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The F.E. Olds name may not be familiar to you. The company that makes the horns we sell went out-of-business 30 years ago. (A Westfield, NJ company now has the rights to the F.E. Olds name. ) Here’s a brief history.

Frank Ellsworth (F.E.) Olds started making trumpets in Los Angeles, California in the early 1900′s. The Super Olds line was introduced in the 1930′s.

By 1941, Olds held at least 6 patents for trumpet and trombone design. Olds was first to use professional-type valve springing on student trumpets and cornets. (more…)

Olds Trumpet – LA Olds Special Trumpet – sold

THIS TRUMPET HAS BEEN SOLD. This reconditioned used LA Olds Special trumpet is being offered in polished raw brass. It is serial number 24279. It is a very nice vintage special Olds Trumpet. The trumpet was in very good shape before reconditioning with only badly worn lacquer, and a few dings that have been removed.

Olds Special Bell
It comes with a good used case and a used 5B mouthpiece.

Olds Special Demo:

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Olds Trumpet – Olds Ambassador – (Reconditioned) – $375 plus $20 Shipping

Olds LA Model

This used LA Olds Ambassador Bb trumpet serial number 131268 is an older model of Olds which is preferred by many trumpet players. It is an Olds Ambassador manufactured by F. E. Olds in Los Angeles, California. (more…)

Olds Ambassadors

Olds Ambassadors, made by F.E. Olds and Sons, are a great student trumpet. However, beware of just any Olds Ambassador. Some serial numbers are more collectible than others, so check out Alan Rouse’s excellent website and his list of olds ambassador serial numbers.

Even if you have found one that is considered desireable, its difficult to make an intelligent purchase without knowing something about trumpets in general, and Olds Ambassadors in particular.

Why buy an unknown used Olds Ambassador when you can buy one that has been reconditioned, worn parts replaced, and its valves polished and aligned?

Check our guarantee! Its among the best in the industry.

Reconditioned Used Trumpet – Olds Ambassador – $350 plus $20 Shipping

This reconditioned and Relacquered used Olds Ambassador trumpet It is serial number 552832 made in Fullerton, CA around 1965-1966.  It is an older Bb trumpet which is preferred by many trumpet players.

Olds Ambassador Trumpet
Olds Ambassador 362262 Demo:

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F.E. Olds Trumpet – LA Olds Ambassador – SOLD

This trumpet has been sold. This reconditioned used Olds Ambassador trumpet is being offered in raw brass. It is serial number 61538 made in Los Angeles around 1953-1954.  It is an older Bb trumpet which is preferred by many trumpet players and many of them prefer their horns not relacquered.
Olds Ambassador Trumpet
Olds Ambassador 143211 Demo:

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BARGAIN Used Olds Ambassador SOLD$200 plus $20 Shipping

This is used Olds Ambassador trumpet serial number 207156 that is in very good playing condition but its original lacquer finish shows wear, loss of lacquer. and signs of use and age.  This trumpet was made by F. E. Olds in 1956-57.  It come with a used case and a used  7C mouthpiece.
Olds Ambassador 207156

  • Overall Condition:  Used,   Not pretty but plays great with a nice tone
  • Finish: Raw Brass, scratches, and blemishes.
  • Dents/Dings: Major Dents have been removed. Some minor dings, cosmetic scratches and blemishes remain.
  • Intonation: Very Good.
  • Color: Brass lacquer is mainly gone with signs of use and age. 
  • Case: Used case included.
  • Mouthpiece: Used 7C mouthpiece included.
  • Sale Price: $200.00.
  • Shipping: $20.00 for standard shipping in the USA. Other areas please inquire as to shipping costs before purchasing.
  • Quantity in Stock: 0 SOLD

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