This Desi Seery flute was bought new in Ireland as a gift for our daughter. As it turned out she barely used it. It is considered a professional model and is comparable in sound to quality wooden flutes. It looks brand new except for one small scratched area by the first hole (see last photo) and has the Seery trademark on all 4 parts. It has been cleaned and the corks are new. It seems that buying a new Serry flute would cost $500 or more. Because it is made of Polymer there are many advantages over wooden flutes. Seery flutes are tough and will not crack or split with even very rough handling and require no special care or oiling. They always play with a very consistent sound and response, whatever the temperature, humidity, weather or the length of time they have been played.