The company's banjos (before and after they were bought out by Vega in 1904) pretty much define to this day what folks expect in an "old time" 5-string, and this instrument catches them just making the leap into their fully perfected 20th century designs. This beautiful piece has had some finely done and sensitive restoration and is simply a joy to play, hear or just behold. This is a truly lovely, rare and interesting early 20th century banjo, a Fairbanks "Imperial Electric" made around 1902. Fairbanks Imperial Electric Model 5 String Banjo (1902), made in Boston, Mass., serial # 21407, natural varnish finish, laminated maple neck and rim, ebony fingerboard, black hard shell case.
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