For some reason, I am not able to receive BHO emails. They seem to disappear, and never get forwarded. Please send a text to 812-972-5197 Thanks--
Up for sale is an excellent condition 1928 maple TB-3 no-hole banjo, with 5-string neck made by Frank Neat. This banjo was once owned by Charlie Cushman, who confirmed the Neat neck manufacture (I still have his email confirmation, available to buyer).
I put a Mitchel's Tone Ring Plate in this that adds weight to mimic the flathead weight and sound. it plays and sounds super. If you do not the sound of the Tone Ring Plate, you can return it to me and I will refund you 200.00 I can't imagine that you won't like it, unless you're specifically wanting the Archtop sound.
There is none-to-very little wear on the frets, I tried to take a picture of the most lower neck frets. All original pot as far as I know. I also have the tenor neck and original 1928 Tenor case. It appears someone transferred the original tuner pegs from the tenor to the 5 string. They are a bit touchy, but could always be replaced.
I will try to upload a video of this banjo soon, and update the links. It sounds super with the tone ring mate, which can always be removed to make it a true arch top. No cutting has been done on the rim.
It's in really nice shape overall. The back resonator is checked as can be expected. I have a mahogany version as well listed (PB-4). Comes with a TDK hardshell case.
If you live adjacent to IN, I am willing to make arrangements for hand delivery (KY/IN/TN/OH/IL/MO) Otherwise shipping is available although it is incredibly expensive with insurance, and multiple boxes are needed for both banjo and case. I am happy to provide estimates, just let me know where you live.
Feel free to text or call, as I have lots of trouble receiving the BHO email for some reason. Let me know if you have any questions.
I also have an Ebay account under the same user name, and I encourage you to review my nearly 400 all-positive feedback transactions, many as an astute seller. Buy with confidence.
Thanks, Dave
