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Blessing Scholastic Brass Trumpet – Elkhart, Indiana - $145 (Englewood)
condition:
good
make / manufacturer:
Blessing Scholastic
model name / number:
Brass Trumpet
size / dimensions:
22" × 13" × 6"
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# 🎺 **Blessing Scholastic Brass Trumpet – Elkhart, Indiana – Serial #362847**
A classic American‑made **Blessing Scholastic trumpet**, crafted in Elkhart, Indiana—the historic center of U.S. brass‑instrument production. This horn carries warm vintage character, original finish, and a full accessory set including a second mouthpiece and cleaning tools. A great option for décor, restoration, or practice.
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## ⭐ **Maker**
**Blessing**
Model: **Scholastic**
Made in **Elkhart, Indiana, USA**
Serial #: **362847**
Production Era: **Late 1960s to early 1970s**
(The serial falls into the mid‑range of Blessing’s student‑line numbering from that period.)
Blessing’s Scholastic horns were built tough for school programs—bright tone, durable construction, and reliable mechanics.
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## 📦 **Case and Accessories**
Approx. Case Size: **22" × 13" × 6"**
Included:
- Original hard case
- **Two mouthpieces** One reads "CURRY precision RENO NV 7M". One reads "VINCENT BACH 5C".
- Cleaning cloth
- Two brushes
- Curry valve oil
- Cone mute
Everything needed for practice, maintenance, or display.
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## 🔧 **Condition**
- Some dings and dents
- Some finish loss and patina
- I don't believe there are any major structural issues
- Presents well as a vintage instrument or décor piece
Selling as a solid **project horn**: playable with service, excellent for restoration, or visually striking as décor.
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## 🎯 **Who Would Buy It**
- Vintage décor collectors
- Musicians wanting a practice or restoration horn
- SWFL interior designers staging music rooms
- Photographers needing brass props
- Airbnb / VRBO hosts adding character pieces
- Band parents seeking a budget starter horn
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## ❤️ **Why We Like It**
- Authentic mid‑century American brass craftsmanship
- Warm patina and real‑world character
- Complete accessory set
- Great display piece even if not fully restored
- Blessing’s Scholastic line is known for durability and bright tone
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## 🌴 **SWFL Seller Notes**
Southwest Florida buyers respond well to:
- Vintage Americana
- Music‑room décor
- Props for local arts groups
- Affordable instruments for seasonal residents
Local pickup is a major advantage — brass instruments ship heavy and costly.
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💵 Price is $145.00.
📍 Pickup Location: ~1 mile from SR776 and Dearborn St., Englewood, FL
🏡 Seller: Private SWFL owner
🚗 Availability: Ready for local pickup
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