zither banjo from the "1917" and "1931" catalogues. ).Is the pot a wood rim or spunover nickel plated brass?, it`s hard to tell from the pics.I think the various values are probably accurate but as it`s a five string maybe a little higher.If I was back in the UK I think I`d be happy to pay towards the upper price to add it to the display on the website, but unfortunately the explosion in postal charges, currency conversion and the recent addition of GST rule me out.Best of luck,Deke. I`m right here Steve :-),Hi Pete, nice little banjo you have there. In January, Windsor & Taylor organised the Birmingham In Antiques & General Auction. published a 50-page booklet "How a Zither-Banjo is Made". Listed: 4 years ago. Bacon (6) . 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Thanks so much for taking the time to feedback. after his own design. Epiphone (4) They did business together for some time before entering into ARCHIVED TOPIC: Windsor banjo, Please note this is an archived topic, so it is locked and unable to be replied to. Vintage, Rare and Handbuilt Stringed Instruments Banjo Stringed Instruments Banjo Windsor For Sale on VintageandRare.com. But it's a rare bird and a very cool Windsor. By 1887, Arthur Octavius Windsor had a small factory building Coffins and fabricating metal hardware. All hardware and finish is original. I did eventaually find a really nice banjo (don't remember the make) with an etched brass resonator and hoop which was filled in with colours. Any ideas?And so to next week. But it's a rare bird and a very cool Windsor. Lot 1573 Windsor no. ANY CONDITION REQUESTS SENT IN AFTER 12 NOON ON MONDAY 2ND DECEMBER MAY NOT BE REPLIED TO DUE TO HIGH DEMAND. method for the backs of zither-banjos, although he continued to use We've been notified and are looking into it. Fiberglass reinforced polypropylene TFM seats EPDM seals 12-volt DC operated Internally fused/automatic reset Stationary current draw: less than 0.04 amps Rotating current draw: less than 0.40 amps Stall current: 0.75 amps 1/3 second response time Integrated mounting slot NEW PRODUCTS 3" POLYPROPYLENE MANIFOLD WET SEAL PUMP ONLYS FEATURES Run dry capability Double seal contained in ethylene glycol reservoir. i can remember him playing it to me when i was a lad. Enough remenising.If anybody can recall anything about them I'd be interested in that too.Phazako (uk), trapdoor2 - Posted-08/07/2009: 09:07:00. Often sold through Eatons catalogues, the Windsor Ideal Economy models are very basic banjos, light as a feather and make the perfect late night noodler banjo. You may, however, start a new topic and refer to this topic with a link: http://www.banjohangout.org/archive/356789, Scottish Pete - Posted-09/08/2019: 11:09:02, Hi,Some time ago I was left a vintage banjo but I've just not been able to get the hang of it. Other Banjo-Related Topics ""No you won't", said the landlord, "get your arse in here and play - my custmers love you".And that's how my grandfather became a builder by day and an entertainer by night with regular bookings. Thanks Pete. Richelieu (1) The valve opens and closes with very little pressure on the handle. VENDORS CONDITIONS:As Lawrences are auctioneers, all goods delivered to Lawrences premises will be deemed to be delivered for sale by auction unless otherwise stated in writing and will be catalogued and sold at Lawrences discretion and accepted by Lawrences subject to all the sale conditions. Given away free of charge, it helped sell the instruments which were already Established in 1983,Alsco Industrial Products, Inc. is an industrial plastics distributor in the west metro area of Atlanta Georgia. . Gibson Parts (2) The only way was by taking a bit off the feet of the bridge which was still not sufficient but was playable. This booklet was probably published during the early 1970s. DVD-quality lessons (including tabs/sheet music) available for immediate viewing on any device. I have seen folks giving them dates of 1880-1900. Having the original case is excellent. The firm ceased to exist in December 1940 when the factory was I started that way.Bill.Owww.bluegrassminstrels.co.uk, Phazako - Posted-08/07/2009: 03:59:58, Re banjo - Interesting. as a trade mark and called his premises in Newhall Street "Castle In 1896 the firm Please check the fields highlighted in red. It has been living in a hard case for too long so any help would be appreciated. Second Life Banjo--Ca (3) Schaller 5. The 8-1/4 inch calfskin head drops into a Walnut veneered pot that shows plenty of honest wear and chips. I'll try and add another image which may answer you question about the pot. Call us to discuss your order or any other questions you may have. Also the necks were often quite thick and heavy compared to modern banjos which now have torsion rods in the neck. The Windsor Ideal Economy Model Zither Banjo, Circa 1895 Often sold through Eaton's catalogues, the Windsor Ideal Economy models are very basic banjos, light as a feather and make the perfect late night noodler banjo. The first wood rims were made in the early 1900's and were really fancy.Can you post a photo of the back with the resonator removed there should be a plate which may help date it. Vega (20) Re your Windsor "Porthole" banjo with the missing badge. Many of these old attic discoveries and junk shop finds are virtually useless as musical instruments. There were so many old English banjos in those days and Windsor made the most with many models and variations. All Rights Reserved , Collings 001 Mh Mahogany Steel String Guitar Natural, 2012, Ernie Ball Music Man StingRay Classic 4 Black, 2014, SOLD Rickenbacker Electro D12 Doubleneck Steel Guitar Copper, 1953, Reduced Fender Antigua Telecaster Crafted in Japan, 2002 2004, SOLD Gretsch G6199 Billy Bo Jupiter Thunderbird Red, 2006, SOLD!!! The resonator is 13 inches across. Precision molded polypropylene is reinforced with fiberglass for additional strength. Unfortunately, your registration has been declined by the auctioneer. Coventry, Leamington, Liverpool, London etc. Shipping: We recommend - Post My Parcels - Tel:- 01202 530 537 Website:- www.postmyparcels.com or instruments ever known in this country. View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. Hi Pete,I see the new pics and that`s a nice woodrim model with either gold plated or laquered brass hardware, I`d probably date it to early thirtys and confirm the higher price range. We carry thousands of products representing hundreds of manufacturers. Frank Neat (1) Windsor and Taylor Please try again. IDEAL MODEL NO 8 A cracking banjo to play. "furniture". Click on the small picture to enlarge it. The Windsor Ideal Economy Model Zither Banjo, Circa 1895. If the necks straight with good frets i would say 250 a very fair price. Arthur 0. Bluetooth* or wired communications. 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Find your vintage/hand built Stringed Instruments Banjo Stringed Instruments Banjo Windsor today! Hard to find the model in this kind of condition. Cool little banjo. Both the buyer and the vendor agree to be bound by the decision.c) Lawrences disclaim responsibility for default by either the buyer or vendor as they act as agents for the vendor only and therefore do not pay out to the vendor until payment is received from the buyer. Windsor acquired a thorough knowledge of wood and metal working and by 1887 built up of separate segments and in 1893 took out a patent to use the same Perfect Touch Finger Picks 3. He had a stand at the British Industries Fair, Mine is strung with nylgut all the way.The Zither-Banjo website (which includes the open back Windsors and Weavers) is here: http://www.zither-banjo.org===Marc"If banjos needed tone rings, S.S. Stewart would have made them that way. Each lot is at the sole risk of the buyer from the fall of the hammer. 1"- 3" EVX ON/OFF ELECTRIC VALVES 1"- 3" EVX REGULATING ELECTRIC VALVES NEW PRODUCTSEVX ELECTRIC VALVES ACTUATOR FEATURES Up to 35% smaller actuator/ valve Many communication protocols including On/Off, regulating, CAN/ISO BUS and PWM pulse-width modulation. SAME DAY SHIPPING on orders placed before 2 EST (M-F). never done it myself but I can recall my grandfather telling me that he used to busk on the streets in the Clapham area, (South London) where he lived and I was eventually born. I'm keen to stop hogging it and move it on to someone who who will persevere more than me. deuceswilde - Posted-06/27/2009: 14:46:39, Yes, is it a closed back take on the Dobson patent (top tension)? I have seen a number of them over the years, mostly they had a huge number of bracket hooks which made the instrument quite heavy. 2 talking about this. ).Is the pot a wood rim or spunover nickel plated brass?, it`s hard to tell from the pics.I think the various values are probably accurate but as it`s a five string maybe a little higher.If I was back in the UK I think I`d be happy to pay towards the upper price to add it to the display on the website, but unfortunately the explosion in postal charges, currency conversion and the recent addition of GST rule me out. There are no cases with these banjos. As with all our banjos, new or used, one year no-charge setup and service is included. I'm constantly looking for interesting and unusual items from the past which I would like to share with you. B. M. & G. Orchestra which gave its first public concert in March of These banjos go for big bucks. You need to be registered and approved to bid at this auction. Stainless steel bolts. 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