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For Sale: 1930's Gibson Style 1 SUPER RARE "M Batch" w/Video

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This F.O.N. M4397 batch is most likely from around 1932-1934 given some of the particulars with the hardware. Since there are no written records from this time period, It's difficult to say exactly what Gibson was up to with this particular configuration. In speaking with a few well known Prewar Gibson authorities, all of them agree that this batch is very unique and somewhere around 50 were made. The resonator is basically like a late 20's Style 3 with maple and a reddish brown stain and 3-lug pattern. The pot assembly features the 2-piece flange configuration with a pot metal tension hoop and the rim thickness is that of the late 20's as well. These banjos have a "The Gibson" label and not a Mastertone because the banjo has 1 co-rod and had a 1/4" brass hoop like a normal Style 1 or 2. This one was converted by Curtis McPeake using his 20-hole McPeake/Kulesh tone ring and a mahogany Frank Neat neck. The neck has the leaves and bows inlay and Keith d-tuners installed. If you have any questions or desire additional pictures, don't hesitate to ask. Thanks for looking!
Here's a YouTube sample of this banjo: youtube.com/watch?v=0LKIuHiTDQM




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Price: $4,699.00 USD

Shipping: Paid by buyer. UPS, USPS, Fed-Ex, International as well.

Posted By: Ceres Banjo Works

United States, TN,

Condition of Banjo:
Used - Excellent Condition

More Info on this Banjo

Type: 5-String Resonator

Brand: Gibson

Ad Status: Active, #107996

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