Penny whistles 180 pounds! Wow! Fipple flutes! Recorders. Ever try an Ocarina? How about a tinpenny whistle and a framing hammer? Bang!

Honestly, I have seldom encountered whistles in the music stores I frequent here on the West Coast, USA. I will either have to open my eyes more or start investigating this instrument. The things you learn on the 'Cat! Thanks all for the discussion!