A un named 5 string banjo on good authority is is a abbott mirabile. i think it is very rare.this is a 5 string with the 5th string channeled through the neck to the peghead. it is stamped on the heel of the neck [frank merton orthean glasgow....it was common practise to manufactor banjos to music shops and teachers,this is one of those ...frank merton was a teacher in the 1920s . in original condition...well worth a good restoration..one tuner missing 1 hook on the tone ring, a flange required. i can email photos..
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