Excellent Olds Mendez Bb Long Cornet - Boyde Hood Collection

$1,500.00

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Vintage Olds Mendez Long Model Cornet in silver plate, built in Fullerton, CA around 1960 (serial 333xxx). This horn comes from the collection of Boyde Hood of the Los Angeles Philharmonic and is in excellent playing condition.

The Mendez long cornet was designed as the cornet partner to the Mendez trumpet, based on Rafael Méndez’s pre-war Besson horns. Factory literature describes it as medium-large bore, lightweight, with first and third slide triggers and fast valves—a pro-level cornet built to handle solo, studio, and lead work.

Condition:

Silver plate in excellent shape with minor cosmetic scratching
No dents
Good compression
Valves and slides move freely

Specs:

Brand: F.E. Olds & Son
Model: Mendez Long Model Cornet
Key: Bb
Serial: 333xxx
Year: c. 1960 (Fullerton)
Finish: Silver plate
Country: USA

Included:

Cornet only – no case, no mouthpiece

If you’ve been hunting for a clean Mendez long cornet that isn’t beat up or over-polished, this is a very solid Fullerton example with a clear backstory. Message with any questions or if you’d like additional photos or specifics.