Sadly, I’ve come to the decision that I need to sell my beloved 2010 Deering Sierra. Arthritis in my hands is making it increasingly difficult to play, so I think it is time to find a new home.
The banjo is in overall excellent condition. In 2019, it was set up and re-fretted by master banjo luthier Mike Munford in Shrewsberry, PA.
I’ve put together a package including the banjo, case, and a number of accessories that I hope will make it attractive to a player interested in moving up to Deering’s basic line of professional level instruments. Deering actually calls the Sierra their “flagship upper-line banjo”.
Here is a list of items included in the accessories collection:
2010 Deering Sierra Banjo with Snuffy Smith 11/16” bridge and Remo head
Additional Kat Eyz 5/8” bridge
Original Deering 5/8” bridge
Factory installed spikes
Installed Keith banjo tuners (original tuners included)
Installed Dr. Arm mahogany arm rest (original chrome arm rest included)
Installed Schatten BJ-02M dual mic banjo pickup system (with cables)
Deering hard shell case
Deering gig bag
Paige Banjo Capo
D’Addario banjo tuner
Custom Deering/Lakota neck strap
Extra leather neck strap
Deering Light gauge strings (4 sets)
Banjo Ben Light gauge strings (3 sets)
DrumDial Precision Head Tuner
Deering Maintenance Manual
Original Deering Registration Documentation
Various Deering cleaning and polishing cloths
*5 String Banjo Chords framed poster (~24” x 36”)
Jayme Stone Banjo Improvisation Master Class DVD
*Music Stand
Collection of 15 banjo setup, historical and song books
*Available with local pickup only
Pricing a collection like this is a challenge. New Deering Sierra’s list at almost $3200; used ones seem to be $2000+. Elderly recently listed a 2011 Sierra with original Kavanjo pickup system and some finish delamination at $2150. So, I think a price of $2200 for the banjo and all the accessories seems like a fair price for buyer and seller.
I am located in northeast New Jersey, and given the risks of shipping, would strongly prefer cash payment and local pickup. Shipping and insurance would be the buyer’s responsibility.
Sad to see it go, but realize it must.
