You might check around for a repad quote from another shop in Belgium. The bottom line is: If you like the instrument and were happy with it, it is probably worth getting repadded - unless it has had some major damage. See these pages for prices that some have sold for: As with anything though, a flute is only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. Right now on eBay there is one currently bid at $306 and two more with buy-it-now at $6000 (or best offer - definitely overpriced). On, an Artley Wilkins sold this month for $1200 USD. If your Artley Wilkins flute were restored to a good playing condition, I think it is probably worth a lot more than 300 euros. Artley USA Flutes are a well known student flute with music teachers. The Artley USA Silver Plated Open Hole Flute is an excellent open hole c-foot flute. Accessories: Hardshell Flute Case, Flute Cleaning Rod and Flute Care and Maintenance Kit. It actually was designed to be a direct competitor for Haynes, so it is NOT your typical student-level Artley. Artley USA Flute Description: Flute Specs: Key of C, Open Hole Hole, C Foot, Silver Plated. Where are artley flutes made Artley C Flute, C foot joint. The quality was very good and was often considered to be on par with Haynes and Powell flutes of the same era. Are artley flutes silver The Artley Wilkins flute is a silver flute (not plated like a student model). However, at the time, the Artley Wilkins was the top end flute made by Artley. He's right that you can buy a more modern flute that probably is easier to play in tune than than a lot of older "pro" flutes. I have a slightly different opinion than fluteguy. it's worth the 300 euros to get it in good working order. If it has sentimental value, then by all means. It would be silver plated, yes, but in terms of design and playability, it could quite possibly be a better deal.
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You could probably spend a little more money and get what is now labeled as a "student" flute, and it would probably be a considerable upgrade in terms of how it plays. it probably isn't worth much more than that.
So, because of its age, the kind of flute that it is (the maker), and its state of repair.
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But, with modern advances in flute-making, many student model flutes play better than the professional high end flutes made 40 years ago. At the time it was better than student level. A solid silver "ebay-junk" flute that cost you $200 will not be nearly as good as a silver plated muramatsu that you bought used for $1000.Īnd for the time when it was made, you are right. you have to understand that solid silver does not necessarily mean quality. *From time to time there may be a higher-end flute on consignment that is very high quality, but may need some repair. P.S.: If you're on a tight budget, be sure to ask me how I can help. Please come on in, and take a look around. Stolen on from a home in Mobile, Alabama. With only a few exceptions, all of the flutes have gone through the hands of my experienced repairman, and have been adjusted and repaired as necessary, then thoroughly play-tested by me before being put up for sale*. ARTLEY PICCOLO, 791, model 22P, grinadilla wood with silver keys, was in black slim style double case with flute, blue lining, with a black vinyl padded zipper outer case.
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Many folks email or call just to discuss the process of buying a used flute, and to better understand how to choose one that is a good fit for them.Įvery flute for sale on this site has been carefully hand-picked from a rather large sea of used flutes for sale around the US, so that all that you see for sale here are among the best of 'em. It is always my pleasure to help in any way I can, whether or not you buy a flute or piccolo from me. My favorite part of buying and selling used flutes (besides getting to test all of these fine instruments) is having the privilege of "meeting" so many flutists around the world, from beginners to professionals alike. Artley Flute 182471 - silver headjoint, body and mechanism, drawn tone holes, French (open hole) model, Y-key arms, adjustable screws, inline G, C footjoint - Wilkins Model. When you shop here, my goal for you as a customer, is that you would receive professional and honest service with a down-home feel. (Reasonable Fees and Aggressive Advertising) Beginner Flutes Intermediate Flutes Semi-Professional FlutesĪccepting High-End Flutes and Piccolos on Consignment
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