Bach Valve Protector
This is a good example of the various accessories sold by Vincent Bach during the company’s early history. This was patented by Hans J. Bach, Vincent’s brother, and advertised in Vincent Bach Corporation catalogs. The Bach valve protector first appeared in industry advertisements in March 1923.
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Bach Valve Protector
for Trumpet and Cornet
patented.
Prevents perspiration from corroding the metal.
Protects the hand from brass stain.
Preserves gold or silver plating.
Keeps valves from freezing in winter.
Lessens the strain of holding the instrument.
Gives an unfailing grip.
No. 1 – Price. Genuine leather. velvet lines, plain ………….$1.00: postpaid. $1.10
No. 2 – Price. Genuine leather, with third valve extension, $1.25: postpaid. $1.35
source: Vincent Bach Corp. Catalog, 1925
As a side note, Hans Bach was issued a patent for the same device filed on Jan. 29, 1924. For the full patent description and images, click below.
VINCENT BAGH CORPORATION, OF NEW YORK, N. Y.,
A CORPORATION OF NEW YORK.
HAND PROTECTOR FOR WIND INSTRUMENTS.
Application filed December 28, 1922. Serial No. 609,403.
source: 1925 Vincent Bach Corporation Catalog
