Vintage Era Banjos
- Supplied with Hard Case
Used and very well made Gibson (parts banjo) RB3 5 string banjo. Features a genuine Gibson maple pot and hardware with Mastertone style 40 hole cast bronze tone ring and a Gibson badged (replica) neck made in highly flamed maple, flying eagle inlays, railroad spikes fitted at 7,8,9 and 10th frets and also features official USA made Keith D-tuners. This banjo is one of the best sounding 5 string banjo (for that classic Gibson banjo tone) we've had for a long time. Superb playing action as well.
Supplied in a brand new Superior 5 string resonator hard case.
Used Clifford Essex Paragon 5 String Banjo in very good condition and all original parts. Fitted with a calf skin vellum and signed Don Cliffords. Supplied in original case.
Excellent condition Gibson RB175 Long Neck Banjo circa 1960's. Fitted with a Shubb sliding capo, armrest, adjustable tailpiece and supplied in a hard case.
Excellent condition Clifford Essex Paragon Top Tension 5 String Banjo. Features all maple construction, ebony fingerboard, all original and made in the UK. Some fretwear. This banjo has had a full Eaglemusic workshop setup and restring.
Supplied with Case
Immerse yourself in the rich history of American banjo craftsmanship with the 1909 Fairbanks-Vega Whyte Laydie No. 2. This vintage gem, remarkably well-preserved for its age, offers an authentic glimpse into the golden age of banjo music. Crafted with precision and care, it resonates with a warm, timeless tone that harks back to an era of creativity and innovation. Whether you're a collector or a musician, this piece of history promises both artistry and musicality.
Features a Whyte Laydie tone ring, beautiful gryphon inlays in the headstock, a fibreskyn head.
Used (vintage). Serial number 29195 excellent condition for age. Supplied with a TKL hard case.
Circa 1930's vintage 19 fret tenor banjo with original case. Labelled with the the retailers name J & A Margolin Ltd (which were actually made by John Grey and sons)
Features Pearloid faced neck, resonator and pot, D shaped mahogany neck, MOP fret markers, original friction tuners and a removeable resonator so can be played as an openback.
- Made in the U.S.A
- Planetary Tuners
- Supplied with Hard Case
- Vintage design
The Vega Little Wonder banjo is a classic example of craftsmanship from the Golden Age of banjo manufacturing in the United States. Vega, a renowned banjo maker, produced these instruments during the early to mid-20th century, and they remain highly sought after by musicians and collectors alike.
This model is in pristine condition for 1923 model. Features a fyberskyn head. Irish tuned. Fitted with new strings.
Used (vintage). Excellent condition for age. Supplied with hard case.
- Made in the U.S.A
- Vintage design
- Hand crafted
The Vega Little Wonder banjo is a classic example of craftsmanship from the Golden Age of banjo manufacturing in the United States. Vega, a renowned banjo maker, produced these instruments during the early to mid-20th century, and they remain highly sought after by musicians and collectors alike.
This model is in excellent playable condition for its age. Irish tuned but can be tuned Jazz or Chicago also. Fitted with new strings.
Serial number 90976
Used. Excellent condition for age. No case/gig bag supplied.
- Hand made in the UK
- Vintage design
- Lightweight
W.E Temlett Vintage Old Time 5 String Banjo from the late 1800's/early 1900's
Features include a weaver style heal, mahogany neck, ebony fingerboard, mother of pearl fret dot markers and original friction tuners. Its also fitted with nylon strings
This banjo has been fully setup by Eagle music with a new goat skin vellum, 2 footed bridge and Aquila classic banjo nylon strings.
No case/gig bag supplied
- Hand made in the UK
- Vintage design
Windsor Model 2 'Popular' 5 String Openback Banjo in excellent condition from 1920's. Features a spun and rolled steel and maple ply pot and tone rim and full Eagle Music setup with new strings.
Decent playable old time banjo!
Supplied with original Case.
- Hand made in the UK
- Vintage design
Windsor Model 3 'Premier' 5 String Openback Banjo in excellent condition from 1920's. Features a spun and rolled steel and maple ply pot and tone rim and full Eagle Music setup with new strings.
Decent playable old time banjo!
Supplied with original Case.
- Vintage design
- Supplied with Hard Case
- Planetary Tuners
- Made in the U.S.A
- Hand crafted
- Fitted with Resonator
This vintage Leedy Solotone 19-fret tenor banjo from the 1924 is a true gem for collectors and musicians alike. Featuring a beautifully engraved heel and brass plating, this banjo stands out with its intricate detailing. The celluloid fingerboard adds a touch of elegance, while the Pisgah Hawktail tailpiece and quality 3-footed maple bridge with ebony and bone inserts ensure superior tonal quality and playability. This rare piece combines historical significance, exceptional craftsmanship from a Golden Era of banjo playing and superb tone and playabilty thanks to our professional setup.
Used (vintage). Excellent condition for age. Supplied with hard case.
- Vintage design
- Tone Ring Fitted
- Supplied with Gig Bag
- Planetary Tuners
- Made in the U.S.A
- Gloss Finish
- Fitted with Resonator
- Fitted with Nylon Strings
This is a partly original Ludwig with a neck custom built and fitted by luthier Phil Cartwright. This was made from originals designs to a high-standard and as close to original as possible. The neck was also angled for George Formby style playing.
Features a silver pearling head, a Walnut neck and resonator, a tone ring and Uttley-style bridge.
Fitted with new vellum.
Used (vintage). Excellent condition. Supplied with gig bag.
Vintage era banjos at Eagle Music Shop, a range of used vintage instruments.
An ever changing selection of Vintage Era Banjos are available at The Eagle Music shop including Gibson, Paragon, Paramount, Windsor, J. E. Dallas, Orpheum, Jedson, Ludwig and Vega instruments amongst others.