1950s W.R. Armstrong Elkhart, IN Silver Plate Closed Hole Flute Ser#58635 w/Case

Description

This is for a Vintage 1949-1965
W.R. Armstrong made in Elkhart, IN.  I believe this is a Silver Plate Closed Hole Flute with Ser# 58635.  Comes with cleaning rod and what appears to be the original case.  I believe this serial number is from the 1950s but it could be and early 1960's.   It appears to be silver plate over a
Nickle
/Silver base (it rings when tested).  I'm not sure of the model number but there is also the number 35 stamped on it.
This is in excellent used/preowned condition and sold as is.
There are two sets of photos.  I showed you what it looked like before I lightly cleaned it with a silver jewelry cloth.   This still needs to be cleaned by a professional and checked out.  There is a small dent as shown in one of the pictures.  I have to presume this is in working condition but I make no guarantees as to how this flute will function or sound.
If you would like more pictures just message me.
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lease note, as a general rule of thumb, you need to be aware that with
most used/pre-owned and vintage/antique items in general, there might be some dirt, scratches, and/or other forms of wear here and there. Some items may need cleaning or repair as they are not always in perfect minty fresh condition. Again, please look at all pictures before making a purchase or contact me first and ask questions.
You will receive the same exact item that is pictured and described.
All of my items, unless stated otherwise are vintage/preowned items and are sold as is.
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