WHITE SWALLOW OLD TIMEY (BLONDE) Wooden Tone Ring - On consignment - Sold

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- Mississippi You're On My Mind

- Wildwood Flower

With hard case. $1500.00. - Sold

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Eucalypt "Falling Leaves" Open-back - Pre-Loved - Sold

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A well constructed banjo in excellent condition with hard case. On consignment $1900.00. - Sold

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OME Juggernaut 2008 - Pre-loved - Sold

As new condition. Maple neck and resonator, maple rim. Ome Megatone tone ring, ebony fingerboard with real mother of pearl inlays. Nickel-plated hardware. One-piece flange with classic Ome motifs. Presently fitted with Moon bridge.

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With hard case. $4950.00. - Sold

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Huber Lancaster 2008 - Pre-Loved - Sold

As new condition. Mahogany neck and resonator with nickel hardware. Huber Vintage Flathead tonering. 3-ply rock maple rim. Spikes at 7th, 9th and 10th frets.

An opinion held by many pro players is that Steve Huber builds very true to the materials and methods used in the classic flathead banjos of the 1930’s.

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With hard case. $4700.00.

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KEL KROYDON "STYLE 11" 5-STRING RESONATOR BANJO & CASE 2007 - Pre-Loved - Sold

Made by The American Made Banjo Company.
Top quality replica of the much sought-after "blue, red and black on yellow pearloid" Gibson RB11 banjo.... Click here for more photos and details

Listen to a soundbyte of this banjo:

Salty Dog

Includes quality TKL case, plush green interior. (US dealers List Price, New, $3499US) On Consignment, $3600

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MORGAN MONROE CAMERON & CASE - New - Sold

This quietly spoken, well-made open back with very easy action has delightful, natural walnut finish on neck and rim.  Standard 11" diameter rim (parts readily available when you need to replace the head!), classic Whyte Laydie tone ring, dual co-ordinator rods, rosewood fingerboard with slotted diamond pearl inlay, No-Knots tailpiece, planetary pegs & geared 5th peg, bound neck, chrome plated & engraved hardware. 

Includes Morgan Monroe signature hardshell case. $1690 (including complimentary ProPack (RRP $150) Last year these were $1800 - take advantage of the current exchange rates while they last! - Sold

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MORGAN MONROE CASCADE & CASE - NEW - Sold

One of the new-wave, one-piece flange classic flathead banjos. Features include eagle-claw tailpiece, figured maple neck, 3-ply maple rim, brass tone ring, planetary pegs & geared 5th peg ... Click here for more photos and details

Includes Morgan Monroe signature hardshell case. $1690 - Sold

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Washburn B16 - Pre-Loved 5 years old in new Hard Case. - Sold

Good condition.  A popular intermediate-level bluegrass model with retrofitted (improved) 18 hole bell brass tone ring and one-piece flange. Remo skin, chrome inlay armrest. Kerschner tailpiece. Spikes at 7th, 9th and 10th frets. Abalone inlay on headstock.  Sossebee bridge.  Very clean banjo with a ripper sound! 

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In hard case (as new) $1150. - Sold

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WHITE SWALLOW OLD TIMEY - Fingerstyle model
(Frailing Scoop - Jarrah Tone Ring, Cedar Neck) - New - Sold

Two experts have worked together to produce this delightful and unique banjo!
Wendy Holman has designed a sensuous new shape! The Fingerstyle 'Lazy S' frailing scoop retains fretmetal at the 1st and 2nd strings (where we need those high notes) but curves away at the bass allowing greater freedom for the frailing thumb.

And when she suggested to craftsman, Alan Funk, that a wooden armrest would be even more comfortable and harmonise with its good-looks, he listened. Then he brought his expertise from suggestion, to drawing board, to this instrument.

The result is unique, earthy, and endearing! ....

Includes hard case and warranty. High build quality, great looks, superb tone and there'll never be another! $1800.00. Sold

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IBANEZ ARTIST- 1970'S – PRE-LOVED with signature hard shell case

This Ibanez is a rare find as the Artist is more usually found with blonde woods.  Excellent condition. Walnut neck and double w-b-w-bound resonator with checkerboard side purfling and concentric rings of w-b-w purfling on back.... Click here for more photo and details

Very nice early import banjo, with signature hard shell case also in excellent condition $2090.00

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Gibson Earl Scruggs '49 Classic - Pre-Loved - July 2007 - Sold

As new condition! Gibson have gone retro producing a limited number of this classic Earl Scruggs Mastertone model which he played for approximately 10 years. ....Click here for more photos and details

A quick flick on the net will reveal that landed to Aus is approx $6500. This one, in signature Gibson hard case with satin protector, on consignment, $4600! - Sold

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White Swallow - Diamond Special -New - Sold

Made by Alan Funk of South Australia, this modestly priced banjo has steel bar type truss rod - the neck wood can be pared down as the neck strength depends on steel rather than the thickness of wood.  Slides are effortless and thumbing the 5th string is a piece of cake (as in melodic pieces and adding 6ths and 9ths in back-up.)...  Click here for more photos and details

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With hard case. New $2450.00.

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GOLD TONE OB250AT/G - Gold Plated ORANGE BLOSSOM ARCHTOP (recent) - Pre-Loved - Withdrawn

Maple neck and sunburst maple flamed double white-bound resonator, 5/8" rim, archtop tone ring, 1-piece flange, white-bound 22-fret ebony fingerboard with hearts and flowers inlays, dual coordinator rods....Click here for more photos and details

Includes Gold Tone signature plush-lined case. On consignment $2150

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WHITE SWALLOW OLD TIMEY (BLONDE) Wooden Tone Ring - New - Sold

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- Mississippi You're On My Mind

- Wildwood Flower

With hard case. $1800.00. - Sold

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Maton Guitar - EBG808 Custom Artist - Pre-loved. 2000 - Sold

As New Condition. AAA quality spruce soundboard. Made by our Aussie Maton factory but with custom selected, highly figured solid Blackwood back and sides and gloss-finish back and sides with satin top... Click here for more photos and details

With hard case, on consignment, $2850. - Sold

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Nechville - Northwoods Midnight Storm - New - Sold

Tom Nechville, Bloomington, MN, USA, has spent over 40 years learning what is expected in the finest bluegrass instruments.

Nechville instruments have appeared on MTV, the Olympics opening ceremonies, CMA Awards show, numerous cable and Direct TV specials and in major live Country, Rock, Jazz and Bluegrass concerts

The Northwoods Midnight Storm has natural blonde finish, Flame Maple neck, (with some burl), solid carved Maple resonator ....  Click here for more photos and details

Excellent value and includes hard shell case $2750 . Sold

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PRUCHA PROFESSIONAL. HAND CRAFTED - 2003 – PRE-LOVED With quality CNB plush-lined hard-shell case - Sold

Gold plated archtop in excellent condition. Bookmatched black walnut resonator and black walnut neck. Flat ebony fingerboard, with unique parallelogram pearl inlays. Spikes at 7th, 8th ,9th and 10th frets. Gold plated Kirchner tailpiece and 5/8 Sossibee bridge....

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With quality CNB plush-lined hard-shell case. On consignment $4290 - Sold

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Stelling Sunflower - Pre-Loved - 2000 - Sold

Excellent Condition. Tawny-coloured Curly Maple neck and resonator. Ebony fingerboard. Pearl hearts and flowers inlays.....Click here for more photos and details

Very well cared for. Brilliant sound. On Consignment $3600 - Sold

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LAURIE GRUNDY BLUEGRASS CUSTOM - FLINT RIVER - Pre-Loved - Withdrawn by owner.

From the Victorian workshop of esteemed banjo maker, Laurie Grundy.
Excellent condition. S/No. 26-2005 the Flint River has sunburst resonator and neck of highly figured Curly Myrtle (Acer Sacre). Ebony fingerboard with pearl 'flying eagles' inlays. F34 tone ring, half-chromed. Chromed hardware, Price inline tailpiece and 5/8" Scorpion bridge. Gotoh Ivoroid tuners. Spikes at 7th, 9th and 10th frets. Excellent build quality...

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In quality TKL hard case also in excellent condition. $4500.00. - Withdrawn by owner

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Black Mamba - Open-back.  2004.  Pre-Loved - Sold

Very good condition.  Custom made by Laurie Grundy of Grundy Banjos.  Whyte Ladye tone ring.  Ply rim with dual co-ordinator rods.... Click here for more photos and details

With hard case. On consignment $1299.00. - Sold

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White Swallow Southern Cross - Preloved - 2003 - Sold

Very good to excellent condition. Hand crafted by Alan Funk of South Australia. (This is the model one higher than the Diamond Special. Retail price = $2950) One-piece maple neck is very slim, front to back with geometric mother of pearl inlays. Spikes at 7th, 8th, 9th and 10th frets. Bound fingerboard and resonator.... Click here for more photos and details

Includes Tweed finish hard case in ex cond. (Case cubby contains Kayser banjo capo, cleaning cloth, set of 5-star strings, quality mute, bracket tension tool and chord book worth additional $90.) Great banjo, great value! On consignment $2290. - Sold

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Washburn B16 - recent with Schubb Capo Rail and Hard Case. Pre-Loved - Sold

Excellent condition. (Otherwise careful lady owner has put one small ding in resonator rim.) A popular intermediate-level bluegrass model with bell brass tone ring and one-piece flange. Remo skin, chrome inlay armrest....Click here for more photos and details

Includes "How to play" DVD, and 1 pack Stelling strings. Save yourself $500! Spangly-clean machine! On consignment $1090.00. Be quick! - Sold

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White Swallow Swagman - New -  iron-bark tone ring- Sold

Made by South Australia craftsman Alan Funk, these banjos have block-rims (very solid) of maple and oak, dual co-ordinator rods and stainless steel tailpiece.  Alan celebrates an Australian theme with a red gum fingerboard with pearl inlays and mother-of-pearl nut.  As a banjo-playing engineer you can count on the integrity of construction, strength and  terrific sound of his instruments.  He also makes most metal parts himself. 

Pro players comment favourably on the slim necks, robust construction (can't kill 'em with a stick!  and that goes for airlines too!) and rich sound across the tonal range.  Also, they're a lighter weight to bear - his innovative techniques avoid heavy cast tone rings.  Try 'em, and you'll be a convert! 

With hard case. $1700.00.

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White Swallow Swagman - New -  metal tone ring - Sold

Made by South Australia craftsman Alan Funk, these banjos have block-rims (very solid) of maple and oak, dual co-ordinator rods and stainless steel tailpiece.  Alan celebrates an Australian theme with a red gum fingerboard with pearl inlays and mother-of-pearl nut.  As a banjo-playing engineer you can count on the integrity of construction, strength and  terrific sound of his instruments.  He also makes most metal parts himself. 

Pro players comment favourably on the slim necks, robust construction (can't kill 'em with a stick!  and that goes for airlines too!) and rich sound across the tonal range.  Also, they're a lighter weight to bear - his innovative techniques avoid heavy cast tone rings.  Try 'em, and you'll be a convert! 

With hard case. $1700.00.

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Washburn B16 - recent. Pre-Loved - Sold

As new condition. A popular intermediate-level bluegrass model, so new it still bears the sticker "bell brass tone ring". Remo skin, chrome inlay armrest. Chromed clamshell tailpiece. Abalone inlay on headstock. These banjos retail for $1399. With Washburn signature hard case (valued at an additional $160) also in as new condition.

Includes "How to play" DVD, bracket tool and 2 packs Stelling strings. Save yourself $500! On consignment $1090.00. Be quick!

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Stelling Bellflower. As new condition - Sold

This instrument (#6264) dated Dec 2006 was crafted in the USA workshop of banjo magician Mr. Geoff Stelling. Unstained Walnut resonator and neck with white-black-white binding on neck and resonator. Highly figured wood, pearl inlays and Schaller tuners. Tony Pass "Lost Timbre" birch block-construction rim. The metal parts are deeply chrome plated. According to Mr. Stelling, six to eight weeks are spent on each of his banjo creations.

The banjo comes in an original Stelling signature TKL hardcase. On consignment $4599 - Sold

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1979 OME XX  "Double X" 5-string banjo, S/N 2171- Sold

Pre-Loved.  Excellent condition.  Made by one of the finest banjo makers in USA.  No marks on resonator, no corrosion, no wear on fingerboard or frets.  Mahogany neck and resonator, with rosewood fingerboard.  Ivoroid bindings on neck and resonator.  Brazilian Rosewood peghead overlay and heelcap.  Silverchime tone ring.  Very simple to convert to open-back.  Hardware is all original.  Original hard shell case in excellent condition.  Shubb sliding rail capo.  (Pics show clear-skin head; this banjo now fitted with Remo frosted Weatherskin head.  Also shown as open-back.)  Beautiful tone, collectable condition and pedigree.  For hard facts/specs about this OME visit: http://www.omebanjos.com/Misc/1975small.pdf

With original hard shell case in excellent condition. On consignment $2900.00. . enquiries: Sold

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IBANEZ ARTIST (1970's)Sold

Good condition.  Blonde maple neck with checkerboard binding. Blonde maple resonator with checkerboard side purfling and concentric rings of w-b-w purfling on back.   Ebony fingerboard with wreaths inlays.  1-13/32" nut width, nickel hardware, two-piece flange,  flathead tone ring, dual coordinator rods,  pearl logo and fancy headstock inlays, five geared tuners, made in Japan, nice early import banjo.

With hard shell case. On consignment $1645.00. . enquiries: Sold

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White Swallow Swagman - New - Resonator Model Sold

Made by South Australia craftsman Alan Funk, these banjos have block-rims (very solid) of maple and oak, dual co-ordinator rods and stainless steel tailpiece.  Alan celebrates an Australian theme with a red gum fingerboard with pearl inlays and mother-of-pearl nut.  As a banjo-playing engineer you can count on the integrity of construction, strength and  terrific sound of his instruments.  He also makes most metal parts himself. 

Pro players comment favourably on the slim necks, robust construction (can't kill 'em with a stick!  and that goes for airlines too!) and rich sound across the tonal range.  Also, they're a lighter weight to bear - his innovative techniques avoid heavy cast tone rings.  Try 'em, and you'll be a convert! 
Choose from:
Swagman Open-back - metal tone ring (in stock)
Swagman Open-back - iron-bark tone ring (in stock)
Swagman Bluegrass - several options for tonewoods, inlays and resonator veneers. (in stock)

With hard case. From $1700.00. . enquiries: Sold

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Washburn B10.  C1969? Sold

Excellent condition in original hardshell case.  Constructed in Japan this banjo bears Nagashimi signature and has mahogany resonator (no scratches!) and neck.  Ebony fingerboard and nickel silver frets with no wear.  Ply rim construction - originally beginners grade instrument with alloy brackets and original Washburn 11" skin this banjo is quickly converted to open-back.  Case has some paint splatters but otherwise also in excellent condition. On consignment $790 AUS.

With hard case. On consignment $790.00. . enquiries: Sold

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Washburn B16 - 1980's. Pre-Loved Sold

Fair condition. A well-liked Asian-made bluegrass model, this one comes with extras: Scruggs-style cam tuners on 2nd and 3rd strings, Shubb sliding rail capo and electric pick-up. (No brand name but inscribed "Made in West Germany". Some evidence of flange buckling - to make room for pick-up hardware?) Has been used on stage for several years and still going!

With hard case. On consignment. $1090.00. Soldenquiries:

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Belmont Bluegrass - 2006. Pre-Loved - Sold

Absolutely as-new condition! Unstained walnut neck and resonator with attractive centre striping. Classic bluegrass design - one-piece flange, eagle claw tailpiece, Snuffy Smith bridge, 5-Star head. Engraved armrest and very fancy pearl and abalone inlays in rosewood fingerboard. Easy action and nicely shaped neck - feels good under the hand and sounds terrific over whole tonal range! Includes Johnson semi-hard case (banjo arrived by courier from SA still in tune.)

Owner paid $2000. On consignment $1490.00 . Be quick! Sold enquiries:

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MORGAN MONROE - MNB-2 “ROCKY TOP” - RECENT - PRE-LOVED - Sold

Excellent condition.  Careful consideration has been given to wood choice creating a blend of attractive looks and superior tone.  Curly maple resonator has double purfling rings (and belt buckle scratch!), laminated neck with wreaths inlays, ebony fingerboard, brass tone ring, spikes at 7th and 9th frets.  5/8" Moon bridge.  Remo Weatherking head and eagle-claw tailpiece.  Great tonal range. 

This would be a good choice for intermediate to pro level picker.  List price $2400 new. 

Plus hard shell case with black plush interior $1990 . Sold

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GIBSON TB3 1932 PRE-WAR MASTERTONE - PRE-LOVED With quality new Gibson hard-shell case - Withdrawn from sale by owner

40-hole Archtop (as played by Ralph Stanley). S/No. 9355-21. Gold plated, this classic instrument has been lovingly and fully restored. Maple neck and resonator. Tube and plate flange. Original pot excepting tailpiece which is gold-plated Kerchner. Highly figured maple 5-string conversion neck by Grundy Banjos. Bella Voce pearl inlays, ebony fingerboard. Fiddle headstock with Gotoh tuners. Spikes at 7th, 9th and 10th frets. Remo head and 5/8" moon bridge. Also has original tenor neck with serial number visible. Comes with new Gibson case in good condition. Great archtop sound with plenty of bass present.

On consignment. Owner has spent almost $10,000 $$ enquiries: Withdrawn from sale by owner

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EUCALYPT “ONE HORSE TOWN”- HAND CRAFTED - 2002 - PRE-LOVED - Sold

If you love banjos you’ll know all about the careful selection of Australian timbers, craftsmanship, and unique inlays that are the Eucalypt hallmark.  Serial number 15 is a Custom with Woodhill Bell tone ring and charming Australian theme resonator by Anne Simpson.  “One Horse Town” is a little unusual in that the fingerboard is slightly wider – 44mm @ 5th fret (as opposed to 41mm) and 48mm at 12th fret (as opposed to 44mm standard.)  Dual co-ordinator rods, moon bridge, Price tailpiece, slotted diamonds fretboard inlays, and spikes at 7th, 8th ,9th and 10th frets.  3-piece neck with contrasting centre stripe.  Lots of warm wood, and copper-look two-piece flange and tension hoop.  A fat, gutsy tone with classy looks and collectability. 

Plus black ‘n’ tan CNB tweed-look hard shell case.  On Consignment.  $2399. Sold

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[1] MORGAN MONROE CAMERON & CASE - NEW Sold

This is a quietly spoken, well-made open back with very easy action and delightful, natural walnut finish on neck and rim.   Standard 11" diameter rim (parts readily available when you need to replace the head!), classic Whyte Laydie tone ring, dual co-ordinator rods, rosewood fingerboard with slotted diamond pearl inlay, No-Knots tailpiece, planetary pegs & geared 5th peg, bound neck, chrome plated & engraved hardware. 

Includes Morgan Monroe signature hardshell case. $1799 Sold

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[2] MORGAN MONROE CAMERON & CASE - NEW Sold

This is a quietly spoken, well-made open back with very easy action and delightful, natural walnut finish on neck and rim.   Standard 11" diameter rim (parts readily available when you need to replace the head!), classic Whyte Laydie tone ring, dual co-ordinator rods, rosewood fingerboard with slotted diamond pearl inlay, No-Knots tailpiece, planetary pegs & geared 5th peg, bound neck, chrome plated & engraved hardware. 

Includes Morgan Monroe signature hardshell case. $1799 Sold

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PRUCHA LEGEND – HAND CRAFTED - 2005 – PRE-LOVED - Sold

Jaroslav Prucha learned his craft while working for Geoff Stelling and is now in his 26th year of professional lutherie.   Mr Prucha (pronounced prooka) is highly respected for construction of acoustic instruments and high quality parts.  Some of the biggest name makers in US now use Prucha parts.  His banjos are reknowned for their choice timbers and superb craftsmanship.  The detailed finish of Prucha banjos is becoming a benchmark throughout the industry.

There are many reasons to buy a handmade Prucha banjo.  Above all is the sound.  Pickers trying out a Prucha always remark on the great tone - even when comparing with other major name banjos.  They also compliment the playability.  With Prucha, the closer you look, the closer you listen, the more you like them.

Prucha "Legend" has highly figured maple resonator and neck.  Ivoroid bindings on neck and resonator.  Richly coloured abalone hearts and flowers inlays on fingerboard and headstock.  Ebony fingerboard.  Vintage-style pancake tuners.  Spikes at 7th, 8th ,9th and 10th frets.  Price tailpiece and 5/8 Moon bridge. 

With AVS hard shell shaped case with plush interior.  On Consignment. $4990 Sold

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WASHBURN B23 MYSTIC DL - c1970 - PRE-LOVED Sold

Hand-signed by Nagashimi of Japan.   Typical Mystic slim neck front to back with wreaths design feels really good under the hand.  No fret or fingerboard wear (tiny split in the fingerboard from the oversize spike).  Dual co-ordinator rods.  5/8” ply rim, cast tone ring.  Tube and plate flange.  Frosted Remo Weatherskin head.  Kirshner tailpiece.  Spike at 7th fret. 

Reasonable condition, the bad news for collectors - previous owner has hand-varnished the back of the neck and parts of the head stock.  Possible to strip and respray at a later stage.  For now, all it needs is a keen picker to play it in.  Mystics in any kind of playable condition are becoming rare. 

Plus original hard shell case. . Sold

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Beeton Guitar - Single-Cone Resonator - Pre-loved. 1998 - Sold

Excellent condition. Nickel plated bell brass National-style single-cone resonator guitar hand-made by Greg Beeton, Australia...Click here for more photos and details

Comes in classy SKB custom-fit hardshell case in excellent condition and includes leather strap. Slide and 'dobro' players lust after this stunning sound, stunning pedigree! On consignment - $2499 - Sold

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