SOLD – This set came to me as an Alex Glen, but has since been identified as John Center in Edinburgh, likely made in the 10 years around 1880. It is made of ebony, with ivory mounts.

The set was in excellent condition, requiring only a cleaning on the lathe, and invisible whipping a crack in the blowpipe stock.  The blowpipe is a replica with a holly mount.  The chanter shown in the photo does not match the pipes, though it came with them. It is an old Henderson chanter.

The pipes played with a rich, mellow steadiness. They are not a robust pipe, but a sweet one with lots of character.

You can hear Matt MacIsaac playing these pipes in studio conditions by clicking here.