1948 Vintage King H. N. White 2B Liberty Trombone Gold Lacquer SN: 297722

Model Number: 1407 Tenor Bb

Serial Number: 297722 Crafted in 1948

Bore: Dual (upper) .481 (lower) .491

Bell: 7.375 Inch Diameter

Finish: Gold Lacquer

Weight: 2 Ibs. 10 ozs

Slide Lock and Bell Lock: Yes

Counterweight: Yes, original to the trombone

Mouthpiece: None Provided

Case: Yes, New SKB French Style

King 2B Liberty Trombone Background:

The fact that Tommy Dorsey, the most celebrated trombonist plays a King is evidence enough of the superb qualities possessed by this instrument. His beautiful tone and flowing style require an instrument that can translate the sentiment of this “Sentimental Gentleman” into a language which is the envy and admiration of musicians everywhere.

So popular has this model become that it would be impractical for us to enumerate individually the hundreds of discrimination artists now playing the King 2-B Trombone exclusively. Many outstanding “name” bands are now featuring trombone sections composed entirely of Kings.

The crystal-silver slides of the King 2-B Trombone are hand-ground to exacting dimensions. This results in flint-like hardness and glassy smoothness which insure an easy fast-action slide free from any trace of sluggishness in all positions.

--White Way Catalog #18, 1951

King 2B Liberty Trombone Condition:

For sale by The H. N. White Company LLC this outstanding King 2B Liberty Trombone is one of the greatest trombones made by The H. N. White Company. The King 2B Liberty has no equal only copies. This trombone has been fully restored to like new condition. The finish is new gold baked on lacquer which is our most durable. Our baked on lacquer finish is just like what they used back in the day. The body of the trombone is in great shape with a few very small scratches none are deep. The bell has been re-engraved so that it will have an amazing pop. One of the inner tubes has been replaced with a new tube made at King in Eastlake giving it a more modern feel. The slide has great action and is super smooth and fast in all positions. The slide operates smoothly, and is in perfect condition. This is a numbers matching trombone.

• The trombone finish is new clear baked on lacquer which is 99% perfect.

• We have re-engraved the bell to give it a little more pop.

There are no dents or small dings on the trombone.

• There are some very small scratches please see the pictures.

• This is a numbers matching trombone.

• One of the inner tubes has been replaced with a new King Eastlake tube.

• The inner and outer tubes have no wear on them.

• The slide is a ten out of ten perfect.

• Comes with new SKB French style case.

Every effort has been taken to return this trombone to perfect playing condition. The new inner tube gives this trombone a more modern feel without any change in the tonal quality. If you are looking to improve your craft and sound then it is time to upgrade to the choice of professionals worldwide with the HN White made King 2B Liberty Trombone. In order to improve your sound you must play with the very best equipment and todays horns do not compare. This trombone sounds great and plays like it looks. The HN White King 2B Liberty Trombone plays like no other trombone and its range is simply amazing.

The H. N. White Company LLC:

Mr. H. N. White’s vision to produce only the highest quality musical instruments was his legacy to the professional artist. For over seventy years H. N. White made King musical instruments were the highest quality and built to be acoustically correct. Today the company is owned by the third generation of the family and their purpose at “house of Kings” is unyielding dedication to preserving company history and restoring the world’s finest musical instruments to their original quality and beauty. No expense is spared to return our instruments to like new condition, which includes using parts that match original specifications and only highly qualified craftsmen.

H. N. White Company Restoration Services:

The “house of Kings” has always been about providing the very best in refurbished musical instruments and now for the first time or restoration department is open to the public. Our goal is to provide the highest level of quality just like we do for our in-house instruments. Our services include full restoration such as: new clear baked lacquer, new silver plating, and just about any plating finish you can think of. Contact us and let’s get the conversation started about your project.