When patches consist of thick massive sheets of brass and far extend the area that needs to be patched or reinforced , the patch can be detrimental to the resonance, etc. I saw a bell on a YHR863 that apparently had been patched by Herman Munster. Three huge, thick slabs of brass sheet had been placed inside the bell flare. When patches are installed properly and the bell isn`t re-annealed during the soldering process and the finished patch is esthetically pleasing, the end result can be very positive. Wes Hatch _www.weshatchhorns.com_ (http://www.weshatchhorns.com) In a message dated 4/16/2011 12:07:52 P.M. Central Daylight Time, [email protected] writes:
Howard asks an excellent question about patches, and why people get all bent out of shape if there are any. Answer: I have no idea. A well-done patch can extend the life of a fabulous instrument at a very low cost. It essentially preserves the taper of the instrument. In fact, patches on 19th century hand horns are a mark of distinction, indicating the amount the horn has actually been played. Beware an old horn without patches! -- *Regards, Dave Weiner Brass Arts Unlimited* _______________________________________________ post: [email protected] unsubscribe or set options at https://pegasus.memphis.edu/cgi-bin/mailman/options/horn/weshatch%40aol.com _______________________________________________ post: [email protected] unsubscribe or set options at https://pegasus.memphis.edu/cgi-bin/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
