Today we're looking at a dreadfully old instrument with '1946' etched onto the bell section. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. CTRL + SPACE for auto-complete. Beautiful pure French Horn tone blends in either band or orchestra. Reynolds Contempora FE-03 double horn made around 1970. Reynolds Contempora SingleThe finest single French Horn in the Reynolds line, this model incorporates all of the best features developed in Reynolds French Horns. Germany, These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. It was built 1962/63 . Oops, looks like you forgot something. Many people don't realise how good they are and youcan get them for a lot less than the Conns. Reynolds instruments showed high-quality workmanship, but should not be confused with instruments of the same time from Holton or Conn. After CMI purchased the assets to Reynolds, all of the trumpets, cornets, trombones and French horns were made at the Olds factory in Fullerton, Calif., though they were engraved with "Abilene, Texas". It is much more comfortable to my left hand, as the heel of my palm rests on the lead pipe, keeping me from pronating my left hand, and by getting both the tubing and the heel of the palm out of the way, the left hand fingers are not cramped in working the 1st & 3rd valve slides. Read John Ericson's bio for more information. . Older horns had a change valve the same size as the main three rotary valves; Pottag horns have a much smaller valve. The purpose of this website is to preserve the history of the F. A. Reynolds Company and the distinctive qualities of its brass instruments. silver (with hand-burnished gold inlaid engraving), (with hand-burnished gold inlaid engraving). All Rights Reserved. Solid nickel silver [model FE-01] throughout produces a resonant dark sound. The King and Reynolds models are considered by many to be some of the most outstanding cornets available in the first half of the 1900s. The choice of symphony, concert and professional artists, the FE-01 is extremely flexible with excellent intonation throughout the entire range. To reflect our commitment, we updated our terms and conditions. Same as model FE-01, but made of brass with nickel-silver slide tubes, braces and trim. Its not known if this was a prototype or if Reynolds had a limited production run of horns with a kranz, but the tone ring did not become a standard feature of the Contempora horns. They were in operation until 1979 and were While the first horns made by F.A. Multiple design options were still available, but now as different model numbers and eventually even different model names, as with the "Sterling" model. First known Contempora model: 232xx, 25594. Bore: .458" (medium) Bell: 4" sterling silver (with hand-burnished gold inlaid engraving) Length: 17" Materials: brass with nickel-silver lead pipe and outer slide tubes Finish: polished brass with clear lacquer finish, Note: the large-bore option first appears in the 1959 catalog, Professional "Sterling Deluxe" cornet with first-valve trigger. During the past two years I have collaborated with Roth-Reynolds' skilled designers and French horn craftsmen in the development of a new and vastly improved double french horn. Good condition items function properly but may exhibit some wear and tear. Positioned as an intermediate line, above the student Roth horns, below the Professional (F.A. Reynolds Cornet with USAAF military engraving and B/A tuning ring (c.1941), F.A. It is the ideal Horn for me, and I am using it exclusively. *All sales are final for items in Lowell Greer's Collection. Reynolds started with the same Kruspe-Horner layout as a template for their own double horn, first introduced in the early 1940s. Germany, By 1949, Pottag had designed a line of horn mouthpieces for Reynolds and endorsed the F.A. Buy Bass Trombones and get the best deals at the lowest prices on eBay! Bore: .458" Bell: 4" brass or sterling silver (with hand-burnished gold inlaid engraving) Materials: brass with nickel-silver lead pipe Valves: top-loaded, inner-spring, solid nickel-silver valve pistons Finish: polished brass with clear lacquer finish, Bore: .458" Bell: 4" brass or sterling silver (with hand-burnished gold inlaid engraving) Materials: brass with nickel-silver lead pipe, upper valve casings (balusters) and outer slide tubes Valves: top-loaded, inner-spring, solid nickel-silver valve pistons Finish: polished brass with clear lacquer finish. Trumpet and cornet Serial Number Ye. Inside it features a lightweight shock-absorbing frame and a soft velvoa lining for instrument and finish protection Padded handle grip is secured by Velcro Shoulder strap included Let no French horn go uncased. When I noticed it what really caught my attention was that it has a Lawson FB 114 leadpipe, but still somehow ended up among the horns used in our methods classes. Reynolds was NEVER a huge company like Olds or King. At the same time, the Reynolds/Contempora Double Horn added an official "Pottag Model" engraving on the bell, making it Reynolds' first artist model instrument (the "Leonard Smith" trumpets and cornets, and "Chambers Model" French horn would follow later in the 1950s). Cell Phone & Mobile Devices Computers Musical Instruments Audio Equipment Guns Video & TV Vintage Pro Sound Camera Equipment Copiers Power Tool Video Games Car Stereo. Extremely wide range. Reynolds Contempora: Designed as a competitor to the Holton Farkas horns, the Contempora holds its own as a well-made instrument and can be had for under $1400. J. Reynolds Contempora FE-01 $1,200 Used - Fair Add to Cart F.E Olds & Son Nickel-silver Double French Horn $2,200 Used - Fair Add to Cart Antigua Vosi Double French Horn, Kruspe Wrap, Deluxe ABS Case $5,345 $4,345.01 price drop $999.99 Brand New Free Shipping 14-Day Return Policy Add to Cart Holton H179 Farkas Professional Double French Horn! It's not known if this was a unique design to Reynolds or if it was borrowed from another source, but the Reynolds design did serve as the pattern for another very popular horn, the Holton-Farkas model, released in 1958. I have a couple of these laying around that need new pads. Cell Phone & Mobile Devices Computers Musical Instruments Audio Equipment Guns Video & TV Vintage Pro Sound Camera Equipment Copiers Power Tool Video Games Car Stereo. Reynolds Company. resonant sound. Pottag Model Double French Horn built for Symphony use have valves that are of the quiet, floating type, rotating on exceptionally long, accurately fitted shafts and bearings, thereby preventing friction on the rotary valve and are guaranteed to function freely. Olds and Conn, were forced to shut down instrument lines and produce wartime equipment. Learn more Information Reviews (0) This instrument is pre-owned. Bore: TBD Bell: 12" Materials: brass with nickel-silver outer slide tubes and bracing Finish: polished brass with clear lacquer finish, Bore: TBDBell: 12"Wrap: modified Kruspe-Horner (with B tuning slide) Materials: brass with nickel-silver slide tubes and bracing Finish: polished brass clear lacquer finish; optional silverplate. Bore: .458" Bell: 4" brass Materials: brass with nickel-silver lead pipe, upper valve casings (balusters) and outer slide tubes Valves: top-loaded, inner-spring, solid nickel-silver valve pistons Finish: polished brass with clear lacquer finish, Bore: .458" Bell: 4" sterling silver (with hand-burnished gold inlaid engraving) Materials: brass with nickel-silver lead pipe, upper valve casings (balusters) and outer slide tubes Valves: top-loaded, inner-spring, solid nickel-silver valve pistons Finish: polished brass with clear lacquer finish. The purpose of this website is to preserve the history of the F. A. Reynolds Company and the distinctive qualities of its brass instruments. Reynolds, division of Scherl & Roth (Cleveland, Ohio). Up For Your Consideration Is A Very Nice Reynolds Contempora Double French Horn. Our FE-03 was last sold by our shop in 2006, has actually been played very little since it was new. Shorts Guitars. Reynolds Contempora Single French Horn with Case (parts/repair) used untested $39.95 1 bid $50.00 shipping 5d 11h 1966 Reynolds Contempora Model FE-01 Kruspe Wrap Double French Horn w/Case, Mpc $1,400.00 $68.53 shipping 16 watching Reynolds Contempora Double French With Carry Case $679.99 $45.00 shipping View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. Frequently used French Horn for school bands and orchestras. Three color engraving with silver, gold, and purple. There are small dings on the bell and small scratches on The customer is responsible for shipping and insurance and must pre-pay back to us any freight and insurance charges on returned equipment. Favorite of famous artists for many years: Dr. Frank Simon, Col. $1,499.99 $540 price drop Contempora Double French Horn in B/F American Model (Chambers), Bore: TBDBell: 12" heavyweight bell (0.018" thick)Wrap: Kruspe-Horner (with B tuning slide); ring pull on B tuning slide Materials: solid nickel silver body, slide tubes and bracing; metal cork holders and unplated rotor levers Finish: polished brass with clear lacquer finish, Same as model FE-01, but made of gold brass with nickel-silver slide tubes, braces and trim. First known Contempora model: 232xx, 25594. EUR Hm, no 1st valve kicker there, either. Choice of B or F. E slide on F model is available at slight additional cost. Holton-Farkcs MC mouthpiece, a Vincent Bach 3 mouthpiece, and a Its wondrous tone quality, complete even range and sureness is noteworthy. Did you buy a Reynolds Contempora? By continuing to use Reverb, you agree to these updates, and to our cookie policy. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website. The latter does not appear to have added the Sterling designation. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. *. Reynolds Contempora Double French Horn W/Case (Free Shipping in the Lower 48 States) . Very well, indeed! Model numbers and serial number dating are not available for this time period, making it difficult to accurately put together an exact production timeline. Here is a truly noble instrument, handsomely designed, rich looking, beautifully balanced, with marvelous intonation, and the most responsive valve action you ever felt. known to have made some of the best brass instruments on the market. Hey! Professional "Hi-Fi" cornet introduced 1957/58: 46xxx lowest serial number recorded. Reynolds: Baritone: 1964 - 1979: The horn had the lacquer removed and the horn was given a brushed finish. The Reynolds instruments are often overlooked but provide a very nice double French horn on a budget. [1977 catalog] These instruments have a silverplate finish with unique engraving and a large "U.S." mark near the rim of the bell. SPECIFICATIONS Height: 20" Width: 17" Depth: 12" Weight: 9 lbs. Built with either brass bell or beautifully finished sterling silver bell. Adding to cart The item has been added. Sell now {"one"=>"Select 2 or 3 items to compare", "other"=>"{{ count }} of 3 items selected"}, Reynolds Contempora FE01 Double Horn - Serial #215721 (Pre-Owned), ** total_quantity ** | ** unit_price ** / ** unit_measure **, Bore Size (Inches/Millimeters): .468/12 mm. Being sold as-is. Olds and Conn, were forced to shut down instrument lines and produce wartime equipment. Find great local deals on second-hand brass musical instruments for sale in Victoria Park, London Shop hassle-free with Gumtree, your local buying & selling community. 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