During the 1970s and 80s there were a number of master Luthiers building replicas of Gibson banjos. Real Gibsons were in short supply and many felt the quality was not up to standards so many of these makers made a living building these lovely handmade copies at knock down prices compared to a new Gibson Mastertone.
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There has been some discussion on the hardware used on this banjo. The RB-250 did not come factory in gold but that said, in 1962 Gibson would fill virtually any custom request. The hardware shows none of the pitting typical of re-plated hardware. Also the cost to upgrade after the banjo was built would have been huge so we are going on the theory that this was a custom order. Tailpiece: I found several of these gold-plated tailpieces in the boxes of 1960s Gibson hardware I acquired when Gibson Canada shut down in 1979. So I am assuming they were stock Gibson issue for at least a few of their gold plated banjos, though I’ve never seen any. I gather they were made by Elton but am happy for input from anybody out there who knows more.
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Aside from some cosmetic wear and tear this guitar is in great overall shape for its age and has a wonderful woody midrange rich tone. Comes with a Gibson hardshell case.
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Built between 1963 and 1971 this small bodied Gibson features a very classical like body shape. It is 14 1/2″ wide and has a spruce top and mahogany sides and back. The mahogany neck joins the body at the 12 fret and has a 24 3/4″ scale length with a 2″ nut width. This example has white tap plates on either side of the sound hole, medium wear on the finish and comes with a newer hardshell case.
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This slope shoulder dreadnought is a songwriters dream and it is ready for the stage with a carefully installed pickup which keeps its vintage pedigree intact!
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This Gibson L-00 from the late 30’s is waiting to be some finger picking/blues stylist’s best friend. Your dog will have to take a back seat to this little beauty. Summer is coming and it’s near time to grab this guitar and go hoboin’! This guitar features a 14 3/4 wide body with a spruce top and mahogany sides and back. The mahogany neck has fairly thick V neck and the original bridge has been replaced. The sunburst finish has seen lots of wear and tear but the guitar is in great overall condition for its age.
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