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This pretty open-back banjo from the early 1900s features a metal spun-over maple rim, 10-1/2" hide head with Washburn "Straining" tension hoop, ebony fingerboard with abalone inlay. Friction tuners and Eleanor D. Son-style patent adjustable tail piece. A great shop project! '60s chipboard case. Made in USA.
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Condition Notes: Needs neck reset and dowel adjustment to improve action, heat straighten neck, fret level, 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 reset and dowel adjustment to improve action, heat straighten neck, fret level, 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 2526
- c.1910
- 10-1/2" hide head
- Fit for 18 "Imperial" brackets and bolts
- Metal spun-over maple rim
- Washburn "straining" tension hoop
- Maple neck and dowel stick, stamped "GEORGE WASHBURN", "2526"
- Missing some hardware, damaged heel cap with inlay
- Ebony fingerboard with fancy abalone inlays
- 22 frets, 1-1/4" nut, 26-3/8" scale
- Friction tuners, newer 5th string tuner, matching white replacement buttons
- Eleanor D. Son-style patent adjustable tail piece
- Ebony peghead overlay features inlays
- 60s chipboard case (brown lining)
- Made in USA
Washburn Model 1025 Openback Banjo (c.1910)
Washburn Model 1025 Openback Banjo (c.1910)
SKU: 60U-223116
This pretty open-back banjo from the early 1900s features a metal spun-over maple rim, 10-1/2" hide head with Washburn "Straining" tension hoop, ebony fingerboard with abalone inlay. Friction tuners and Eleanor D. Son-style patent adjustable tail piece. A great shop project! '60s chipboard case. Made in USA.
Condition Notes: Needs neck reset and dowel adjustment to improve action, heat straighten neck, fret level, 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 reset and dowel adjustment to improve action, heat straighten neck, fret level, etc. (This item is sold As-Is)
Learn more about our condition ratings
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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 2526
- c.1910
- 10-1/2" hide head
- Fit for 18 "Imperial" brackets and bolts
- Metal spun-over maple rim
- Washburn "straining" tension hoop
- Maple neck and dowel stick, stamped "GEORGE WASHBURN", "2526"
- Missing some hardware, damaged heel cap with inlay
- Ebony fingerboard with fancy abalone inlays
- 22 frets, 1-1/4" nut, 26-3/8" scale
- Friction tuners, newer 5th string tuner, matching white replacement buttons
- Eleanor D. Son-style patent adjustable tail piece
- Ebony peghead overlay features inlays
- 60s chipboard case (brown lining)
- Made in USA
