Vintage Alvarez Banjo Crack That Must

With a body made from a gourd, the banjo was first reported in 1620 by the captain of a ship on the Gambia River.

Structurally, the banjo is very similar to a drum, with an animal skin stretched over a rim.

Africans and African-American slaves could obtain the necessary materials and construct.

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CALL TODAY 404-372-5482.849FREE USA SHIPPING1970s Alvarez 5 string Banjo MADE IN JAPAN with Original Case and TagThis is a gorgeous and all original Japanese made Alvarez from the 1970s th.

This is a Japanese made Alvarez 5 string Banjo, with a hard shell case.

I believe its a model 4285 Bluegrass Special, which has a mahogany neck with a diamond snowflake inlaid fingerboard.

There is also inlay work on the headstock including the Alvarez logo.

I can meet you with a mask and precautions.Prefer cash but will consider trade.

Its in excellent condition and has just undergone a complete set up and a new set of strings.It has seen very little play wear considering its age.

And guaranteed to be as described and as photographed(and will be well packed for shipment) and will of course combine items if possible to save on shipping costs.

This Tu-ba-Phone design tone ring provides a volume and tone still admired and highly sought after by many of todays banjo players.

And specifically, the Tu-Ba-Phone Style M is well-known for its loud warm tone and excellent clarity.

Perfect for Celtic music, Vega Style M banjos have often been seen converted to 5-string instruments as well.

But this unconverted 4-string tenor has not been converted and is in amazing condition for an instrument approaching 90 years of age This is incredible playing vintage instrument that is ready to keep picking until it reaches way beyond the age of 100 Do not miss out on it Cosmetic and Functional Description Body: the head.

Which is not original, shows some minor signs of wear and discoloration in a few areas, plus some of the tension rod lugs appear to be non-original as well, but blend in well as they show the same kinda wear as the originals do-the bridge is not original and looks virtually flawless; the chrome surfaces show some noticeable scuff marks, scratches, and areas of pitting and normal wear in the plating-a few very tiny dings can be found in a few spots too; the back cover has some dents and is slightly bent in a couple of places; the wood surfaces show some obvious wear in the lacquer as well as some small chips in the wood, plus some scuff marks and scratches can be easily seen as well Neck.

Fretboard, and Headstock: the fretboard has a couple of very light scratches on it and there is a ding along the bass side binding between the 10th and 11th frets that should not affect playability; the neck looks almost flawless with only a couple of very subtle blemishes on the neck heel; the headstock has an obvious chip in the wood right next to the nut.

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Unknown brand or maker.Marked made in japan on the back of headstock.Neat instrument.The banjo is clean and all chrome is shiney.I believe it missing a ring to hold a strap See picture7.Banjo head is in nice shape and supports to bridge well.This can be strung with different strings I used Acoustic Strings that produced and flatter sound great for plucking be also can ring out of you wish.23 inch scale.The A tuner arm is bent but functions as it should.See pictures for condition.I always suggest a set-up and this could use one Be sure and see my other listings.

Vintage Alvarez Banjo Crack That Must

Has its share of nicks, bruises and general wear consistent with age and also an approximately 6 long crack that must have been repaired since it does not appear to move.

Also has a small screw hole from a strap button that was removed.

Resonator is bound and finished.could be redesigned for center mount on a dowel stick banjo or mounted with the attached hardware.

The photos should tell the story but feel free to contact me if you have any questions about this item.

Please check my listing for reduced prices on this and other similar items If youre interested in this offering.

I invite you to bid with full confidence that the item is guaranteed to be exactly as described and shown.probably even better If not, thanks for looking and I hope you enjoyed your visit.

Including 14.95. postage(US) Overseas please inquire prior to bidding since overseas postal rates are ridiculous.

As pictured. We are not sure who the maker was, so anyone with more information, please email.

Comes with a vintage case, that works fine, but is missing the handle.

Over all length of banjo is 30.5 The head is in excellent condition.

Has a few stains.

Tuners work great.

I am sure they are the original.

Will include them Check out the beautiful art work on this banjo.

You will be very happy with this gem This is one of a kind It was in my Dads music store that he closed 12 years.

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And very tight) Maker unknown, no markings anywhere, is well made factory manufactured, not home-made.

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