This is a GORGEOUS William S. Haynes handmade flute. The Haynes company has made some of the best flutes ever produced, and really set the standard for what a fine symphony flute should be about. There are two models produced by Haynes-the commercial model, which is a very fine flute, and the handmade model which is a phenomenal instruments. This is a fines example of the handmade model. Each tonehole (see pic) is individually hand-soldered, allowing intonation to be individually corrected and adjusted for each note. The head, body, foot, and keys are all solid silver, of course, and every facet of this instrument is individually hand-adjusted. Functionally, this flute is in terrific shape. Pads and action have just been overhauled by Brad Wherry, the best woodwind tech on the West coast, and the flute is gig ready. Pics tell the rest of the story. Please feel free to email with additional questions. Bid early, bid often!!!