- Made in 1924
- Commercial model
- Sterling silver
- Drawn toneholes
- Closed hole
- Offset G
- C-foot
- Perforated embouchure
- Sounding length: 600 mm
While the name on the flute says Haynes, this flute plays like a Powell. That’s because Verne Powell built the headjoint just a few years before starting his own company in 1927. It has the directness, projection, and flexibility that you would expect from an early Powell flute, yet because of its commercial-style body, it is very easy to play. It’s not at all fussy the way vintage Powell flutes can be when you’re out of shape. It will still sing for you even if you don’t have time to practice a few hours every day.
This flute also has an interesting history as it has been in the current owner’s family since the beginning. The owner’s grandfather first purchased the flute, and he and his grandfather would often play flute and clarinet duets together. When his grandfather passed away, the flute was passed on to his daughter, who later passed it on to her son, the current owner.
Pitch-wise, the scale is designed for use at A=440 pulled out just 1/16 inch, as per the Haynes catalogs of the period.
So, if you’re interested in having a sound that is reminiscent of an early vintage Powell but at a much affordable price, give this flute a try. You’ll be pleasantly surprised how much it sounds more like a Powell flute despite its Haynes name brand. Overall, this is one of the best examples of a Haynes commercial flute we’ve encountered.
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