It is said that the flutes of Louis Leon Lebret can equal those of Louis Lot. This could be true, since Lebret worked for about ten years as a journeyman in the Louis Lot workshop and certainly learned all the tricks of construction, which, as you know, was very complex given that the tube was made from a very thin sheet bent and welded, the chimneys were welded, and the keys were finished by hand. But in those days everyone worked like this and the art had to be learned. Today, Lebret's flutes, almost all made of nickel silver, are considered good instruments but they lack the charm of the instruments from the Lot workshop. However, the definitive answer depends largely on the flautist's taste and his ability to adapt to the instrument, rather than playing it trying to reproduce a familiar idea of ​​sound. Lebret flutes remain excellent instruments, perhaps more robust than the Lot ones, and have their place in the history of the French flute. But what would have happened if Rampal had chosen a Lebret instead of a Lot? Anyway in a collection one Lebret must be there. The flute for sale is well preserved, not worn and just needs a revision. Feel free to ask for more pictures and info,