Haynes C Flute SN 6218 Vintage 1921
Item History & Price
Wm S Haynes, Boston Solid Sterling Silver Flute #6218, Made in 1921 with closed hole, offset G, C foot.Restored in 2016, by a Haynes certified shop. This flute has been played only a few times since restoration. I am selling it because I have two other flutes.Standard cut embouchure with a very rich tone. Gold springs give the action a light response. Looks and plays beautifully, one very small indention on head joint, please see pictures.This lovely instrument was made duri...ng the collaboration of Wm S Haynes and Verne Powell. Powell's fine craftsmanship is found on the flute. Powell didn't leave the Haynes Company until 1926. Flute construction; heavy silver tubing - head and body .018, sounding length 23 5/8 and plays easily at A=440. Included is a Haynes case and outer carrying case as pictured.This flute is beautiful with a big, rich sound. This is a professional instrument, good in any situation.Thanks for looking!
