There’s a Richard & George Payne flute on E-bay just now. Cracked barrel, missing block & end ring etc. nothing serious. George Payne worked for Rudall & Rose before going into business for himself.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Antique-Wooden-8-Key-Flute-Payne-From-Rudall-Rose-/150754770832?pt=UK_Woodwind_Instruments&hash=item2319af3f90#ht_48
It could be this same Payne flute found in Antrim and discussed here in 2004
http://forums.chiffandfipple.com/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=21923&start=0
Jon_C
February 10, 2012, 9:14am
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That would be a very interesting flute to restore, alas no cash…
Are you sure? I bet it would be a major Payne.
Rob
anyone in here? just £510…a nice piece
Dang, I forgot to bid on it. I really liked that flute for some reason. Looked to be in very good shape save for a few issues that aren’t all that big of a deal. It’s rare to see a flute with the original case and certificate.
Jon_C
February 20, 2012, 5:34am
7
Only two bids… Whoever got it, got a great deal! It would be a fun restoration…