WHISTLES 101 CLASS IS IN SESSION…
What is the opposite of finding a whistle that is very high quality, vintage and sought after ??
That would be a whistle that is low quality, newer and not cared about.
You could say that about this whistle—
cost was about ten dollars TOTAL. What is going on here ???? Looks pretty cheap doesn't it ?? In fact rather common. — compare it to another even MORE common whistle that is for sale for 14 dollars
pretty similar really…but the closer you look the more cast marks you see on the cheapy 🙂
whats the point you ask ?? That slumming can be just as interesting as finding the 'best stuff' . This simple, newer, cheap whistle looks to be made in 5 CAST parts, reminding us of Black and Co. 5 piece whistles from the 1890s, only more interesting since there would seem to be no reason for all the labor now. Of course Black and company used better parts in their 5 piece escargots.They were more shapely. But this does have some endearing qualities —- like nickle plated brass. Really a great little whistle after all. It is called the Regent.
Granted it isn't a show stopper. Probably fades into the shadows next to a really great Dixon or Stevens. Yet collecting has got to more than having the best. It's all about balance too….looking for vistas to explore. finding the unusual, even if it is newer. Starting to sound like a lecturer, blah, blah, blah…sorry.
class dismissed……..well for today…..
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This sure brought back memories!!! I had a regent whistle exactly like this as a child that I believe was purchased at Jamesway (early 90's). Had it for a few years. It definitely was constructed differently than many other metal whistles I've seen, and the fact you say it was cast metal confirms it. The only problem with that is I once accidentally dropped it and one of the sides broke off, letting the pea escape. (you can even see the seam there where it could happen). But wish I could get my hands on another of this particular model for old times sake!!! 🙂