Where to buy classic banjos in the UK

[Trevor Boyd]

I hope I am not breaking any rules by posting this, but I would be curious to know where UK members look to buy their banjos.  I am aware of Clifford Essex and more "general" traders such as Andy's Banjos and Eagle Music, but if I wanted to invest in a good instrument at some point in the future where should I look?

Many thanks

Trevor

[Mike Moss]

Oh my God, a modern-made Weaver? It's like a dream come true! Do you know when it'll be available for purchase? I MUST give my hard-earned money to Clifford Essex!!!

[Trevor Boyd]

Thanks David.  In that case I might try and get al0ng to the Midland Banjo Fest.  Do I need to book a place or can I just turn up?

Trevor

David Wade said:

Yes Trevor, the Weaver is a 12" wood hoop classic banjo based on all the best principles as defined by Alfred.

Don't worry about having to play at Rallies, there is no pressure - we've built in more "community" tunes to help bring people along. You don't have to bring your banjo, you can just listen and watch ....and make sure you say hello!

Dave

[David Wade]

Trevor,  just turn up anytime after 12 noon, concert will start around 4  allstyles of banjo are welcome.

Dave

 

[marc dalmasso]

Yes  , a Weaver ' banjo to play Morley ' style

However , to play Henry Mancini '  style , follow this link :

 

http://cgi.ebay.com/Hot-Pink-Deering-Goodtime-Banjo-/120751560392?p...

[thereallyniceman]

Hi Marc,

Buy it Now!  You have a spare sparkly banjo head already, don't you?

 

A Pink banjo eh?    Geeezz,  I wonder about some people!   "Classic Style"  bad taste.

[Trevor Boyd]

Thanks Dave.  Can you tell me approx what time you finish? Does it go on into the evening? I am thinking about travelling and whether I would need to say over in the hotel if it's late. Thanks

Trevor
David Wade said:

Trevor,  just turn up anytime after 12 noon, concert will start around 4  allstyles of banjo are welcome.

Dave

 

[David Wade]

Trevor,  if all goes to plan the concert finishes by 8 and then little jams develop...........

I think there is one room left - give Colin a ring, smashing bloke -01283 732304 there are B&Bs nearby.

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Hello Mike, I owe a Clifford Essex made by Alfred Weaver. It is a five string classical banjo

so if you are interested feel free to mail me for pictures and descriptions.

all the best,  Noud

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Mike Moss said:

Oh my God, a modern-made Weaver? It's like a dream come true! Do you know when it'll be available for purchase? I MUST give my hard-earned money to Clifford Essex!!!