Wilkes Keyless D flute on eBay

I just noticed this nice looking keyless D “Pratten” flute by Chris Wilkes up for sale on eBay. Its not mine (unfortunately) and I have nothing to do with the sale, but I thought someone here might be interested.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Chris-Wilkes-Keyless-Blackwood-flute-key-of-D-/271587912884?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3f3be6acb4

Beyond the means of mortal men.

Better refrain from commenting the price.. Last time i did that it spawned endless replies and discussions.. Suffice to say " I pass" :stuck_out_tongue:

AFAIK, if it’s not a UIE, commercial, or FS/FT thread (per the C&F Consolidated Concordat on Policy #8 Price Policing), it’s fair game. I’m a tickler for the rules.

Surprised to see that the barrel has a thin silver ring and a wide engraved band. My “Rudall model” barrel has two wide engraved bands on the barrel. Normal price for a Wilkes although you can get a Rudall keyed flute for 1500 sterling or less these days.

And of course you have now commented on the price, though perhaps indirectly. :slight_smile:

Nice looking flute.

Feadoggie

It’s a steal at that price.

That may well be true, but personally i’d rather buy a Francois Baubet 6-key with every bell and whistle and use the €700 i save on something nice.
Of course that is my subjective opinion, with all due respect for Chris Wilkes and everyone here :slight_smile:

Perhaps I should have written: “It’s a ‘steal’ at that price.” :wink:

Lovely flute, and no doubt a fabulous player.

Sold. Someone got a very good flute from a stand up honest craftsman - all the best


Nuala playing her Wilkes:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VyCyNdDakaw

She’s pretty damn awesome.