1963 Gibson RB100, serial number 125535. I took this banjo in as part of a p/ex deal, and I was planning to hold on to it... but another deal has come up so it has to go. Before you read on, I should point out that the neck appears to have been broken but well-repaired at the heel. The main part of the neck has been re-finished, but you can still just make out the repair-line. Also, I can see two 'filled' holes at the base of the resonator cover, about jack-socket size, and a few small scuffs.
And finally, there's a shim between the neck and the rim, fitted obviously to lower the action...which it has! That's the negatives, although I would point out that the work is all good quality in my opinion. The head and bridge have been replaced, also the 5th string tuner (now a Waverly...original kept). Everything else appears to be original. This is a 40-year old banjo, but it plays like a little cannon. The action is a little low on the 5/8" bridge fitted, but even so it plays cleanly right up the neck with no buzzing. This is a vintage instrument that plays like a new-build. I've attached photos and can supply more if required. I've tried to be as descriptive as possible, if anything I've over-emphasised the minor faults, overall it looks and plays very well. I'll be happy to answer any further detail questions. There's a Deering plush-lined HSC included.
I'll be listing on Ebay shortly, but I'd prefer to sell through the BHO! Shipping to the USA would be $78 max.
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