Holton History The Frank Holton Company of Elkhorn, Wisconsin is one of the earliest saxophone makers, with the Rudy Wiedoeft model being the most famous model that they produced (the Elkhorn being one of the more infamous). Unfortunately, these horns have questionable intonation at best, odd keywork and tinny sound. They were bought out by the G. Leblanc corporation in the 60's - the company that makes Vito saxophones (hmm.).
You are looking at a Holton Collegiate Trumpet. This item is used and in untested, unrestored condition. The serial number is 11129X and no mouthpiece is included. The finish is dull, no dings or dents. Since it has not been played or refurbished this item is being sold AS IS for parts or repair only. If you have any questions please ask seller.
They now make brasswinds exclusively. I'm of the opinion that Holton moreorless submitted to the fact that, after 1925 or so, they could never really compete with the other big saxophone makers like Conn and Buescher.
They do produce a quite respectable line of brasswinds, but I think they produced saxophones for the sake of saying, 'We offer an entire line of band instruments.' Their soprano saxophones are of slightly better quality than their altos and tenors (strangely enough), I've been told. I've only heard of two baris - and one was a recent (well, 1960ish) horn. The example I have below is the only other one I've ever seen. I wonder how it sounds. There aren't a lot of Holton models worth mentioning, so no jump station.
Go for a serial number chart.
Here is a Holton Collegiate Bb Cornet in it's Original Case, and in Ready to Play Condition. It is an Easy Player with a Very Good Tone & Sound to it. It serial number is 508272. There is Only a couple Very Minor Dings in this Horn, and they are visible in my photos. Otherwise this Horn is in Very Good Condition.
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All of it's Slides Work Great, and all of it's Valves also work Great. It has Real Mother of Pearl Valve Tops. It also comes with it's Original Marching Music Stand, and it's Original Holton Mouthpiece. The Outside of It's Original Case is a little tired, and there is some wear to the horns original clear finish. I will ship to anywhere in the World, and if you have any questions at all, Please feel free to ask me. I will be Happy to answer you.
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