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Hi all, I am looking for a King 1251 4-valve sousaphone. This is in their symphony line and has a .687 bore. Matte or bright silver finish with most of it in tact. A gold wash bell if possible. Ideally this instrument would have been made in the 1920s or 1930s.

I know this is a tall order as even the 3 valve 1250s are rare. However, I am hopeful someone has one or knows of one. I am not opposed to a fixer/upper if it is repairable.

Thanks,
Jeremy

I *think* J. Landress Brass in NYC has one of these for sale at a good price.

Never mind, it’s a Giant... but it sure is a badass horn https://www.jlandressbrass.com/shop/c/p ... 371753.htm" target="_blank

Ltrain wrote:Never mind, it’s a Giant... but it sure is a badass horn https://www.jlandressbrass.com/shop/c/p ... 371753.htm" target="_blank" target="_blank

That is a nice horn, but the price is insane!!

jc

Damn, that thing is super sweet. I agree on your description of the price!
Good luck on your search.

Kirley wrote:Damn, that thing is super sweet. I agree on your description of the price!
Good luck on your search.

That is a $3500 horn tops...maybe $4000....maybe.

I bought my 1271 Giant and the 1265 Jumbo (when it had 3 valves) for under that asking price.

Then again, they are rare....but the 1271 is an amazing horn.

jc