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. Buy Artley Flute 17-0 at Discount Price You can buy Artley Flute 17-0 today at the best price and its limited time offer. Then a couple of years back I was given an old Artley super cheap entry-level flute, an 18-0. I went from Haynes to Powell and another handmade flute, with a few other good ones in between. If your Artley Wilkins flute were restored to a good playing condition, I think it is probably worth a lot more than 300 euros. I started years ago on student flutes, and always wanted to step up to a Haynes. It actually was designed to be a direct competitor for Haynes, so it is NOT your typical student-level Artley.
The quality was very good and was often considered to be on par with Haynes and Powell flutes of the same era. 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.
Artley flute 17 0 upgrade#
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. Flute Artley 18-0 Vintage Silver Plated W/Orig Case USA S/N 592433.
Artley flute 17 0 professional#
But, with modern advances in flute-making, many student model flutes play better than the professional high end flutes made 40 years ago. 40.00 + 21.20 shipping + 21.20 shipping + 21.20 shipping. Brand: Artley Model: 17-0 Type: Flute Case Included: Yes Accessories Included: None Case Dimensions: 16.5'W x 5.5'H x 2.5'D Cosmetic Condition: Good with scratches and wear Country Of. At the time it was better than student level. Get a great deal with this online auction for a flute presented by Property Room on behalf of a law enforcement or public agency client.
Artley flute 17 0 serial number#
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. Note: From 1983 to present, add 50 to the serial number prefix to calculate the year of manufacture. you have to understand that solid silver does not necessarily mean quality.