New Blackwood Olwell on ebay

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New Blackwood Olwell on ebay

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Hello everyone,
There is a new 6 key Olwell Pratten on ebay at the moment. Here's the link.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Patrick-Olwell- ... 19ee914c71
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Starting bid:US $4,650.00

*Sigh*

I'm sure it's worth every penny.
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A very nice looking flute. :thumbsup:
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£2.8k start price for a 6-keyer even allowing for extras???!!! And I'm not sure how I'd feel about this tactic if I was on his waiting list........

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jemtheflute wrote:£2.8k start price for a 6-keyer even allowing for extras???!!! And I'm not sure how I'd feel about this tactic if I was on his waiting list........

Just saying......
I was thinking the same thing--and I am on the waiting list, though I'm still probably 8 years out.
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Really? You guys are going to begrudge Patrick the opportunity to exercise a little artistic freedom by making one freakin' flute every two years exactly the way he wants? You think he shouldn't put these unique flutes on eBay and let the market decide what the worth is?

How is any of this unfair to the people on the Olwells' waiting list? They don't state they won't work on any special projects, won't do repair and restoration work while you're on the list.
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Loren wrote:Really? You guys are going to begrudge Patrick the opportunity to exercise a little artistic freedom by making one freakin' flute every two years exactly the way he wants? You think he shouldn't put these unique flutes on eBay and let the market decide what the worth is?

How is any of this unfair to the people on the Olwells' waiting list? They don't state they won't work on any special projects, won't do repair and restoration work while you're on the list.
You know what, Loren...you're absolutely right. I ain't begrudgin' Master Olwell nothin'. Just mentionin' I had the thought.
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I'm with Loren on this one.
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We had this discussion last time the Olwells put up a flute on E-bay. I'd say it's perfectly alright for the Olwells to do as they please. They make a one-off flute with special features and the cash goes towards the new workshop. The flute is up for auction for anyone with the necessary cash, including folks on the waiting list who haven't ordered a flute with specific details and want a 6-key now.
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I'm with Loren as well; and I've seen this flute in person. The pictures don't do it justice. Best wishes to the Olwells and the lucky winner.
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Patrick is always trying out new stuff. A structural tweak here, new rings or keys there. Occasionally he comes out with something that's amazing even for him. These auctions merely allow him to recoup some of his investment. I'm on his waiting list, and I'm glad he does this now and then.
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I guess Ol is Well then..
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The text says the wood is African Blackwood, however the pictures show streaks in the usually solid black wood. If the streaks hold up through polishing it will be quite a beautiful instrument. If you saw the flute in person, is that how it is?
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