Olds Leadpipe Engelbert Schmid Ring The bell with Alexander ring

The bell with Alexander ring weighed 383g before the planets applique

It weighs 532g after the artwork was applied

based on its 985

The horn also has a center-pull tuning slide

with long slow tapers in the master crooks

Olds Leadpipe Engelbert Schmid Ring The bell with Alexander ringThis is an Olds Ambassador lead pipe, unknown vintage. The brass is sound, and has numerous shallow dents as can be seen in the pictures. The initial condition had lacquer loss, numerous shallow dents and heavy patina on the player facing side of the lead pipe. The horn facing side had intact lacquer and was dent free. Most of the shallow dents within the first 12 in from the mouthpiece receiver can be felt running your finger over the pipe. The dents