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Vintage Conn 14D: Purple Damascus BellThis Conn 14D bell was graciously provided by a hornist from Evansville Indiana. Although the exact vintage is unknown, it most likely saw a few decades of service in the local school district. The bell flare was straightened, delacquered, cleaned, and fitted with an Alexander compatible ring made of bronze for its good wear and low friction properties. Next the interior bell surface was prepared for painting and a mesmerizing purple damascus pattern

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and then a series of couplers (1/2-step

Apply an existing bell applique pattern to your bell: price depends on complexity of the applique artwork

Matt's Custom Horn Bells serial number: 24-008

Matt's Custom Horn Bells serial number: 24-014

This custom bell was crafted from a yellow brass XO Brass 1650 (maybe 1651) bell flare

the bell tail is bent to a similar diameter as a modern single F-horn

It weighs 389g after the planets were applied

Five different dragon fly silhouettes have been applied to this bell in a somewhat random placement representing dragon fly swarms in late summer

By sending me your bell to customize

Matt's Custom Horn Bells serial number: 25-003

All the other tubing and braces were fabricated here at Matt's Custom Horns using new materials