Nice Old 8 Key Available before eBaying it

Irish Flute
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For anyone interested in a nice solid antique 8key flute, before I put it up to eBay in a week or so. I have $1,200 into it and that’s all I’m asking for it here. The eBay reserve will be $1,500.

It’s a no-frills flute by Clementi & Co.

It is not a Nicholson model, has medium holes and the keys are German Silver. It is cocus and a couple well-repaired barrel cracks.

I used the headpiece for a long time on a Pratten until I had that one done. It plays pretty well.

It was made at the end of the Clementi run, c. 1826.

All I’ve done is repad it and clean it up here and there.

It’s got a case, although not original. It’s a converted Bundy flute case that I got from David Levine and for which I have no use, so let’s give the Clementi a home.

email me off list for info or whatnot.

dm

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I have a couple other flutes of note that I am finally done repadding, reworking and selling.

Something for everyone, I’d say. They are my own flutes, not consignments.

I will be ebaying them all unless purchased here first.
(And Eb Rudall and a Boosey Pratten among them)

Here’s a link to them:
www.fyfer-restorations.com

then click the link for “Fine, Vintage Antique Wood Flutes for Sale”

I also have two of the multi-flute stands that I’d like to find homes for.
One is made of oak, the other cedar.

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Let me give David a plug. I purchased one of his personal flutes several weeks ago, and it is wonderful. As always (this wasn’t the first instrument I’d purchased from him), the transaction went smoothly. I’ve also gotten some great advice from him on restoration, valuation, and other things.

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This seems to be a very reasonable deal for anyone looking for a fully keyed flute right now - I am amazed that no-one has bitten your hand off yet. There is often talk on this board with people bemoaning the cost and waiting time for 6 or 8 keyed instruments. Here’s your chance, people!


Damned with faint praise? Can you describe "pretty well?

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Did this flute sell? It seemed like a great price for anyone looking for a keyed flute.

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nope, no sale
although there are inquiries.
i’ll be ebaying it next week for the 1500 reserve.

still, it’s a strong flute that’s solid. No window rattling, but sabre maybe. :slight_smile:

dm

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How does the ‘Atwill Rudall Replica’ listed on your site play? Any chance of a sound clip?

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I had it out yesterday and I have to say, it’s pretty nifty.
very very much a Rudall c.1830 sound.
and I’m convinced it’s never had a day of playtime in its life. The hole edges are just too clean and too sharp.
email me private and I’ll make a sound clip of the flute for you.
(by the way…plays down to C)

and looks like the Clementi has a home.

dm