Armstrongs are one of the best build student instruments you can buy. I think they are easier to play and more durable than Yamahas or Jupiters. You can find Armstrong 104s on Ebay from $100 used, and as low as $200USD new.

Are Armstrong flutes made of silver?

The Sterling silver body gives the flute a warmer, darker sound than traditional silver plating. Built in Elkhart, Indiana, the Armstrong 800B flute is designed to last and will enhance the playing experience for flutists of all levels.

How can I tell what model my Armstrong flute is?

The “prefix” serial numbers you mentioned on Armstrong flutes are 2 digits, a dash, plus 5 more digits. For example: Serial# 24-58637 = 24 + 50 = 1974. In your case, the serial number is 7 digits with no prefix. Yours is a later model for which Conn-Selmer, the parent of Armstrong, has not published serial numbers.

Where is the serial number on an Armstrong flute?

The serial number is 13045. Engraved just below where the head joint attaches, it says W. T. ARMSTRONG/ELKHART-IND/104/30/13045.

What is an Armstrong flute worth?

Armstrong 303 Flute

Are Armstrong flutes still made?

While most of the major brands have moved their student flute production to Asia, the Armstrong 104 flute is still built in the USA at the Conn-Selmer Woodwind Excellence facility in Elkhart, Indiana.

How do I read my Armstrong model number?

For Armstrong Air, you should look at the end of the model number. It will be a number divisible by 6 or 12, and represents the nominal BTU of the system in thousands. A ton of air conditioning equals 12,000 BTU so, for the model number 4SHP16LS136P, 36 divided by 12 equals 3 tons.

Where do I find the model number on my flute?

Flute serial numbers can be found on the back of the body, or middle joint. They are commonly placed near the foot joint receiver, or near the top of the body, either on the barrel or near the highest key.