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Lot # 40 - Vintage Pedler Co. Straight Tenor Trombone c. 1930s-1940s ultra rare

Opening Bid :	$ 5.00
Start Date/Time:	06-Oct-2026 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time:	13-Oct-2026 7:39:00 PM
Current bid:	0
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Description :

Beautifully preserved, vintage straight tenor trombone manufactured by The Pedler Company of Elkhart, Indiana. While famous worldwide for their world-class woodwinds and clarinets, Pedler’s brief ventures into brass production produced incredibly rare, highly collectible boutique instruments. This particular horn features a stunning, crisp Art Deco custom engraving on the bell, firmly placing its manufacturing era between the late 1930s and the mid-1940s.

Design & Build

Features

Manufacturer: The Pedler Co. (Elkhart, Indiana)
Instrument: Straight Tenor Trombone (Small-bore jazz/soloist architecture)
Bell Engraving: Features the signature geometric Art Deco shield with crisp lettering reading: "The Pedler Co. Elkhart - IND."
Finish: Original raw brass/lacquer patina showing classic, honest vintage wear and character.

Condition Report

Cosmetics: The instrument shows an authentic vintage patina with minor surface wear, lacquer thinning, and light oxidation spots consistent with a 70+ year-old horn. The bell flare retains its shape exceptionally well with minimal distortion.
Mechanics: The hand slide moves but exhibits typical wear for an instrument of this vintage. (Optional: Buyer may want to consider a professional slide alignment/clean for optimal modern playability).
Structural: Braces, water key, and mechanical connections are solid. No major structural damage or crushing visible.

Collector’s Note

Because brass instruments from The Pedler Company were produced in significantly smaller quantities than their woodwinds, finding a straight tenor trombone with a perfectly preserved Art Deco bell engraving is an incredibly rare occurrence. This is a must-have piece for collectors of historic Elkhart brass, early 20th-century American big band memorabilia, or a unique restoration project for a jazz soloist looking for a distinct historical sound.

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Lot # 40 - Vintage Pedler Co. Straight Tenor Trombone c. 1930s-1940s ultra rare

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