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1940’s

Antique Banjos

Hybrid 5 string banjo

April 25, 2011

This hybrid 5 string banjo is a fun combination of the old and the new, and it is suited to the entry level bluegrass picker. The new Saga neck is mahogany, and the sturdy bird’s eye maple pot and resonator are from a circa 1940’s (Kay?) tenor banjo. The tuners are old-fashioned non geared pegs, and the tailpiece is a vintage Grover, the hefty flange is one piece, and the flathead pot measures 11 inches across. The 5th string has RR spikes at the 5, 7, and 10th frets. The peghead has a MOP inlay  of “BRC” for my namesake Banjo Rehabilitation Center workshop. The banjo weighs 7 lb…., and it had loud mid range tone with much sustain. It can hold its own in any jam session.  SOLD

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