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Posted by BanjoBelle on Monday, June 11, 2012
And it turns out I could've been playing her a week ago-the new tailpiece just wouldn't fit (clamshell) the original nut is fine- somewhat of a pain to string and I placed a small piece of leather under the tailpiece as it wanted to dig into the wooden head. In time I'm going to take her to a pro luthier to see about getting an improved tailpiece installed. Once I got the strings stretched,it has a delightful plucky warm yet banjo twang tone. Using fingerpicks would improve the twangy-ness I'm sure. Would also like to install a strap button or two. No history on it-the guy my Dad got it from says he got it at an estate sale. Still getting the friction tuners to be just right--easy to turn but hold the string in tune. Very pleased with this unusual little gem. More pics in my album!
Por Pi Says:
Wednesday, July 18, 2012 @6:40:58 PM
Wow! That's a beauty indeed! I bet it smells good, too. I can't wait to hear it.
Makes me rethink the Deering. I figure it's like getting a good dog: you brush up against something when you least expect it and it just sounds Right. Or else it's like a cat; a good one has to come to you when the time's right. Otherwise, the first one that catches your eye may turn out to be a waste of money. For a wannabe banjo gal, that's a consideration.
Where was the estate?
BanjoBelle Says:
Wednesday, July 18, 2012 @9:25:32 PM
Back east somewhere. :-)
Por Pi Says:
Thursday, July 19, 2012 @12:40:42 PM
Could it be Black banjo origin? How old is it? What kind of wood? Cherry? African origin? Sorry, I'm new here, delightfully finding this hangout after Googling Off to California. I'll return when I have more time and read your blog. Again, it's quite beautiful. Lucky you. Wish I could find one like that. Hey, a picky Girl can still dream, can't she? Good for you for restoring it. She'll repay you for sure in the long run.
BanjoBelle Says:
Saturday, July 21, 2012 @8:28:16 AM
Oh I have no idea as to the history of it-the wood reminds me of mahogany but I'm not certain of it-and I'd guess it to be made in the 1950's. No wood smell tho but a wonderful feel to it.
Por Pi Says:
Saturday, July 21, 2012 @2:15:27 PM
That was my first guess, mahogany. Does the grain look open and porous? It could be cherry or an African hardwood. Thanks!
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