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Anon. �French Bell� Pocket Cornet � 1910 - 1935
This beautiful pocket cornet is interesting on many levels. First, it is �French Bell� configuration (valve cluster on far left, bell in middle, leadpipe on right). The only pocket cornets I�ve seen with this cofiguration are Bessons; both 19th century as well s the 1930�s MEHA models.
Second, it has a fixed leadpipe (no shank). Nearly all pocket cornets made before WW2 have shank designs
The combination of French Bell and fixed leadpipe make this cornet very difficult to venture a guess as to when it was produced.
Finally, in spite of it being a fine quality instrument, there is no maker�s mark. The owner purchased this in Germany. If you have seen a similar design, please let me know.
(Photos courtesy of Masaru Nakamichi)
Length : 240 mm (9.45 inch)
Bell diameter : 95 mm (3.74 inch)
Bore : 11.30 mm (0.445 inch)
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