I am now the proud owner of several whistles obtained from David Migoya of Fyfer Restorations. Briefly: a Copeland Low G, purportedly made by Michael early in his career, i.e., old. It embodies everything grand you’ve ever heard about Copelands - big, brassy sound that’s strong in the low end and surprisingly good in the upper - most of you know what a difficult compromise often must occur with respect to this balance. That wonderful resonant timbre throughout; that’s right, I’ll be 53 tomorrow, and I’ve gone and fallen in love again! Two Grinters, soprano D and Low F both in red lancewood. Visually stunning, beautiful wood, classy fittings, the best fitted tuning slides I’ve ever met. The little D is incredible - strong at the bottom and the best high end of any little D I’ve ever heard. The low F is right on at the low end and the most exquisite high end of any whistle I own. Something about these causes me to dance while playing (not necessarily a selling point but fun). Just wanted to share the joy. Best to all. Philo
Philo, does your Copeland have walls around the fipple window? Just curious if he’s always done that.
It does indeed have walls Raymond; it’s classic and just like the new whistles in appearance. The voicing is exceptional and to my tastes. It’s in great shape too. You know the feeling - it’s one I want to take with me everywhere. Take care and good night. Even my wife and daughter appreciate it! (Maybe they’re just being nice at birthday time)Philo
I’m glad someone who posts regularly to this forum bought those whistles… now I can bug you to record some tunes on them for Clips & Snips! 
I almost bought the low F Grinter myself, but I’m holding out for an Overton because I’m such a fan of Colin Goldie’s whistles.
Seriously, post some tunes… I’m looking forward to hearing them.
So Philo got the Grinters! It seemed that they appeared on Fyfer “under purchase contract.” They really are gorgeous.
Today I took delivery from David of a Thin Weasel D and Burke composite low-E. The TW is absolutely lovely, but (admittedly after not having played it very long) it sounds an awful lot like a Water Weasel. I guess I probably got myself overly worked-up in anticipation, too. And BOY IS IT LOUD. I’m still glad I bought it, and I presume I’ll begin to notice differences between it and the WW.
The Burke low-E, on the other hand is a pleasant surprise. It’s a little less chiffy, at least to my ear on first play, than the Al pro low-D and -C that I have. It’s incredibly mellow and soothing.
And, to add to the already long list of people singing his praises, David had been a pleasure to deal with – he’s gone above and beyond the call of duty in answering many questions, some not related to business.
Charlie
Raindog - I think it was Tony who told me that all that stands between me and posting sound clips is a $10 microphone. I’ll try to pick one up this weekend and oblige you. Remember not to hold my playing against the Grinters and Copeland, though. Congrats Chas; when you cozy up to that TW, I doubt it will sound or feel like a WW. Enjoy. Philo
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(And many happy returns of the day) 
David
Thanks David; I just lost a really long-winded reply to the Loren-Phil thread; HIS infinite wisdom perhaps? Philo