CONN 80A CORNET with case - vintage 1929 professional model - very nice!

Description

Vintage Conn 80A cornet with case and mouthpiece.
Engraved on bell: "Made By C. G. Conn Ltd. Elkhart Ind. USA".
Serial number: 269,XXX (which according to various online sources dates it to 1929).
Mouthpiece: Vincent Bach 7C.
Apparently, this is a very well regarded, pro quality horn and the same model as played by jazz great Bix Biederbecke. It is the "early" version which features an "opera glass" micro-tuning mechanism. This is the first time it is being offered for sale after being stored in its case for at least the past 40 years, if not longer.
I do not play cornet and cannot comment on its playability. However, as a guitarist and drummer I do know my way around various vintage instruments and this one appears to be in very nice condition for its age. It does have a few minor dings here and there but nothing major. The pearl button valves have nice action, they press down easily and spring right back. The covers on the bottom screw off and on easily. The water keys work. The little elbows at front and rear come out easily, as does the mouthpiece. The little threaded rod on the bottom is a little loose at one of its connectors. I got a sound out of it and the three valves vary the pitch as they should. I noticed no damage beyond typical wear due to age or any corrosion anywhere beyond typical tarnish due to age. I did not attempt to clean it in any way, but it should shine up nicely. Case is also in very good condition, some wear but nice and clean.
Of course, any 90+ year old instrument will require some kind of service, so please expect that. Therefore, sold AS IS, no return. Any questions - just ask.
Will be very carefully packed.
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