{"product_id":"preowned-mcdougall-solid-silver-headjoint","title":"Pre-owned McDougall Solid Silver Headjoint","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease be aware that our normal warranty\/guarantee cover does not apply to this instrument as it has been pre-owned by a client and sold by us on their behalf.  Whilst we do all we can to ensure that they are working to the best of their ability, such goods are purchased as seen. However if the item is purchased online, the procedure is covered by our distant selling rules which can be found on the delivery\/returns page.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Ewen McDougall solid silver flute headjoint is the perfect option for the advancing student or professional to upgrade their flute and customize their sound for an affordable price.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEwen McDougall (1934–1999) was a highly respected British flute maker and craftsman, recognized for his exquisite handmade flute and piccolo headjoints. His career began in 1950 when he trained with Rudall Carte, one of the UK's most historic woodwind manufacturers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1961, McDougall joined the Flutemakers Guild in London, a prestigious cooperative of master craftsmen dedicated to preserving traditional, high-end British flute-making techniques. He later established his own independent workshop, earning a stellar reputation among professional and amateur players alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMcDougall specialized in carving custom headjoints from sterling silver and premium woods, celebrated for their rich, warm tonal qualities and precise response. Following his passing in 1999, his headjoints have become highly sought-after items on the pre-owned vintage market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWear \u0026amp; Tear Observations:\u003c\/strong\u003e This headjoint is in a good condition with no major dents or repairs, just a couple tiny dinks.  There are also some insertion marks, none of these things affect the playability of the headjoint, they are purely cosmetic.  The headjoint cork is in a good position.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note this headjoint may need fitting to your flute by a technician.  Currently fitted to a Yamaha size.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"McDougall","offers":[{"title":"Pre-owned McDougall Solid Silver Headjoint","offer_id":58793382543734,"sku":"658966","price":595.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/2818\/2747\/files\/658966_1.webp?v=1790088791","url":"https:\/\/johnpacker.co.uk\/products\/preowned-mcdougall-solid-silver-headjoint","provider":"John Packer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}