Flute.

Technical description: boxwood; 4 sections; heavy brass (replacement) key with L-shaped keytouch; 4 horn ferrules; wooden cap; large, irregular oval embouchure-hole; foot is a later replacement in laburnum wood.; Nominal pitch: C.; Type or system: 1 key.; Keyhead type: saltspoon.; Keymount type: rod/pillar, with leaf spring. Usable pitch: A₄ c|444|Hz.; Performance characteristics: range D₄|-|A₆; plays with a strong, clear sound except lowest notes, and with surprisingly consistent intonation.