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For Sale: 1908 A. C. Fairbanks Whyte Laydie No. 2 Banjo

I didn't wanna do it. I'm down to the last of the last of my collection and thought that I would take a select couple of instruments with me to my grave. But there will undoubtedly be very limited space in my casket and I am reluctantly prepared to part with my two Whyte Laydie banjos.

This one is from 1908 with a reproduction neck made by Greg Gfell, an artisan well known for his restoration of vintage instruments. Like the original number 2 Whyte Laydie banjos, the neck Mr. Gfell crafted is made of blonde maple with an ebony fretboard. He reproduced the original gryphon inlay faithfully. The 24-fret neck has extra width at the nut (1-3/8") and is very comfortable.

The heart and soul of the instrument is the original Fairbanks Whyte Laydie rim. The tone is fat and precise with the initial note being strong and the decay fast. It has a low action and is a good one for melodic playing

This is the best of both worlds--an original vintage Whyte Laydie pot (the rim has all original parts other than the tailpiece) but with a custom modern reproduction neck for ultimate playability.

It is in excellent condition and ships with a hardshell case free to CONUS addresses

I hate to see these go but they belong with someone who will cherish and play them with enjoyment and at my age I'm a desperado waiting for the train.

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Price: $3,750.00 USD

Shipping: Free Shipping

Posted By: ol5ndimer

United States, Morganton, NC, 28655

Condition of Banjo:
Used - Excellent Condition

Type: 5-String Openback

Brand: Fairbanks

Ad Status: Active, #117500

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