A very handsome Bacon Peerless model tenor banjo with original case dating from early 1922 when David Day left Vega to become the Bacon shop foreman and later partner. It is in fine condition and fine playing condition with what appear to be original tuners, tone ring, tension bracket, neck and pot.  Has 17 frets, so a little shorter scale length which is useful to smaller hands or faster material. The ebony fingerboard has some wear, but has a good while to go before it requires attention. Has metal tone ring as seen in pic. There appears to be a small crack on one side of the heel. I've had this banjo many years and it has never moved. I'm unsure if it is an old repair of finish crack -- it appears tight and has since I've owned it these last many years. Includes what I believe to be the original case which fits snugly but works perfectly.