• Front of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo

    Surviving from the early 20th century, a 1909 Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No. 7. This  instrument features its original Whyte Laydie tone ring. Elegant pearl engravings and intricate wood marquetry highlight it's craftsmanship, along with original tuners adorned with pearl buttons. Made in USA.  With Golden Gate hardshell case (black lining). 


    This product is in Fair Condition (Learn More)

    Condition Notes: Needs dowel stick neck reset, partial refret, fret dress and setup. (This item is sold As-Is)

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  • Front and side of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
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  • Front of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
  • Bridge and controls of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
  • Front neck joint of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
  • Fretboard of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
  • Headstock of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
  • Tuners of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
  • Inside rim of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
  • Neck joint of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
  • Back and side of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
  • Full back and side of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
  • Side of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
  • Case for Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
  • Full front of Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo
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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.

  • Nice project with great potential!
  • 1909
  • SN 25442
  • 2-piece figure//d maple neck with carved heel
  • Traditional dowel stick with "WHITE LAYDIE" and "No.7" hot-stamped on
  • Ebony heel cap with trefoil inlay
  • Maple rim with tortoise plastic binding
  • Fancy wood marquetry on rim cap
  • ~10-15/16" hide head
  • Whyte Laydie tone ring
  • 28 brackets and L-shoes with bracket band (One replacement nut)
  • Notched tension hoop
  • Unknown tailpiece
  • Ivoroid-bound 22-fret ebony fingerboard
  • Ebony-maple-ebony fingerboard and back strap underlay
  • Engraved Gryphon on back of headstock
  • Pearwood peghead overlay features engraved floral inlays (some cracks)
  • Original tuners with pearl buttons
  • 5th string tuner has plastic button
  • Makers plate on dowel stick reads "The A.C. FAIRBANKS Co. / MAKERS / BOSTON, MASS."
  • Dowel stick stamped "WHYTE LYDIE" and "No. 7"
  • ~27" scale, 1-9/32" nut
  • Golden Gate hardshell case (black lining)
  • Built in Boston, USA

Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo (1909)

Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No.7 Open Back Banjo (1909)

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Surviving from the early 20th century, a 1909 Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No. 7. This  instrument features its original Whyte Laydie tone ring. Elegant pearl engravings and intricate wood marquetry highlight it's craftsmanship, along with original tuners adorned with pearl buttons. Made in USA.  With Golden Gate hardshell case (black lining). 

This product is in Fair Condition (Learn More)

Condition Notes: Needs dowel stick neck reset, partial refret, fret dress and setup. (This item is sold As-Is)
More Details

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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.

  • Nice project with great potential!
  • 1909
  • SN 25442
  • 2-piece figure//d maple neck with carved heel
  • Traditional dowel stick with "WHITE LAYDIE" and "No.7" hot-stamped on
  • Ebony heel cap with trefoil inlay
  • Maple rim with tortoise plastic binding
  • Fancy wood marquetry on rim cap
  • ~10-15/16" hide head
  • Whyte Laydie tone ring
  • 28 brackets and L-shoes with bracket band (One replacement nut)
  • Notched tension hoop
  • Unknown tailpiece
  • Ivoroid-bound 22-fret ebony fingerboard
  • Ebony-maple-ebony fingerboard and back strap underlay
  • Engraved Gryphon on back of headstock
  • Pearwood peghead overlay features engraved floral inlays (some cracks)
  • Original tuners with pearl buttons
  • 5th string tuner has plastic button
  • Makers plate on dowel stick reads "The A.C. FAIRBANKS Co. / MAKERS / BOSTON, MASS."
  • Dowel stick stamped "WHYTE LYDIE" and "No. 7"
  • ~27" scale, 1-9/32" nut
  • Golden Gate hardshell case (black lining)
  • Built in Boston, USA
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