1929 W. S. Haynes Solid Silvr Flute, Soldered Tone-holes, Good Pads, History

WICHITA BAND INSTRUMENT COMPANY, since 1953! A RARE FLUTE from the W. Haynes Workshop, " plateau" pattern, SOLDERED tone-holes, history since new. Haynes solid silver flute number 10,898 1929. Plateau keywork to low C, offset G, soldered tone-holes, flat pad cups.

With some features of "Commercial" and also of "Handmade", Haynes number 10,898 is quite a unique and special instrument. Owner was, for more than thirty years, a member of the Wichita Symphony Orchestra. Principal flute in the ensemble for several seasons, the owner eventually moved to assistant principal with the arrival of Robert Cavally student Edward Callan.

The instrument was constructed with. 014 silver tube, plateau keys, offset G and C foot. That makes it half "hand-made" and half "Commercial". Sounding length is 600 mm (A = 440), the embouchure measures 10.0 X 12.0, giving the instrument a wonderful tone-color. Total weight is 403 grams.

All pads and corks are new or close to it. The 1960's case is in very good condition. Our Wichita shop has known this beautiful flute for more than six decades. Recommended for the adult amateur or a discriminating musician who appreciates the wonderful voice of a "Golden Age" Haynes.

This particular flute exhibits superb workmanship, arguably quite different to that of modern instruments from the Haynes firm. Always glad to hear from flute people!

In January of 2024 our small workshop in Wichita celebrate. Restored more than two hundred vintage French flutes from Louis Lot. Claude Rive and Buffet-Crampon plus hundreds of professional-quality flutesfrom Haynes and Powell. Today we have eight employees including four of. The finest repair technicians in the country.

We're happy to report, a. Sterling reputation for top-quality restoration. We are not amateurs, nor are we a back. We would be pleased to furnish you with references attesting.

Wichita Band Instrument Company is a small musical instrument emporium located in the center of the USA. We've been in business since 1953 and have had the same owner since 1963.

Originally wewere a repair shop that specialized in woodwind and sax restoration. Virtually ALL the items we sell have been fully reconditioned in our own shop, although we do sell a few unrestored historical instruments each year.

ALL new and all used instruments. It's in addition to any factory guarantees. For two full years, we. Will repair or replace, whichever in our estimation is the more advisable. Pads, corks, springs or other parts required, at no charge to the customer. Wichita Band Instrument Company maintains a repair department capable of restoration work of the highest.

Even though repairs are essentially "free" for the first two years. After that period has expired, we remain at your service to maintain and repair. It's our "service after the sale" promise and. Clearance charges in their respective countries. We're happy to respond to any and.

All questions about flutes and other musical instruments, but please don't. Write and ask What's granny's mellophone worth?

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