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Posted By: collinspe | Rate Member
I had this banjo restored by John Calhoun of the Old Town School of Folk Music in the 1980s.
It is in excellent shape and sounds great.
Banjo Characteristics:
Open Back Banjo with a Dowel Stick securing the neck to the rim
Neck at Nut: 1-3/8"
Scale Length: 28"
Rim Size: 11-1/4"
Rim Type: Spunover Brass Rim
Head Diameter: 11"
Head Type: Mylar
Crown Height: 2-1/4"
Reinforced Fingerboard (for steel strings)
Manufacturer: Dobson *
Date of Manufacture: Unknown
*John Calhoun (musician & instrument maker/repairer at the Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago)
restored this banjo for me in the 1980s. John said that although he was not 100% certain, based on his
knowledge and experience with banjos, he felt that this banjo was a Dobson. The dowel stick that fastens
the neck to the rim has the serial number 1437 stamped into it
I'd like to find a new home for this banjo where it will be played and bring joy to both players and listeners.
This banjo comes with a like-new carrying case (hard) and three banjo music books:
Tenor Banjo Method (Mel Bay)
Encyclopedia of Banjo Chords (Mel Bay)
Classical Banjo (Al Jeffrey)
If you go to the More Info URL you can hear a couple of sound clips of this banjo being played!
Location:
United States, Skokie, IL, 60076
Shipping:
Estimated: $30 to $40 plus insurance if not covered
Payment Methods:
Paypal, Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Discover
Payment Option Notes:
I all accept all major Credit/Debit Cards and PayPal
Return Policy:
Returns accepted. Buyer must contact seller within 7 days to arrange return. Refund will be given as Money Back.
Buyer pays return shipping.
Additional return policy details: Must be returned in same condition as shipped.
Condition of Item(s):
Used - Excellent Condition
More Info URL:
Category:
Make:
Dobson, H. C.
Ad Status:
Active
Listing No:
66125
Contact Info:
E-D-C
P O Box 25548
Chicago, IL 60625
Voice Mail: (847)-582-3193
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