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I am now able to make either Polly Portable or Brunswick Parisian paper horns. They can be laminated for durability or just plain paper as per the originals... If you need either type, PM me.

Curt, that's great! Could you please post pictures of what they look like?

Thanks
Andreas

Here are pics of a Polly that I just completed... it is a laminated horn to provide durability for regular use. The original all paper horns are so fragile, that you don't want to fold/unfold them for fear of separation. This is made just like the original, heavy paper and riveted, but laminated in addition. The Parisian will look the same, except for the logo... I also made the instruction disk that is pictured and printed on both sides.

It is great that these horns are available. I would like to learn more about the Brunswick Parisian and how much to expect to pay if one is ever available for sale. During what years were they manufactured?

Both styles of this horn (Polly or Parisian) are available. They are identical except for the logo. The cost is the same, $60 including Priority Mail shipping. The attached pic is the Parisian logo in low resolution - actual image is higher quality. The instruction disk is also available in Polly or Parisian versions, printed on both sides like the originals for $25 including shipping.

EdiBrunsVic wrote:During what years were they manufactured?

To answer your question about the time period, the copyright is dated 1927, but the patent date is Nov. 2, 1915, almost 99 years ago.