Yamaha YFL-874 Professional Handmade Flute | Sterling Silver EC Headjoint | Split E | B Foot | Open Hole

For sale is a Yamaha YFL-874 professional handmade flute crafted in Japan, featuring a full sterling silver (.925) build and Yamaha’s respected EC-cut headjoint.

This is a high-level professional instrument known for its rich tonal character, excellent projection, and precise Yamaha keywork. It is well suited for advancing players or professionals seeking a reliable sterling silver flute.

Specifications

• Yamaha YFL-874 Professional Handmade Series (Japan)
• Sterling Silver (.925) EC Headjoint
• Sterling Silver (.925) body
• Sterling Silver (.925) footjoint
• Open Hole (French model)
• Offset G
• Split E mechanism
• B Footjoint
• Pointed key arms (professional build)
• Original Yamaha hard case included
• Original Yamaha case cover included
• Cleaning rod included

Condition Overview

This flute was professionally repadded and adjusted approximately 7 years ago and has been stored since in a humidity-controlled environment. It has not been regularly played during that time.

Mechanically, the instrument appears to be in good working condition with clean key action and well-maintained silver surfaces. However, due to its storage history, a professional COA or light adjustment is recommended before performance use, which is typical for fine woodwinds that have been idle for extended periods.

Cosmetic Condition (Honest Disclosure)

Cosmetically, the flute is in good condition with normal signs of careful ownership:

• Light surface wear and fine marks consistent with sterling silver instruments
• Small cosmetic scratch on the footjoint near the lower section
• Light finish variation/tonal discoloration where a manufactuer sticker was previously applied (purely cosmetic, related to surface oxidation differences in silver)
• Small cosmetic scratch at the headjoint tenon where it inserts into the barrel
• Faint oxidation marks along some key solder joints consistent with natural aging of sterling silver and normal long-term storage

None of these affect playability, sealing, or structural integrity.

Market Context

Comparable Yamaha sterling silver professional flutes of this level are typically sold through specialty dealers in the $5,500–$7,000 range when fully serviced and certified.

This instrument is being offered as a private sale and priced accordingly to reflect:

• Honest cosmetic wear
• Storage history
• Lack of recent professional COA

Included

• Yamaha YFL-874 flute
• Original Yamaha hard case
• Original Yamaha outer case cover
• Cleaning rod

Notes

Please review all photos carefully as they are part of the description. Additional close-up photos of any area are available upon request.