I have for sale an incredible instrument. It is an early 1970s vintage Morris banjo, made in Japan. This is a killer instrument...it is no toy. It weighs in at nearly 12 pounds...all parts are cast... And, it is LOUD! :-)
The instrument is absolutely beautiful and in great shape. All the chrome is nearly perfect. All castings are in great shape. It has: MOP fret markers on its beautiful ebony fretboard, vintage Schaller 4:1 planetary tuners with matching 5th string peg tuner (in perfect condition), inlaid peg head, new REMO Fiberskyn head, new compensated Golden Gate bridge, replaced solid brass chrome-plated clamshell tailpiece (same as original). It is strung with a new set of Gibson Earl Scruggs 9.5s. It was upgraded with a hand cut and fitted bone nut. The resonator and neck appear to be luscious mahogany. The resonator has an MOP inlay of an eagle [?]. The inlay is rare in these banjos. The resonator is in excellent condition as well. Twin rod adjusters make setting up the action a breeze.
This banjo did have a professionally-done head repair that is stronger than the original wood. It was done by Paul Jollineau...a certified guitar luthier. It also has a 1/4\" chip out of the binding at the nut. I have replaced it with a near-matching piece of maple. The original binding, like most, was of plastic. The back of the neck also has a small indentation about half way up it. It will not affect playability. You can see it in the photos. Please do ask if you have any questions.
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