I’ve run across a new friend with an open back and a Bluegrass model, complete with a resonator and Scruggs/Keith tuners. Looking for more info (production dates, history, value, etc.).
I know this is the place for such knowledge. :)
frailin
I think Bob Smakula would know just about all there is to know about them, wouldn’t he?
No doubt! I’m interested in what players and collectors - those in the field with hands-on experience - have learned.
Bob Smakula is the man.
Wonderful banjos and I am lucky enough to have several.
Here is their website before they closed:
I apologize for not knowing how to post pics in here anymore. If you RIGHT click the link and open it in a new window, you can see each pic (one at a time).
https://www.banjohangout.org/photo/311769
https://www.banjohangout.org/photo/311770
https://www.banjohangout.org/photo/311772
https://www.banjohangout.org/photo/311777
And here are 4 pics of the Goose Acres open back banjo.
https://www.banjohangout.org/photo/311773
https://www.banjohangout.org/photo/311775
https://www.banjohangout.org/photo/311774
Edited by - frailin on 03/28/2025 16:52:06
Interesting:
Is there a serial number plate on either?
The openback rim doesn’t look like a Goose to me, but it hard to tell from the photos.
I don’t know what to make of the bluegrass banjo.
Both necks look good to me.
I used to go to Friday night jams at Goose acres back in 1980. I also had them put 5th string pegs done by them.
Love that bluegrass one. I owned a resonator model that was much more plain.
Approximately 350 banjos were made in total, including conversion necks. Bob has the serial number records.
IF I am not mistaken, the fellow who had or ran goose acres music was/is actually Bob Smakula's father.... so of course Bob may be able to give much information about goose acres instruments.
I love my Goose Acres T12M (open-back, 12-inch hoop), made in 1994. I picked it up on eBay a few years ago and it turned out to be a very lucky purchase!
I’ve got a converted Vega with a goose acres neck , love it!
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