Overton V's Chieftain V's Kerry Pro Low D

WhistlingGypsy · Post by **WhistlingGypsy** » Fri Jul 06, 2001 9:42 am

I am looking at purchasing a new Low D - I already have a Susato which is 'OK' - and am trying to decide between an Overton, Kerry Pro or a Chieftain.

As I have been able to master the Susato without much problem, I don't think any of these whistles will prove difficult to play, but I would like to know which one is the better whistle....they are all close to the same price $170-$185 at the Whistle Shop.

I am leaning towards the Overton, but would like some other opinions.

Thanks,
Gerry

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Post by **rich** » Fri Jul 06, 2001 12:56 pm

Dale's explanation of the <a href="http://www.chiffandfipple.com/whatamess.html">Overton, Chieftain, and Kerry lines's histories</a> might be a starting point. I'd personally lean towards the Overton, myself.
<ul>-Rich</ul>

Chuck_Clark · Post by **Chuck_Clark** » Fri Jul 06, 2001 9:32 pm

I don't have a Kerry Pro, but I do have both Overtons and Chieftains. I personally LIKE the Overtons better, but not for musical reasons. I think the cutaway Overton mouthpiece is more comfortable and has a more refined look, and the Overton finish is nicer.

Musically, and with all possible respect to Colin, I can't really tell much difference. Of course, my skill level is much less than many here, so neither is being pushed in any way when I play, but in this case their shared roots show.

Just my opinion, though.

John Palmer · Post by **John Palmer** » Sat Jul 07, 2001 9:19 pm

Call Colin and have him make you one of his. They are the best.
JP

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Tue Jul 10, 2001 5:15 am

I recomend you Overton.
Colin can make a personaliced whistle for you, with the sound and propieties that you need.

Is better so that you buy the whistle directly from Colin, and tell him about your preferences of sound, presure, hole spacing....

Manuel

Redding · Post by **Redding** » Wed Jul 11, 2001 11:08 am

One consideration: the mouthpiece on the Chieftain is shorter than the Overton, and therefore more similar to the squat Susato mouthpieces.

--Judith Redding

WhistlingGypsy · Post by **WhistlingGypsy** » Thu Jul 12, 2001 6:35 am

Thanks to evereyone for the info - both on the site and email.

Special thanks to Phil Hardy who has kindly offered to send me a Kerry Pro Low D to test drive......it's on its way as I write!!!! Can't wait...........

Gerry