Boosey & Hawkes, Emperor Cooper Pattern - $300

FOR SALE: Boosey & Hawkes Emperor Flute – Cooper Pattern – $300 A rare vintage British-made flute from one of the world's most prestigious instrument makers. The Boosey & Hawkes Emperor with Cooper Pattern headjoint is a step above student instruments — built for serious players and highly sought after by collectors and intermediate-to-advanced musicians alike. Features: Boosey & Hawkes Emperor model — made in London, England "Cooper Pattern" headjoint, based on the Albert Cooper scale (the tuning standard used in most modern professional flutes) Full nickel-silver construction with classic engraved finish Three-piece design: headjoint, body, and footjoint Comes with original hard shell case in matching condition Condition: Vintage instrument in used condition — shows age-appropriate patina and wear consistent with a well-kept flute All three sections present and intact May benefit from a professional pad and cork service before regular play (standard for any vintage flute of this age) Original hard case included Why it's a good deal: Comparable Boosey & Hawkes Emperor flutes with Cooper Pattern headjoints are actively selling on Reverb for USD $249–$259 (roughly $340–$355 CAD) and on eBay for USD $188–$299 — before shipping. At $300 CAD local pickup, this is priced to sell and skips the cross-border shipping headache entirely.