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Product OverviewRare, beautifully crafted Wm. S. Haynes Solid Silver Concert Flute, manufactured in Boston, MA in 1921. This historical instrument bears the serial number 6491. According to the official Haynes factory archives, this flute was built with premium vintage specifications that deliver a distinct, warm, and soulful tonal character unique to early 20th-century Haynes craftsmanship.Factory Specifications:
- Manufacturer: Wm. S. Haynes Co. (Boston, Mass.)
- Serial Number: 6491
- Year of Manufacture: 1921 (Over 100 years old!)
- Material: Solid Sterling Silver
- Pitch (LP): Low Pitch (A=440 Hz standard concert pitch)
- Key Style (CL): Closed Hole / Plateau Model (Excellent for smooth, comfortable fingering)
- Mechanism (G#): Closed G# system with Offset G
- Footjoint (C): C Footjoint
Condition Report:This flute is in great vintage condition. The pads and corks seal properly. It responds beautifully across all registers from the low C up to the highest octaves. See video. There are no major dents, only light surface patina and minor handling wear consistent with its age. Comes with a protective hard case. Case has rusting on the handle and one latch does not close properly.
