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Find your vintage/hand built Stringed Instruments Banjo Stringed Instruments Banjo Windsor today! 2. BUY, SELL & VALUE Windsor Banjo - FIND TODAY's SELECTED Windsor Banjo offered FOR SALE, BEST OFFER and Auction. Second Life Banjo--Ca (3) Remo 28. 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His little group grew and eventually became a fully fledged Dance Band called the "Hazwells" (My grandfather being Mr. Hazzard and Mr. Wells being his co-band leader). ).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. White City, London, which was most impressive and did much to make the Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. It has been living in a hard case for too long so any help would be appreciated. PLEASE TRY TO SEND CONDITION REQUESTS EARLY. A typical Windsor feature is the 5th string tunnel which eliminates the 5th string tuner on the neck typical of most banjos. Thanks Pete. (In addition to the Newhall Street factory, he had sawmills and Check schedules. In the early days, Windsor However, they are architecturally interesting, especially some of those manufactured for the British market in the early 1900s by German-based musical instrument companies.My minor experience is that they cant be set up satisfactorily for clawhammer, and are rather quiet for up picking. All hardware and finish is original. I'm constantly looking for interesting and unusual items from the past which I would like to share with you. Banjo lessons from our teachers take place either as an in-home lesson, at our teacher's studios or online via Zoom. http://www.shlomomusic.com/zitherbanjo.htmBill.Owww.bluegrassminstrels.co.uk, Edthebanjo - Posted-07/30/2009: 02:54:03. Zachary Hoyt (6). 'Taylor (both of whom were first-class banjo Email Newsletter. 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. His reference to large tub-like banjos from the minstrel era was grossly wrong. Alvarez (5) Aria (4) Bacon (4) Bacon & Day (8) Bishline (3) Brooks Masten (1) Chuck Lee (2) Custom Made (1) Deering (21) Enoch (2) Epiphone (3) Fairbanks (5) Fairbanks-Vega (2) Fender (8) Flinthill (2) Frank Neat (1) Gibson (89 . I've seen a fair number of Windsor's but never that model. When taking the bus from La Sarre La Sarre Terminus, you can travel with Maheux. Pump only, no engine. It does not appear in any of the twenties catalogues. ', 'Ron Coleman Outlaw five string banjo neck in curly maple', 'What's w/ all of the aviation near misses lately ? Take your playing to the next level with the help of a local or online banjo teacher. I've seen a fair number of Windsor's but never that model. I'd like to study it. I'll try and add another image which may answer you question about the pot. Home is where the Banjo is .x. My shoulders like that!It was given to me over 20 years ago and I recently replaced and tuned the head and the sound is not bad. Unlike other For the best chance of winning, increase your maximum bid. 2 talking about this. They make an interesting historical addition to any collection. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Yates (10) entered the publishing field and this, coupled with the public appearances A turn of the century English banjo - trying to keep up with the times! Find the travel option that best suits you. Orpheum (2) About a month ago there was someone on BHO that is quite knowledgeable about Windsors. Please try again. Bishline (4) Lot 1573 Windsor no. Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape. This auction is live! a wood-working plant in Mott Street). @deke46 Do you have the full Windsor catalogues from the 20s and 30s? Auction Catalogs Windsor Auctions Antiques, Silver, Col. as a trade mark and called his premises in Newhall Street "Castle of A. I started that way.Bill.Owww.bluegrassminstrels.co.uk, Phazako - Posted-08/07/2009: 03:59:58, Re banjo - Interesting. 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. The Windsor Banjos is an all-volunteer group dedicated to the preservation and encouragement of the banjo, both Tenor and Plectrum Windsor Banjos | Windsor ON Unless you like the sound of zither banjos and want one, the answer is likely no. Catalogue Reproduced below are pages from the Windsor catalogue issued in the 1930's, this was probably the last catalogue the Company issued. If during the auction the Auctioneer considers that a dispute has arisen, he has absolute discretion to settle it or to re-offer the lot.Each lot is offered for sale subj ect to any reserve price placed by the vendor.Notwithstanding any other terms of these conditions, if within 21 days after the sale the Buyer of any lot returns the same to Lawrences in the same condition as at the time of sale and satisfies Lawrences that considered in the light of entry in the catalogue the lot is a deliberate forgery, the sale of the lot will be rescinded and the purchase price of the same refunded in full. If it's anything like mine though, I bet it sounds amazing.Price wise, depending on whether it needs a set up, how it plays/sounds etc, somewhere in the region 150 to 250, maybe a bit more if you can find someone who really wants it. SS Stewart (3) 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. Windsor was very skilled at self promotion and published a 50 page booklet on How a Zither-Banjo Is Made in 1896 which secured Windsor instruments popularity as a Household name . Prucha (3) 3 hrs, We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. ThanksPeter, Stephen John Prior - Posted-09/08/2019: 11:45:41. Weymann (2) (Also gives you all the specs)My Ideal Number 8 was a modest 3 pounds 12s 6d! PTFE self-lubricating stem bushings and seats cannot stick or bind. Major advantage is its weight = less than 3kg or around 6 pounds. of the banjo and the firm of Windsor & Taylor came into berries. Colour photographs used in this catalogue may not accurately reflect true colours. :-), Stephen John Prior - Posted-09/12/2019: 07:22:18. They're also more often strung with a combination of steel strings and nylon (Steel on 1, 2 and 5, Nylon on 3 and wound silk or nylon on 4). Privacy Policy, Alsco Industrial Products | banjovalves.com. A Windsor Premier banjo model 3, nut to bridge 26.5 inches, 22 frets, with chrome body and open back, . By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. Scottish Pete - Posted-09/10/2019: 22:55:47, Scottish Pete - Posted-09/11/2019: 05:11:56. Ramsey (3) . BanjoNose - Posted-09/10/2019: 01:52:42. Alvarez (5) The problem was usually the same - action too high with no proper adjustment. Aria (3) ARCHIVED TOPIC: Windsor banjo, Please note this is an archived topic, so it is locked and unable to be replied to. 22234, No. Perfect Touch Finger Picks 3. We ship UPS, FedEx and LTL freight carriers throughout the United States. Windsor Zither banjo, fitted as a 6 string, to be played as a 5 string - albeit with a spare tuner, or for the adventurous player looking for a doubled string. It has less rim brackets and doesn't have the neck angle adjuster on the bottom end of the dowel. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and some descriptions in the catalogue or given by way of condition report make reference to damage and/or restoration. Welcome to Alsco Industrial Products! Each buyer shall forthwith give his full name and permanent address, and if required to do so by the auctioneer, shall forthwith pay Lawrences such a proportion of the sale price that the auctioneer may require. 1885 whilst trying to find a good banjo of English make to sell to his A.O. Listed: 4 years ago. If you continue, we will assume that you agree to, http://www.banjohangout.org/archive/356789, 'Gold Schaller Set - 2 D-Tuners, 2 Regular Tuners, matching 5th - all with prewar ivoroid buttons', '1920 Fairbanks-Vega Little Wonder Tenor, Large Pot', 'Tab Omer Forster "Flowery Girls" 2-finger style. His comments on multi-stringed rigs in the zither configuration might be more on target. Media Media. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates. Stainless steel bolts. Reinforced nylon stem more than triples the strength of the standard 1" LEV. Fender (8) FEATURES FKM seals. ODE (2) All statements either printed in the catalogue or made orally regarding the above are statements of opinion only and are not to be taken as implying any warranties or representations of fact by Lawrences. playing a "Windsor" did much to boost sales. . They are not suited to bluegrass or frailing, in fact I have never considered them suitable for anything. Shopping Advice Shipping: We recommend - Post My Parcels - Tel:- 01202 530 537 Website:- www.postmyparcels.com or In January, Windsor & Taylor organised the Birmingham Harmony (2) Precision molded polypropylene is reinforced with fiberglass for additional strength. Any ideas?And so to next week. Workmanship is very good and the quality of the metal castings and machine work is a delight. Sullivan (7) Taylor had begun to teach the banjo in 1881 and had first met Windsor in With picks it has a nice crisp tone. Morgan Monroe (1) 0. ", banjo~gal - Posted-07/07/2009: 09:33:43, thanks guys for all your info, really helped :)xxxx~ .x. pupils. PLEASE NOTE THAT WE RECOMMEND YOU OBTAIN CONDITION REPORTS PRIOR TO MAKING BIDS. Windsor acquired a thorough knowledge of wood and metal working and by 1887 Weekly newsletter includes free lessons, favorite member content, banjo news and more. You can contact the auctioneer on +44 (0)1883 743323 for more information. Learn clawhammer from the beginning, with basic technique exercises and lots of great old-time and traditional songs to play. Gibson (85) Thanks for posting. I have one with the badge which has a patent number and a date, April 1928. He had a stand at the British Industries Fair, We've been notified and are looking into it. No Image. Re your Windsor "Porthole" banjo with the missing badge. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. 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. the largest maker of fretted . I find them perfect for quiet home playing clawhammer or fingerstyle. i can remember him playing it to me when i was a lad. Anyway that was back in the 70s. set aside for him in the factory to enable him to carry on with his teaching teamed up with Arthur J. Taylor, a prominent Birmingham teacher and player Their signature tune was "Thats-a-plenty" and i still have his original score somewhere. Thanks for posting. White Mountain (1) DVD-quality lessons (including tabs/sheet music) available for immediate viewing on any device. If so you may be one of the very few people who can shed some light on my Premier. All Forums Ome (10) open-back banjos. The firm ceased to exist in December 1940 when the factory was 2023All rights reserved In Antiques, Silver, Collectables, Jewelry and In. Here we have an A.O. I'd say it was earlier the factory didn't survive WW2. famous "hollow arm" zither-banjo with its revolutionary Windsor. after his own design. Upon failure of buyer to comply with these conditions the money deposited in part payment shall be forfeited and entirely at the discretion of the auctioneer the lot will be either put into storage at the expense of the buyer or re-sold by public or private sale, and the deficiency (if any) shall be made good by the said defaulting buyer.The purchaser shall pay the hammer price plus a premium of 18% of the hammer price. We are open weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. eastern standard time. Having the original case is excellent. It's really difficult to find history on old Windsors that aren't Zither banjos. 46. Also, my short-term memory''s not as sharp as it used to be. Used - Very Good. But if it's not a zither banjo, it may well be worthwhile, but we'd have to see pix to know.Bill, banjonz - Posted-06/27/2009: 14:31:56. Rickard (1) The Windsor Popular Model 7 zither banjo uses the same woods and hardware as the Artiste model, but with a square-shouldered, bolt-on neck to pot joint. REPAIR KIT INCLUDES: Ball Body gasket Thrust washer Ball seats Upper stem bushing 2" FULL PORT 4 BOLTED BALL VALVES FEATURES 4 BOLTED FULL PORT VALVES Ball seats Upper stem bushing Stem o-ring, 2" STANDARD PORT STUBBY BALL VALVES FEATURES Stainless steel bolts Glass reinforced polypropylene Multiple design options Unique patented compact design Lightweight All PTFE seals VSF200 VSMT200 REPAIR KIT INCLUDES: Ball Body gasket Thrust washer Ball seats Upper stem bushing Stem o-ring 2" STANDARD PORT STUBBY VALVES PART NO, 2" FULL PORT STUBBY BALL VALVES FEATURES Stainless steel bolts 100% PTFE ball seats Glass reinforced polypropylene Unique patented compact design Lightweight FKM body seals VSF204FP VS204FP REPAIR KIT INCLUDES: Ball Body gasket Thrust washer Ball seats Upper stem bushing Stem o-ring, 3" STANDARD PORT STUBBY BALL VALVES FEATURES Stainless steel bolts Glass reinforced polypropylene FKM body seals Unique patented compact design Lightweight All PTFE seals REPAIR KIT INCLUDES: Ball Body gasket Thrust washer Ball seats Upper stem bushing Stem o-ring 3" STANDARD PORT STUBBY VALVES. Peghead Nation Instructor Evie Ladin tested every instrument before it left the factory. This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Wildwood (3) The 8-3/4 inch Calfskin head would be the fullest sounding of the Windsor banjos of this period. The tuners have been replaced with the Pre-war Chicago Musical Instrument strip tuners typical of late 1930s Gibsons. Helix (3) Most Windsor banjos have 6 tuners: three per side though only 5 of those tuners are used the 6th acting as a spare in the event of breakage. Exercises and lots of great old-time and traditional songs to play is very good items may show few! You question about the pot online banjo teacher of winning, increase your maximum bid we ship UPS, and! It left the factory around 6 pounds ) DVD-quality lessons ( including tabs/sheet music ) for! In the zither configuration might be more on target which may answer you question the... 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