Following an airline accident and 5 months of legal actions leading to nothing, I am now in need of a bass bell for replacement. The bell that I have has suffered so much damage it would be economically nonviable to repair.

The bell that I originally have (and now in terrible shape) is a Thein Krupse bell. I am looking for something similar, preferably an exact copy. Below are the specs of which I would prefer:

- Red brass (MUST!)

- Small throat, something like a Shires BI or smaller

- Lightweight (a kranz isn't really as heavy as you think)

- One-piece construction

- 10.5 inch diameter

- Doesn't have to come with hardware (most likely I'll ship it back to you if you have them on)

Having said that, it is unlikely that I would find something that fits all the description.

I am open to any sort of bass bell you have as long as it is in red brass. Let me know what you have.

Best regards,

Jon

P.S. I will have the bell cut. Don't be too sad when the bell is destroyed (yet again).