Here’s a clip of me playing the M&E Rudall in ebonite: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yy4-tKZQWoI
As you can tell, I’m not the greatest player, but you can get a rough sense of the sound of the flute.
By the way, when I bought this from Doc, the ebonite model was not listed on his site but he did have it in stock.
-Tom
Right, forgot about the Dixon three-piece. The two piece is, shall we say, lackluster, but the three-piece is much better (although perhaps not as good as some other options). If it’s small holes you’re going for, the Copley probably won’t suit. The right hand has a decent spread and a few of the holes are on the large side. Great flutes, though.
Unless the bottom has dropped out of the market, your Olwell should fetch at least $300. I seem to recall some going for as much $450 on ebay in the past few years–although that may have been pre-recession. (You can also search this board to see what others have charged. Doc Jones would also have a good idea of what a fair price would be.)
I’ve got an M&E Ebonite D in great condition that you might like playing. It’s got a lovely sound and is really easy to play. I’ll sell it for $375+shipping. PM me if interested and i’ll send you some pictures and a clip. 