Posted By: staceyz (+8) | Rate Member
$850 USD
Here is a RARE circa 1920, Washburn "Improved" Banjo. In 1913, Lyon & Healy introduced a new line of "Improved" banjos with a tone ring raised on metal spikes above the rim. This raised tone ring design was obviously intended to compete with Vega-Fairbanks "Electric" models and others including the Orpheum line made by Rettburg & Lange. Interestingly, the necks on these Washburn instruments were probably made by Rettburg & Lange.
This one is all original, included the tuners, and Elite tailpiece. All matching hooks/nuts/shoes. This plays and SOUNDS amazing! Great TONE. Nice low action up the neck. Very well built banjo. The serial # is 8049, which would be around 1920. You don't see these come up for sale very often, so here is your chance!!!
Location:
Canada, BC
Shipping:
$100 to US & Canada
Payment Methods:
Check/Money Order, Cash (in person), Paypal
Return Policy:
Returns accepted. Buyer must contact seller within 2 days to arrange return. Refund will be given as Money Back. Buyer pays return shipping.
Condition of Item(s):
Used - Good Condition
Category:
Make:
Washburn
Ad Status:
Sold
Listing No:
97253
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