Up for auction is a gently used professional handmade open hole William S. Haynes solid silver flute with a low B footjoint. All keys move freely, there are no major dents present and the minor scratches throughout do not affect performance. This flute has been professionally cleaned, oiled, adjusted, polished and has new pads installed. The serial number is in the 33,xxx range, dating manufacture to approximately 1964 and the head joint tube thickness is .014 inch. Haynes has always made some of the best playing flutes in the world and this flute is no exception! The solid silver head joint has a solid 14K gold lip plate and the flute body and keys are solid silver. This flute has the inline G key, pointed key cups, soldered tone holes and a low B key! Haynes flutes are revered worldwide by legendary artists of the past and present. From the aspiring student to the master, the compelling presence of a Haynes instrument draws out the very best musical performance enabling instrumentalists of all levels to realize their full potential. Included is a somewhat used Haynes wood shell flute case(latches function as intended, interior is intact, exterior has minor wear and no strong odors are present) and a flute cleaning rod. This model flute and head joint sells new for over $17K!!Winning U.S. bidder is to pay $200.00 for expedited shipping, handling and insurance. Standard shipping is also available if chosen during checkout. The insured package will be shipped to the winning bidder's physical address with an adult signature confirmation for delivery. NO P.O. boxes!!
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