Sterling Silver Head, Body, Foot, Keys and Mechanism

1950 Commercial Model (the commercial models were also handmade) In other words, the few flutes made per year, the more attention given to each one. Presently, no more than 110 handmade Haynes flutes are made per year. See below the number of flutes made per year at Haynes (all were handmade, including the commercial model):ġ950's-1960's - 500 - 600 flutes per year However, during the Golden Age (1950's and 1960's), fewer flutes were made than in the 70's, and extra attention was given to detail. It has the unique 'Haynes sound', but is fuller and more colorful than some of its counterparts.Īll handmade Haynes flutes have always been high quality. There are a few light/minor surface scuffs/nicks here and there that can be seen when it's turned in various angles in good lighting.Ĭomes with a new Northwind case, made to look as close to the original as possible.īeautiful! This flute plays better than others like it that have gone through my hands. It is clean, has all new pads, and is a very nice instrument.įor it's age, it is in excellent used condition, showing the expected light-moderate wear from use over time. This beautiful vintage handmade professional flute was made during the beginning of the Golden Age in 1950 (serial # 21259).

Haynes flute serial numbers by year