Desi Seery Delrin Keyless D Irish Flute w/tuning slide and D-profile rings.
$460, including new Jean Cavallaro soft fleece-lined case . I’d prefer to ship within the U.S.
USED in Excellent Condition.
Retail price for a new flute ranges from €410 ($558) to €490 ($667).
Large-hole Seery, based on a Hudson (Pratten). This flute is from earlier in the century with traditional oval embouchure. The flute tenons have cork (my preference), rather than thread, implemented by local flutemaker Jon Cornia. Surface finish is matte, not shiny, so it’s not slippery and looks more like wood. The flute is stamped “Seery” on all joints.
Sizes are approximate, taken with a dial caliper to the holes, across the bore (since the holes are not completely circular, in some instances longer along the length of the bore):
Hard to believe someone hasn’t picked up on at least one of Kevin’s Delrin flutes he has for sale now. Though, if you’re trying to come up with the cash to buy, sometimes it’s not easy-I understand that all too well. But finding a really nice Seery isn’t all that easy sometimes (it can be hit or miss), and with a new Cavallero case included (about $50), it’s even a better deal, if your desire is a Pratten.
If you would rather have a Rudall in Delrin, Kevin also may still have a Jon C. (Cochran) Rudall for sale at just about the same money, and it’s been upgraded by the maker besides.
Someone looking for a good Delrin session flute (with full traditional tuning slides), they would be hard pressed to find better flutes than these for what he is asking. If I were in the market, I wouldn’t hesitate on either.
I’m only saying because I think they would be very nice flutes to have and play-no other reason. I’ve had both flutes before and can recommend both makers, as well as many others on Chiff that have given them high regards also. All you have to do is learn to play them well, and then make some music!
