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This pretty open-back banjo from the late 1800s features a metal spun-over maple rim, 10-1/2" top frosted head, and an ebony fingerboard with abalone inlay. 3 newer friction tuners and 2 Keith D-tuners installed. A great shop project! 60s chipboard case. Made in USA.
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Condition Notes: Needs neck and dowel stick resets, refret, etc. (This item is sold As-Is)× This used product is in Project Condition
Project items are used and have clear functional problems that will generally require repair. They may come with multiple cosmetic imperfections and hold potential for restoration—perfect for those who enjoy bringing instruments back to life or taking on a rewarding challenge.
Condition Notes: Needs neck and dowel stick resets, refret, etc. (This item is sold As-Is)
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The following specs were provided by our repair and appraisal teams. For a more detailed description please call (517) 372-7880.
- SN 2797
- 1890s
- 10-1/2" top frosted head
- 16 brackets and bolts
- Metal spun-over maple rim
- Metal hoop tone ring
- Tension hoop
- Maple neck and dowel stick, stamped "GEORGE WASHBURN", "2797"
- Missing neck bracket, broken heel cap
- Ebony fingerboard with abalone inlay
- 22 frets, 1-1/4" nut, 26-5/8" scale
- 3 newer friction tuners and 2 Keith D-tuners installed
- Early No-Knot-style tailpiece
- Ebony peghead overlay features inlay
- 60s chipboard case
- Made in USA
Washburn Model 1015 Open Back Banjo (1890s)
Washburn Model 1015 Open Back Banjo (1890s)
SKU: 60U-220644
This pretty open-back banjo from the late 1800s features a metal spun-over maple rim, 10-1/2" top frosted head, and an ebony fingerboard with abalone inlay. 3 newer friction tuners and 2 Keith D-tuners installed. A great shop project! 60s chipboard case. Made in USA.
Condition Notes: Needs neck and dowel stick resets, refret, etc. (This item is sold As-Is)
Project items are used and have clear functional problems that will generally require repair. They may come with multiple cosmetic imperfections and hold potential for restoration—perfect for those who enjoy bringing instruments back to life or taking on a rewarding challenge.
Condition Notes: Needs neck and dowel stick resets, refret, etc. (This item is sold As-Is)
Learn more about our condition ratings
More Details
More Details
The following specs were provided by our repair and appraisal teams. For a more detailed description please call (517) 372-7880.
- SN 2797
- 1890s
- 10-1/2" top frosted head
- 16 brackets and bolts
- Metal spun-over maple rim
- Metal hoop tone ring
- Tension hoop
- Maple neck and dowel stick, stamped "GEORGE WASHBURN", "2797"
- Missing neck bracket, broken heel cap
- Ebony fingerboard with abalone inlay
- 22 frets, 1-1/4" nut, 26-5/8" scale
- 3 newer friction tuners and 2 Keith D-tuners installed
- Early No-Knot-style tailpiece
- Ebony peghead overlay features inlay
- 60s chipboard case
- Made in USA