1990's Sullivan Bardstown 5-String Banjo - Handmade in Kentucky
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ABOUT THIS BANJO
In excellent condition there are only two minor/small blemishes in the finish.
- A small chip on the backside of the peghead (pictured).
- A
small scratch on the backside of the banjo near the neck-side
(pictured). This scratch may be be one you can have professionally
buffed out.
There is some wear visible on the drum head, but it is typical of a banjo that's been played.
ABOUT THE BARDSTOWN FLATHEAD BANJO- Genuine Honduran Mahogany Neck and Resonator
- Rosewood Fingerboard
- Ebony Peghead
- Sullivan 3-Ply Hard Rock Maple Rim
- Sullivan Flathead Tone Ring
- 1pc. die cast flange
- Finished with Nitro Lacquer with Amber Toner
- Guardian Deluxe Hardshell Case
- Planetary Pegs with Ivroid Buttons
- Custom Sullivan Majestic Inlay Pattern
- Vintage Red Mahogany Stain
- 5th String Spikes installed at frets 7,8,9,& 10
- Signed by Eric Sullivan in the resonator with hand-written serial number 0301.
After almost 40 years of supplying the finest banjo parts available for builders, manufacturers and home craftsmen worldwide, the decision was made to attempt to create a banjo which would be unsurpassed in quality, beauty, and have the much sought after sound found in many of the early banjos. Clarity and power with a strong booming bass was the goal. Real value in a quality instrument was also a prime consideration.
Every part used in the construction of a Sullivan banjo is selected for perfection. Each step of the manufacturing operation is carefully monitored to insure the instrument you will play and enjoy for many years will still be worthy when you decide to pass it down to a deserving grandchild.
Skilled hands perform delicate tasks, which a machine could never duplicate. There is a degree of love built into each instrument. Care and perfection is the watchword. Each instrument is built as a personal testament to the skilled craftsmen who passed this legacy down.
SHIPPING
This instrument will be shipped in it's custom fitted/padded hard case.
ConUS ONLY! No overseas or out of country shipping.
Shipping includes insurance, Signature Required.
You can arrange to pick this guitar up from our location in Santa Barbara, CA.
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| Listed | 5 years ago |
| Condition | Excellent (Used) Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care.Learn more |
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