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A super short scale 17 fret tenor banjo made by the Bacon Company 1924.

The Bacon and Day company are universally known for their craftsmanship and exceptional build quality of prewar tenor banjos. The Silver Bell with its tremendous cutting power is highly ranked in the Irish banjoist ‘sought after’ list. In my opinion the Silver Bell model is the zenith of craftsmanship and offers great value for money. These little short scale 17 fret tenor banjos are hard to find these days especially in such fine condition. This particular banjo came from the original owner who resided in Tempa, Florida who played jazz music. It came with the original calf skin head so it is now fitted with new smooth white Remo head to project the fine sound from the Silverbell 29 perforated hole tone ring . New nickel strings fitted gauging 12,18w,28w,36w, and action set low.

Banjo Details

• Built in the USA 1924 (SN: 13110)
• 17 fret ebony fingerboard with fancy cut pearl inlay position markers.
• Dark stained birdseye maple neck with 3 ply veneers, rim and resonator with dark stain finish.
• Fancy design pearl inlaid head-stock with the Silverbell name.
• Triple nickel plated Presto tailpiece
• Origanal ‘GROVERPAT’ geared tuners with ivoroid buttons.
• Nickel plated flange with composite circulars designs.
• Comes with original snug fit vintage B&D case in good condition.

For Sale

Almost new Deering Goodtime 2 short scale (17 fret) tenor banjo. The four string maple neck gives the banjo the bright, clear, tone and string to string separation that is so much in demand by teachers to help students learn to develop their playing technique. The tone from this banjo comes from the three-ply maple rim, maple resonator and the maple neck. Comes with quality geared tuning machines as standard, presto style tailpiece, 14 hole nickel plated flange and vega style armrest. The maple neck is slender, which makes it easy to play from a young age to a senior age. These banjos retail at over £500 comes with new Deering padded gig bag (£58 worth)

SOLD