Vintage King H. N. White Silversonic Master Model Cornet  

Serial Number: 351289 – Crafted in 1955

Model Number:  1065-S Solid Sterling Silver Bell

Key: Bb and A

Finish:  Clear Baked on Gold Lacquer, Clear Baked on Lacquer on the Slides

Bore: Medium .458

Bell Diameter: 4.625 Inches

Mouthpiece: Yes, original King MC

Case:  Yes, (original to the instrument)

King Silversonic Master Cornet Background:

For over sixty years the H. N. White Company has been a leader in the production of cornets.  In even our original models the name King was a symbol of expert craftsmanship, the most modern design, and beautiful tonal characteristics.  Since then, using every means at our disposal, we have made many forward strides.  Technical skill, modern scientific equipment, and improved materials, have contributed to maintain our leadership in this field.  Many of the fine craftsmen who helped produce our earlier models are sill with us, using their vast store of knowledge and experience to maintain our unexcelled position in the industry.

The King Master Model Cornet is the last work in the development of the cornet that has won recognition and endorsement of the world's foremost cornetists and bandmasters. This reputation is the natural result of combining all the best features of previous models plus new improvements into the present Master Model.

Cornetists the world over enthusiastically acclaim the sheer perfection of this instrument.  Its rich and varied tone, ranging from a smooth velvety softness to a bell like brilliance is produced without the usual straining and "tightening-up" that is necessary on other models.  The intonation too, has been so improved as to exclude any need for "favoring" or "humoring", especially in the upper register.  This elimination of straining and forcing results in a free and relaxed style of playing which is the goal of all musicians.

The free-action valves featured of the King Master Model Cornet enable an ease of execution never before possible.  The entire scale, from bottom to top, is smoother, more flexible and more resonant than on any other cornet.  The King Master Model has attained the undisputed reputation as the world's finest cornet-truly a Master Model built by master craftsmen, worthy of the masters.--White Way News Catalog #18, 1951

King Silversonic Master Cornet Condition:

For sale by The H. N. White Company LLC, this magnificent cornet has been completely restored with no expense spared and every detail made as perfect as possible.  The finish is new gold oven baked on lacquer on the body and clear baked on lacquer on the slides.  The two tone look is amazing. Baked on lacquer is our most durable finish and is just like what the company used back in the day.  The engraving is crisp and clear and has new gold on it. All slides and valves operate smoothly.  No deep scratches or dents of any kind. The tuning slide and the third valve slide are stamped with the appropriately matched serial numbers. The valves are fast and responsive with no apparent loss of air pressure.

·         This cornet has new baked on lacquer (99.9% perfect).

·         The gold wash is new and 99.9% perfect.

·         The engraving is crisp and easy to see.

·         The gold leaf is new.

·         The cornet is in great shape and has no scratches. 

·         There are no dents or small dings.

·         All slides operate smoothly. 

·         The valves are super fast (like new) with no apparent loss of air pressure. 

·         All slides are stamped with the appropriately matched serial numbers.

·         The felt, cork, and springs are all new.

·         Comes with hard to find original King MC mouthpiece.

·         Comes with cleaning rod.

·         The cornet comes in its original hard to find HN White made case. 

This King Silversonic Cornet comes with its original HN White made case.  The exterior of the case is in good condition.  The interior is in great condition.  The springs on one the latches do not work but the latches still to their job.

This cornet is in fantastic condition and is ready to play.  If you are looking for a cornet that has a mellow full tone this is the cornet for you.  Cornets in this condition are getting more and more difficult to find.

The H. N. White Company LLC:

The H. N. White Company LLC is dedicated to preserving history and restoring the world’s finest musical instruments to their original quality and beauty. We spared no expense to return our instruments to like new condition, which includes using parts that match original specifications and only highly qualified craftsmen.