WTB Slide Compatible w/1974 Blessing Artist Valve TB

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SteveP
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by SteveP »

I've picked up a Blessing Artist valve trombone that's a lot of fun to play as it is. But sometimes it would be nice to have a slide. Anyone have one? Please email me at spetrangelo at proton dottt me or give me a call at 949-422-7338.

Thx, Steve
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SteveP
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by SteveP »

Ok, let me ask this in a different way. Is there a compatible slide from a different manufacturer that will fit on my Blessing?
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Matt_K
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by Matt_K »

What model is the blessing artist?
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SteveP
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by SteveP »

Thanks for the response Matt. The bell says Blessing followed by Artist on the second line with Elkhart - Ind on the third. It would seem that Artist is the model. There's a place in the case for a slide, probably an extra cost option.
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Matt_K
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by Matt_K »

I might have a slide that’s compatible. Im a little surprised there isn’t a model number somewhere. Maybe B150. Can you take a closeup of the valve block tenon (the part that you put in the bell section and then the screw ring slides down on it and keeps the two parts attached).
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SteveP
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by SteveP »

Thanks Matt but there's no number anywhere on this instrument except the serial number and the 1 2 3 on the valve casings. I think maybe I'll just find a Blessing of similar vintage and buy the instrument and then hope that the slide will fit. I've seen some out there pretty inexpensive. Good idea or not?