Fipple Cracks in the World's Greatest Cheapie Whistles

Whistle
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I’m a bit saddened, but not so much as the sound seems so far unaffected (is that possible, Jerry?) Let me back up. I have 3 whistles, 2 of which are labeled “Walton’s Golden Tone Whistle C” one a green cap the other yellow. The third is a yellow cap labeled “C Tin Whistle Irish Made” I believe however, based on tone, playability, and an exact same fipple that this is also a Walton’s Golden Tone. These are the finest of any cheapie whistles I’ve ever played and rank up there with any custom high end whistles. Years ago I bought the last 4 available from the maker and gave one away. I just noticed that both yellow caps are cracked in the same place in the same way and in the same slightly arced shape, one just running a bit longer from the very tip of the blade to down beyond the furthest extension of the bulb like portion beneath the window.

The beginning of the end of an era… :frowning: :frowning: :frowning: :frowning: Oh well, it’s only fitting, as I’ve begun to crack myself…

Philo

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Hi, Phil.

I would be honored to repair/reinforce these for you.

No charge, and I promise you’ll be pleased with the result (it will only take me a few minutes, probably less time than trying to explain how I do it).

If we don’t do this, the crack will continue to grow towards the socket and eventually the socket will split (assuming I understand your description). If you let me do it, the whistles will be stronger than new and should outlast the next Generation.

Best wishes,
Jerry

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Ah, Jerry, that is grand of you. A PM is on the way. Also, please tell me what you think of these, as I’ve been going on about them in a vacuum for the longest time. Thank you.

Philo

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I can’t imagine how you do it. Is it possible to whistle in a vacuum?

Best wishes,
Jerry

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It’s cleaner…(ok, that’s probably even lower than a pun)

Philo