Olds LA Ambassador Stock #32397TT Cornet
Overhauled 2012, Made in Los Angeles in 1949
Trumpet Olds Ambassador Serial Numbers
See that by going to the bottom on this page Lars Kirmser's Music Trader - Olds Serial Number List And there is more here F. Olds and Son Serial Numbers The best way to tell if it's a 'new generation' Olds is the non LA or Fullerton city on the bell.
Actual Pictures of the Olds LA Ambassador cornet Stock #32397TT (Original 1949)
This Trumpet has been totally Overhauled. There are a few slight flaws in the finish which are hard to see. Some small detail show where dents were removed from the bell but is hard to see. Click here for more information about overhauling.
It plays very Well! This horn would be perfect for an advanced player that has the need of a pro cornet. Please feel free to e-mail us with your questions or concerns. We will get back to you promptly.
The Olds Ambassador model was played by several big name musicians according to many internet sources. At its peak, the Olds Ambassadors were being produced at over 50,000 per year. See http://rouses.net/trumpet/olds.htm
A nice Ambassador is still as good or better as any 'student' model in the market today.
We try to always have a few Olds Ambassadors in our inventory - Ask!
BTW - Take a look at all the pictures below - then call in your order or e-mail us. We have several horns in our inventory - some are ready to ship, many waiting for repairing or overhauling. We probably have what you want.
Oh yes, we give all our customers a satisfaction guarantee. If you are not pleased with this horn, we will either adjust it at our cost, ship you a different horn or give you a full refund! All it will cost you is the shipping back to us!
A standard Olds #3 mouthpiece and case is included with this horn. The mouthpiece receiver has been replaced with a standard Olds receiver that will accept most standard size mouthpieces with the smaller shank. If you need a different mouthpiece visit our Mouthpiece Page Click Here
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Best regards to you and yours.
Olds Ambassador Fullerton Trumpet Serial Numbers
Completely overhauled Olds Ambassador Los Angeles Cornet Actual Photos |
Built in 1968 and still ready to play. Has a beautiful sound. |
New MOP buttons have been installed. This horn has been color buffed and left in RAW BRASS. |
Serial numbers read 32397 |
Nice engraving on the bell is clear. Bell engraving reads 'Olds Ambassador LosAngeles Calif' The bell was silver plated and 24K gold has been added to the engraved areas as shown. The bell has been 'Gold Washed' with 24K gold plating as well. |
These valves have been lapped, cleaned and polished. New corks, felts and springs are installed. All serial numbers match the serial numbers on the valve casing as well. |
This used hardshell case is included with this horn. There is a very small dent in one corner as the picture shows. |
Olds Ambassador Cornet
Old's Info
Serial Numbers For Olds Ambassador Trumpet
Early Models were: The Olds Trumpet
- Olds Standard
- Olds Military
- Olds Symphony
- Olds Hammered Bell
The Standard Bb Trumpets were
1. Ambassador
2. Special
3. Super
4. Studio
5. Opera (Olds only large bore trumpet)
6. Recording
7. Mendez
The Olds Super Recording being one of the most sought after trumpets of all time and the Ambassador, which became the #1 sold and manufactured trumpets of all time; referring to the numbers manufactured and sold.
Most of the Olds & Co.'s information has is available through their web site rouses.net/trumpet/olds.htm which is a wealth of information complied for all to see and learn about the Olds family, list of instruments and dates, along with copy's of original cats, with prices and available finishes etc. Thanks to a few key individuals such as Howard Wilson, the craftsman and Dale Olson, Bill Harris and Robb stewart, and several others who played a part in bringing to life the history of the Olds & Son Manufacturing call Olds Central. these names are just a few that brought this together for all of us to engjoy!