Large Bore - Built by RMC

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Greetings! I offer this B-flat trumpet marked "Contempora" and RMC shield logo on the bell throat, and "RMC - REYNOLDS DIV. • CLEVELAND OHIO U.S.A." on the bellrim garland. Serial number 61050 indicates production in 1961. "LB" on valve block indicates Large Bore. Construction is yellow brass with red brass/bronze bell, nickel trim including bell garland, with lacquer finish.

CONDITION: Good cosmetically overall. The lacquer is about 95%, with spotty losses here and there. The 3rd-slide throw ring is missing but I'm sure I have a suitable replacement in my spares, which I'll include. There are some spots of red-rot on leadpipe. This shouldn't be much of a problem as long as you keep it clean inside. The pistons are quite tight with good action and minimal blow-by. The 3rd-slide throw is a bit stiff and will need cleaning and possibly lapping. There are small dings scattered here and there, and the bell has a slight curve which I assume was from getting knocked over at some point. A good repair tech can fix this, but it doesn't seem to affect the playing at all so I'd leave it alone myself. The case has a divider that has come loose; I'd throw the divider out as the case itself is still quite functional. The tray for the horn is also loose but some hot glue would easily fix that. The instrument is sold AS-IS with no warranties. See pictures. WYSIWYG.

PLAYING QUALITIES: It plays very well with a compact but warm sound, excellent intonation, and quick response. I'd have no issue with taking it on one of my gigs. NOTE that I make no representations made about its suitability for your intended use.

ACCESSORIES: Original Samsonite case, Bach "Corp" 10-1/2C mouthpiece. See pictures; WYSIWYG.

SHIPPING: Insured shipping WITHIN THE CONTINENTAL US ONLY via UPS will be $50. NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. Located in Syracuse NY. BUYER IS WELCOME TO PICK UP THE ITEM AND PAY UPON PICKUP.

NOTE: I will sell only to the final recipient/end user. I WILL NOT sell to 3rd-Party buyers/reshippers. NO EXCEPTIONS. 3rd Party buyers/reshippers will have their bids cancelled and their user IDs blocked.

THE STRAIGHT DOPE: While it's not in collector condition, this Reynolds Contempora is a classic pro trumpet which would be a decent horn for an advancing student, recreational player, or pro looking for something a bit different. It is sold AS-IS. All sales FINAL unless I determine that I significantly misrepresented it. I'll be happy to answer any questions about the instrument itself. Thanks for looking and good luck bidding!

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1) NO OFF-EBAY SALES. If you want this item, bid per eBay's rules.
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3) PAYMENT BY EBAY'S PAYMENT SYSTEM ONLY, within 3 days of invoice, OR ON PICKUP BY PRE-ARRANGEMENT. NON-PAYING BIDDERS WILL BE REPORTED.
4) No reserve, so bid to own it.
5) SOLD STRICTLY AS IS. It's a used item, not a new item. I have striven to represent it accurately. No refunds unless I determine it to be SIGNIFICANTLY MISREPRESENTED.
6) SHIPPING: INSURED SHIPPING IN THE CONUS WILL BE $50. NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. BUYER IS WELCOME TO PICK UP THE ITEM AND PAY UPON PICKUP.
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9) I RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CANCEL bids from suspicious or demonstrated non-paying bidders.
10) I reserve the right to end this listing early in the event the item is sold locally.

I do my utmost to honestly and accurately describe and picture my items. The pics tell the story. Message me with questions prior to auction close, I'll gladly answer. If you want to phone, message me for my number. All you nice honest folks out there, thanks for looking! Happy Bidding and Good Luck!

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