering system. Most were made post World War II possibly up to 1960. If you see one of these horns and the owner is claiming they are from the 1920s or 1930s or before, then they are using the wrong serial number chart. I do not know if an Elkhart Serial number list exists or not.
Big Thanks to Dr Rick's Vinllage Flute and Sax Shop website for providing some of the serial numbers and years produced.
I also gathered information for this page from MusicTrader.com website that cites Albert Mensinga as the source for MANY of the serial numbers.
If you happen to have any additional information that would make this chart MORE accurate, please feel free to email me.
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Bach Stradivarius Model 198 “Model 6” #0383
Part of a very limited edition of the Bach Stradivarius line, the series beginning in the year 2000, designed as a kind of replica patterned after the early Bach “New York” model (first in line of the Bach Strads) and before the Bach Mt. Vernon models. These original Bachs were first made in the factory (three different factories, beginning in 1919) in New York City before moving out to Mt. Vernon, NY (1953) and then being sold to Selmer and moving to Elkhart, Indiana in 1965. Read below (from www.bachloyalist.com)
“The limited edition Vintage Bach Stradivarius Model 6 trumpet actually dates back to the first quarter of the 20th century. During his lifetime, the noted musician and engineer Vincent Bach (1890-1976) researched and developed countless instrument designs. After much experimentation he built his first trumpet in 1924. While today the Bach model 180S37, based on the #37 bell flare and #25 lead pipe, stands as the world’s most popular trumpet, such was not the case during Vincent’s lifetime. In the period 1927-1930 Bach trumpets based on a #6 bell flare and #6 leadpipe were all the rage. Famous musicians such as Harry Glantz, George Mager, F.E. Olds, Elden Benge, and mouthpiece maker Frank Zottola at one time owned one of these Bach models. The Selmer Company pays tribute to this popular model by using it as the basis for its limited edition Vintage Bach Stradivarius trumpet. In recreating the 1930’s look, the Vintage will incorporate hex-style slide pull knobs and wider bracing than found on today’s standard models. A longer mouthpiece receiver embraces the Bach Mt. Vernon look. A handsome silver-plated finish with gold-plated trim and distinctive engraving will protect and adorn the instrument. Like all Bach Stradivarius trumpets the Vintage will feature on-piece bell construction. Hand hammering converts sheets of special brass into trumpet bells. Several times throughout the manufacturing process the bells are annealed in high temperature ovens to soften the metal and relieve stress. During the spinning state a piece of wire is place din to the bell rim. Lead soldering of the bell rim wire adds clarity to and solidifies the sound. Although a #6 bell might sound slightly brighter than a #37 due to the shape of the flare, use of a gold brass bell in the Vintage eliminates that edge. Gold brass contains a higher copper content than standard yellow brass, making the bell softer and dampening vibrations for a warmer tone quality. Based on the popular .459? medium-large bore, the Vintage will be comfortable to play and focus. Incorporation the #6 lead pipe, which generally feels slightly more restrictive than the standard #25 lead pipe that most of today’s musicians are used to, recreates the sound and feel of a popular 1930-era Bach trumpet. Utilizing a lightweight body and bell enhances the instrument’s quick response. Only 2,000 of this limited edition Bach trumpet (model number 198) will be built.”
Kanstul Trumpet For Sale
This one is in excellent shape, relatively unused, almost looks like new; beautiful silver plate, with Gold top and and bottom caps, art deco engraving on bell, and a colorful design for the valve caps. Serviced and plays great! Collector’s item. $2200