"Many thanks for these really useful comments. It leads me on to wonder what is the best market place for classic banjos. There always seems to be lots on Ebay, but is there a better specialist market place for UK sales? Thanks"
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Weaver CE Banjo - How to identify and value - Help please
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Hi,I have been left an old banjo by a favourite Uncle. I thought I'd learn to play it, but am almost 70 myself and already very busy with Guitar and Ukulele, and I know that realistically I won't get…Continue
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Weaver CE Banjo - How to identify and value - Help please
Hi,I have been left an old banjo by a favourite Uncle. I thought I'd learn to play it, but am almost 70 myself and already very busy with Guitar and Ukulele, and I know that realistically I won't get around to it. It is a shame to have it sitting gathering dust, so I'd value some advise on how to identify it so as to describe it accurately when I get around to selling it. Attached photo's. He always said it was about 100 years old. It is in good condition and plays well. Thanks…See More
"Hi Steve, Thanks for your comment. I am also new to these forums' so finding my way around. My banjo was left me by a lovely favourite Uncle, who played for years in a local banjo band in southern England, doing charity shows and attending many…"
"After viewing some of the videos of our members playing, you may be inspired to learn. What make is your banjo?...Steve"
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Steve Harrison said…
After viewing some of the videos of our members playing, you may be inspired to learn. What make is your banjo?...Steve
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