Antique Musical Instruments/frank holton flute

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Expert: - 7/31/2006


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i reciently purchased and flute made by frank holton and co. but the guy didnt know the year it was made, i was wondering if u could tell me when it was made and if it has any sort of value if in good condition. the model num is BN8328. ty  

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The actual Holton company was purchased by Leblanc in 1964.  Holton used a pure numerical serial number system - no letters.  And Leblanc continued that until at least 1980.  I don't have any lists that show a serial with a BN prefix, so I presume it is newer than 1980.  

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