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Antique "Sterling" Banjolele made by Tonk Brothers of Chicago , Il. with case

$ 208.56

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Brand: Gold Tone
  • Condition: Very good used condition. Also, it appears all original .
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Model: STERLINGBANJOLELE
  • MPN: BANJOLELE
  • Type: Banjolele
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted

    Description

    This item is a very cool antique Banjolele labeled “Sterling” that was made by the Tonk Brothers in Chicago, Il. , probably around 1920 or maybe earlier. I am not an expert and it was hard to find info on this so I am not sure.
    It's  21" long, 7" head and the resonator measures 9".   Also  a 9” scale. 1 3/8” across the nut.   It has friction tuners , a Rosewood bridge,  ebony fingerboard and an metal flange.  I think the head is calfskin. It has cheap nylon strings on it, that were on it when I bought the instrument. I left them on because I assume the buyer will add their own strings anyway. The strings are modern and not original to the instrument,.
    It comes in a neat old case that I am sure is the original case for it.
    2 of the tuners slip a little but I think a bit of a tightening on the adjustment screw would fix that right up. While it is obviously used, it is really in pretty darn good condition and it is a well made little instrument .
    I am not sure of the real value of it, so if you feel it is priced too high, contact me with a fair offer and I will definitely consider it.