5-String Banjos
1930’s Gibson Recording King Conversion OPF
This started off life as a walnut archtop tenor. Now fitted with a brand-new Richie Dotson 5-string walnut neck, with flying eagle inlays and Gotoh tuners. Richie also fitted an archtop to flattop conversion tone ring, so the rim remains original and untouched. The resonator has some age-related marks and scratches but remains remains unrestored. Original OPF, original hooks and nuts, original armrest. New Prucha tailpiece. The original tenor neck (with tuners) and tone ring are included in the sale. New Superior case. 5000 USD. Photos
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Richie said of this banjo:-
“These one piece flange banjos have the exact same construction as a pre-war Mastertone Gibson Banjo. They were made by Gibson from the same materials and construction methodology right in Kalamazoo, Michigan in the 1930s. This one is an exceptional powerhouse!”
Please click on the link to hear Richie playing this amazing instrument.
https://youtu.be/s8J18LGzgII?si=Odl6lBW4vR2FE1fj
J.E.Dallas Neck
Here we have a lovely J.E.Dallas 5 String banjo neck. Marked on the perchpole "J.E.Dallas Maker 415 Strand. W.C. Serial number 3163. Mahogany, pearl inlays, carved heel, original tuner holes have been untouched. There are a couple of issues that will need addressing:- 1. Missing inlay at the first fret. (see photo). 2. Some delamination to the peghead (see photo). I suspect some glue and a clamp would fix this. The neck seems nice and straight but I've not seen it under tension. No mounting hardware. What you see is what you get. Selling as-is for spares or repair. No returns. Offers invited.
Windsor Paramount Supremus
On Consignment
Parallel neck with a tunnelled 5th which allows it to also be used as a plectrum banjo. ‘Paramount Supremus’ is marked on the peg head. All original including shaped case. For its age this banjo is in excellent condition. It has been re-fretted and has been fitted with nylon strings. Steel strings can be used. It has the original resonator and tailpiece. It is an 11 inch arch top rim with 28 tension hooks. As expected this banjo has been extremely well made and is a quality instrument.
It can be played in different styles, Classic, Bluegrass, Frailing, Folk and Jazz. OHSC. £750 Photos
David Griffiths
Walton-on Thames, Surrey.