KANSTUL Custom Made ARMY OLD FIFE & DRUM CORPS BUGLE Extremely RARE Collectable!
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Authenticity: The provenance is confirmed by Ziggy Kanstul’s son, Jack Kanstul, which greatly adds to its collectible value.
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Custom Craftsmanship: Ziggy Kanstul was known for producing specialized horns, often tailored for elite groups like the United States Army’s Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps. Kanstul bugles, especially those created for such ensembles, were known for their superb construction and sound quality.
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Musical Attributes: The mention of “most likely key G with a change valve to F” aligns with historical innovations attributed to Ziggy Kanstul, who was at the forefront of designing G-F valve and rotor bugles in the late 1960s and beyond. These designs allowed musicians to play in multiple keys with better intonation and flexibility, a breakthrough for marching and ceremonial corps.
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Unique Markings: The stamp “Kanstul Made in America” signifies its origin from Kanstul Musical Instruments, a company founded by Ziggy in Anaheim, California. Instruments stamped this way are highly regarded by collectors—especially those connected to military or premier ensembles.
- Collector’s Value: Such custom, authentically stamped instruments—particularly those linked to the Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps—are sought after both as musical tools and historical artifacts. Their combination of craftsmanship, innovation, and ceremonial use makes them appealing to brass collectors worldwide.
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Package Contents: Bugle and Torpedo Leather Case.
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