Original WWII Imperial Japanese Army Brass Bugle with Red Cord
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Original Item: Only One Available. This is a genuine Japanese Military Bugle from the WWII period. You can identify it as such by the style of the bugle, the large clamp that secures the tuningslide/lead pipe into the instrument, and the period red cord whic has now become stuck to the bugle. The bugle is very service-worn and heavily patinated, one of the most beautiful examples we have offered.
The bugle features all brass construction, with a two piece brazed bell with a bell garland. The mouthpiece appears to be brass. The wing nut that tightens around the lead pipe for pitch adjustment is present, though the lead pipe is currently seized. Also, the chain that secures the mouthpieces to the hanger ring is missing.
Wrapped around the top of the bugle is a very worn red cord which has heavily faded into a darkish pink, which is tied to the two hanger rings, with a faded red tassel on each end. This is the correct style and color for the Imperial Japanese Army. It's very rare to find these with an original tassel, and this is only the third time we have seen one.
A very rare piece from the Empire of the Rising Sun. Comes ready for further research and display.
The branch of the military would normally be identified by a sash with tassels attached to the bugle by the two large inner rings, red for Army as an example. Further identifying this as a WWII period piece, as opposed to modern day, is the lack of a condensation valve on the front edge.
Approximate dimensions are 13¼" x 6" x 4.5"
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