Whaley & Royce IDEAL Copper & Brass Bugle Canada Ca 1917 WW I Era Antique

IDEAL

Whaley & Royce & Co.

Limited

Makers

TORONTO

 

Measurements:

11 3/4” x 6 1/2” to top bell

Weight: 1 lb. 9.4 oz.  (720 g)

 

This bugle had been in a Winnipeg family’s possession for about 100 years.  It is in well-worn condition with dents, bends, a stuck mouthpiece and loose bell collar, as shown in pics.  No cracks or extra holes.  I have not altered or polished it.

It blows easily with a nice crisp tone and could be used ‘as is’ by a capable player.

The collar is imprinted with “1 M.R.  17”.  I suspect the 17 is either a date year or a military unit reference, not sure.

The mouthpiece is stamped “Whaley & Royce & Co. Toronto.”

From the information given me by the family member, it is likely that this instrument served in WW I and went overseas with the Canadian Expeditionary Forces. 

It will be a very fine addition to a collection!

Postage:

Will ship to the USA or Canada.  Item is located in Canada.

Postage quotes shown are close to or below my actual costs.