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Valve Trombones

Reynolds valve trombone bore sizes gradually increased over the model line's history, from .483" (1953) to .500" (1959) to .510" (1970) to .515" (1977).

Model History | Specifications

1936-1946 \| F.A. Reynolds (Cleveland)
	F.A. Reynolds, Model TBD \| Bore: TBD \| Bell: 7½" \| Materials: TBD \| Finish: TBD SN 20585; photos used with permission from eBay Member: azfastsell.
1946-1952 \| F.A. Reynolds (Division of Scherl & Roth, Cleveland)
	F.A. Reynolds, Model TBD \| Bore: .483" \| Bell: 7½" \| Materials: brass bell with nickel silver bracing and trim \| Finish: TBD \| Other: brass "R" counterweight SN 24339; photos used with permission from eBay Member: isthatformellc.
1952-1961 \| Roth-Reynolds (Cleveland)
	Professional, Model 75 \| Bore: .483" (.500" in 1959) \| Bell: 7½" \| Materials: brass with nickel silver bracing and trim \| Finish: clear lacquer finish; optional silverplate bright bell or silverplate gold bell finish \| Slide: slide section available separately (75-B) \| Other: brass "R" counterweight 1953, 1958: "The Valve Trombone for the Professional by Roth-Reynolds is the most popular instrument of its kind in the dance field today. Built on the same design and specifications as the famous Model 70 Professional Tenor Trombone, the Valve Trombone has equally fine playing qualities and round lustrous tone. Perfect for trombone doubling. Also available with slide section for complete combination." 1959 catalog: "Reynolds Valve Trombones have become recognized for being well in tune. Undoubtedly the most popular and most widely used Valve Trombones." Model 75 [SN 45627]. Photos used with permission from David Reed (eBay Member: dgreeddgreedjr).
	Contempora, Model 79 \| Bore: .520" \| Bell: 8½" \| Valves: TBD \| Materials: Bronz-o-lyte bell; nickel-silver tone ring, gooseneck and tuning slide; nickel silver trim; brass valve section with nickel-silver upper valve casing \| Finish: clear lacquer finish; optional silverplate bright bell or silverplate gold bell finish Model 79 [SN 57472]. Photo source: eBay.
1961-1963 \| F.A. Reynolds/RMC (Cleveland)
	Model TBD \| Bore: TBD \| Bell: TBD \| Materials: TBD \| Finish: TBD \| Slide: TBD No image(s) available.
1964-1970 \| F.A. Reynolds (Abilene, Fullerton)
	Professional, Model TV-28 \| Bore: .510" \| Bell: 8½" \| Materials: brass with nickel silver bracing and trim \| Finish: polished brass with baked epoxy \| Slide: slide section available separately \| Other: brass "R" counterweight 1966 catalog: "Adds flexibility to the trombone voice. Has 8½" bell, nickel-silver bracing, large bore. Slide section optional extra. With combination case that accommodates bell, valve and slide sections." 1970 catalog: "Large straight bore of .510 provides the full sound so desirable on the parade field. Ideal double for a baritone horn player who wishes to perform with the stage band. Available with an extra slide section for added versatility." Model TV-28 [SN 216775]. Photos used with permission from eBay Member: natband.
1971-1979 \| Reynolds (Fullerton)
	Contempora, Model TV-28 \| Bore: .515" \| Bell: 8½" \| Materials: brass with nickel silver bracing and trim \| Slide: .495"/.510" dual bore slide section available separately \| Finish: polished brass with baked epoxy \| Rectangular "reynolds" counterweight Note: Model TV-28 was rebranded from "Professional" to "Contempora" sometime in the mid 1970s. 1977 catalog: "The TV-28 is a popular valve trombone used for studio, jazz, concert and marching bands. The large, straight bore provides a full, rich sound. Excellent valve action assures rapid response with precise intonation. Available with extra slide section for added versatility (slight extra cost)." SN A24858. Photo courtesy of eBay Member: nikkibor123456
	Contempora, Marching Trombone, Model TV-29 \| Bore: .515" \| Bell: 8" \| Materials: brass \| Finish: polished brass with baked epoxy 1977 catalog: "The TV-29 is specially designed for the marching band for greater maneuverability while maintaining exceptional response and intonation. The Marching Trombone also permits the baritone player to double on the trombone in the stage band. Lightweight, compact and versatile. The valve action assures rapid response and assists in increased articulation. The straight bell front makes for greater projection of sound." 1977 catalog.