William S. Haynes Model AG 16 ST OCEB Handmade Custom Silver Flute SN 54605

William S. Haynes Handmade Custom Silver Flute Overview

The W.S. Haynes Handmade Custom Silver Flute is a professional, handmade Boehm-system concert flute built with a sterling silver body and soldered toneholes, paired with a Haynes Custom Silver headjoint featuring an N cut. This instrument is configured with offset G, a C# trill key, split E mechanism, and a B footjoint for extended range and modern orchestral and solo demands.

W.S. Haynes Handmade Custom Silver Flute Specifications

• System: Boehm concert flute
• Body material: Coin silver
• Toneholes: Soldered toneholes
• Tubing wall thickness: .016
• Key configuration: Offset G, split E mechanism, C# trill key
• Footjoint: B foot
• Headjoint: Haynes Custom Silver headjoint, N cut
• Finish: Silver
• Case: Original Haynes Carbon Fiber Case and Case Cover
• Accessories: Cleaning Rod, Polish Cloth

Condition & Setup

Condition: New. This flute has been professionally inspected, set up, and play-tested by our woodwind service team to confirm key regulation, pad seal, and response.

Who the Handmade Custom Silver Flute Is For

The W.S. Haynes Handmade Custom Silver Flute is a professional-level, handmade concert flute designed for advanced students, conservatory players, and working flutists who need a full-featured modern setup. The sterling silver construction with soldered toneholes and .016 tubing is intended to deliver a clear, centered response and consistent feel across registers, while the Haynes N cut headjoint supports articulation clarity and flexible tone shaping.

Players who prioritize facility and reliability in technical repertoire will appreciate the offset G ergonomics, the C# trill key for cleaner C# trills and alternates, and the split E mechanism for improved high E response and stability. The B footjoint extends the range to low B and supports standard professional repertoire and orchestral excerpt requirements.

Common Questions About The W.S. Haynes Handmade Custom Silver

Is this W.S. Haynes flute suitable for professional use?

Yes. This is a handmade W.S. Haynes Custom flute with soldered toneholes, a professional key set including C# trill and split E, and a B footjoint—features commonly specified by orchestral, solo, and commercial professionals.

What does split E do on a flute?

Split E is a key mechanism that helps stabilize and clarify the response of high E (third octave), making that note speak more reliably and with less effort in fast passages and soft entrances.

What is the benefit of a B footjoint?

A B footjoint extends the flute’s range down to low B and provides alternate fingerings and resonance options that are useful in standard repertoire, orchestral excerpts, and contemporary writing.

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