Just bought King 2350 and can't identify on which year was it made.
The serial number (133042) suggested, that it's made between 1930-1935, or on 1985.
Interesting thing is the simple engraving on the bell, which I haven't found anywhere else in photos on the internet.
Maybe you, guys, have some ideas about this sousa's origin?
Some photos:
King sousaphone identification
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Re: King sousaphone identification
Is that the COMPLETE serial number? ... or is there possibly a prefix?
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Yes it is a complete serial. I've looked all around the sousa for other signs, but there is only this serial number without prefix and that unusual engraving.Dan Schultz wrote:Is that the COMPLETE serial number? ... or is there possibly a prefix?
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Re: King sousaphone identification
It came without the neck, so I should seek for new type neck? Or old type of neck would fit also?KiltieTuba wrote:Probably made in Ohio around the 1980s. Lacquer looks too new and the bell is definitely not from the 30s. The valve caps seem incorrect too for that era.