If you continue, we will assume that you agree to, http://www.banjohangout.org/archive/151390, http://www.hobgoblin.com/local/37X1177-u-page.htm, http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Windsor-Whirlarms=65%3A12, http://www.zither-banjo.org/pages/windsornew.htm, http://www.shlomomusic.com/zitherbanjo.htm, http://www.whitetreeaz.com/vintage/brit3.htm, '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. '. They also supplied many of their cheaper stock Flinthill (2) A Windsor model 7 banjo. Stelling (15) In the early days, Windsor ).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.Best of luck,Deke. Deke where are you ? ~, G'day HannahIf you go to: http://www.zither-banjo.org/pages/windsornew.htmyou can download an excel file of the Windsor model details from their 1917 and 1931 catalogues. http://www.shlomomusic.com/zitherbanjo.htmBill.Owww.bluegrassminstrels.co.uk, Edthebanjo - Posted-07/30/2009: 02:54:03. that year. playing a "Windsor" did much to boost sales. Anyway that was back in the 70s. Catalogue Descriptions . It's really difficult to find history on old Windsors that aren't Zither banjos. Binding: Paperback catalogue and loose sheets, The catalogue not only gives pictures but prices for the actual banjos, cases, fittings, etc. I did eventaually find a really nice banjo (don't remember the make) with an etched brass resonator and hoop which was filled in with colours. Watch the auction as a guest You have been outbid. Used - Very Good. 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. Home is where the Banjo is .x. . :PWhat has 10 legs, 3 teeth, and no hair?A bluegrass band! Fairbanks (5) Once when busking in Portobabello Road Market in London playing an Ibanez an American spotted it in its case and like a fool I sold it to him. I have setup these three banjos at 6/64 inch action with light gauge strings: ideal for a mix of clawhammer and fingerstyle. Works". 0. Windsor Zither Banjo - Becoming A Banjo Player By Accident - Guitar Story - The Washboard Resonators 1,215 views Oct 29, 2020 42 Dislike Share The Washboard Resonators 5.39K subscribers. I've seen a fair number of Windsor's but never that model. Beethoven at Home offers banjo lessons in La Sarre with a team of certified banjo teachers local to La Sarre. It is not always possible to insure the items, ifyou are in doubt pleasecontact usprior todespatch. A Windsor Premier banjo model 3, nut to bridge 26.5 inches, 22 frets, with chrome body and open back, . If so you may be one of the very few people who can shed some light on my Premier. Find the travel option that best suits you. It was built around 1920. 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). (Also gives you all the specs)My Ideal Number 8 was a modest 3 pounds 12s 6d! ', 'Ron Coleman Outlaw five string banjo neck in curly maple', 'What's w/ all of the aviation near misses lately ? That has to be a trip to visit Dad and get the next banjo which I personally haven't seen for over 35years as it's been in it's case stored in the back of a wardrobe. DVD-quality lessons (including tabs/sheet music) available for immediate viewing on any device. The resonator is 13 inches across. A turn of the century English banjo - trying to keep up with the times! Colour photographs used in this catalogue may not accurately reflect true colours. The only way would be too buy something rather more upmarket like a Clifford Essex or a Cammeyer, but I could not afford anything like. The Banjo Challenge; Find a Teacher. I found one thats a Windsor Deluxe model number 3 and don't know whether it's worth getting or how much its value would be or any othre info..Thankss, Hannah xx~ .x. You need to be registered and approved to bid at this auction. THE AUCTIONThe Auctioneer has absolute discretion to divide any lot, to combine any two or more lots or to withdraw any lot from the sale, to refuse bids, regulate bidding or cancel the sale without giving any reason or without prior notice. Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Copyright 2023 Banjo Hangout. Thanks for posting. Enjoy the hassle-free travel experience the bus offers by taking the bus from La Sarre with our trustworthy bus partners. IDEAL MODEL NO 8 A cracking banjo to play. Deering (23) Hopkins (1) Stainless steel bolts. There were so many old English banjos in those days and Windsor made the most with many models and variations. I'm keen to stop hogging it and move it on to someone who who will persevere more than me. Scottish Pete - Posted-09/10/2019: 22:55:47, Scottish Pete - Posted-09/11/2019: 05:11:56. Aria (3) Catalogue Reproduced below are pages from the Windsor catalogue issued in the 1930's, this was probably the last catalogue the Company issued. In March 1892 he goldtopia - Posted-07/30/2009: 05:34:35, It depends what Windsor it is. 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 Any ideas?And so to next week. Banjo lessons from our teachers take place either as an in-home lesson, at our teacher's studios or online via Zoom. The Windsor Popular Model 7 Zither Banjo - Circa 1910 - Antique - 5 Strings. I say if it is a zither banjo, and you can get it for less than $300 in good to go condition, buy it. Perfect Touch 2. You need to be registered and approved to bid at this auction. Reinforced nylon stem more than triples the strength of the standard 1" LEV. 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. We ship UPS, FedEx and LTL freight carriers throughout the United States. 2. Please try again. There is very minor chipping to the inlay edging to the rear of the wooden pot (please see pictures). Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates. Edited by - Stephen John Prior on 09/08/2019 11:46:53, Scottish Pete - Posted-09/09/2019: 00:55:24, BanjoNose - Posted-09/09/2019: 07:40:42. 46. BanjoNose - Posted-09/10/2019: 01:52:42. He played the banjo as a hobby and when the thousands of instruments each year, Click here to This is undertaken entirely at the cost and risk ofthe purchaser. Lot 1571 'The Whirle' Windsor banjo ukulele, case; also a Savana banjo ukulele, case and a banjo mandolin, Previous Lot. The Windsor Popular Model 7 Zither Banjo - Circa 1910 - Antique - 5 Strings. ARCHIVED TOPIC: Windsor Popular 5 string . You may, however, start a new topic and refer to this topic with a link: http://www.banjohangout.org/archive/151390, banjo~gal - Posted-06/27/2009: 12:18:04, Hey guysJust wondering if anyone knows anything about the Windsor banjos? Sell a Banjo. -Joel HooksSuccess always comes to those who have the money to buy it.-The Adventures of a Banjo Player, 1884 p.26, goldtopia - Posted-06/27/2009: 22:20:28, I have never liked zither banjos. Collector's Corner Search. Paramount (4) instrument started to become universally played he made some instruments In 1928 Windsor brought out his Less elegant and less labour intensive construction technique and arguably more repairable as the neck and be easily removed and replaced. All Forums All Rights Reserved. Second Life Banjo--Ca (3) In Antiques, Silver, Collectables, Jewelry and In. Prucha (3) Pitch-Key 1. Your question has been sent to the auctioneer. Windsor acquired a thorough knowledge of wood and metal working and by 1887 His off-time was spent pursuing his passion for banjos which he soon applied by opening a new factory, eventually employing 25 makers to build his ever expanding line of banjos and other fretted instruments. Check schedules. The fact that Oakley changed to zither banjo and was Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. banjos. No Image. Shopping Advice soloists), did much to publicise the instruments they made and a studio was Workmanship is very good and the quality of the metal castings and machine work is a delight. Lawrences do not accept responsibility as to the authenticity, date, age, period, provenance, attribution or condition of any lot. We provide this information for . replacement could only be purchased from them. lets hope he can help.Bill.Owww.bluegrassminstrels.co.uk, revdmike - Posted-08/07/2009: 02:23:59, Phazako - Posted-08/07/2009: 02:46:53, Thanks for that Bill, I wait with baited breathe for more news.The "action" is a little high on this instrument due to the arm lifting slightly from the pan but knowing that it's probably a genuine Windsor (and of course the sentimental value it has) I think I'll get quotes for it's refurbishment. Self-aligning ball moves freely against the PTFE seats for smooth operation. The 8-1/4 inch calfskin head drops into a Walnut veneered pot that shows plenty of honest wear and chips. But I like it! @deke461 thanks for the help. A cooection of autobiographical childhood storie, The Key in the Lock , immigration control in England from 1066 t, When you wore a Tulip and I wore a Big Red Rose. Vintage, Rare and Handbuilt Stringed Instruments Banjo Stringed Instruments Banjo Windsor For Sale on VintageandRare.com. They did business together for some time before entering into Stephen John Prior - Posted-09/13/2019: 02:58:09. It differs from the earlier fancier models. Some are rather clever.Insofar as market/collecting value, as a noted banjo collector used to say, any banjo is only as valuable as the amount of money youd be willing to spend to have it in your inventory right now. 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. famous "hollow arm" zither-banjo with its revolutionary Given away free of charge, it helped sell the instruments which were already Ibanez (1) This auction is live! The walnut neck is fitted with an ebony veneer fretboard and the tuner buttons are carved bone. You will see that the Deluxe Number 3 was close to top of the range, selling for 24 pounds in 1931. set aside for him in the factory to enable him to carry on with his teaching ', 'Ron Coleman Outlaw five string banjo neck in curly maple', 'What's w/ all of the aviation near misses lately ? White City, London, which was most impressive and did much to make the REPAIR KIT INCLUDES: Ball Body gasket Thrust washer Ball seats Upper stem bushing Stem o-ring VALVE 2"-4" 6 BOLTED VALVES FEATURES FKM seals. Take your playing to the next level with the help of a local or online banjo teacher. In The Interiors Sale. That close fit style resonator is really nice. *this departure is leaving tomorrow. He had a stand at the British Industries Fair, The only way was by taking a bit off the feet of the bridge which was still not sufficient but was playable. The 8-3/4 inch Calfskin head would be the fullest sounding of the Windsor banjos of this period. Though Windsor described their pot hardware as chromium plated, my guess is that was a generic term and they were actually nickel plated. PTFE self-lubricating stem bushings and seats cannot stick or bind. He had his own bench in a corner of his factory 4 Zither 5-String Banjo w/HSC & Rare! Watch the auction as a guest . teamed up with Arthur J. Taylor, a prominent Birmingham teacher and player If the necks straight with good frets i would say 250 a very fair price. Reinforced nylon stem more than triples the strength of the standard 1" LEV. Learn clawhammer from the beginning, with basic technique exercises and lots of great old-time and traditional songs to play. Bishline (4) His The first wood rims were made in the early 1900's and were really fancy.Can you post a photo of the back with the resonator removed there should be a plate which may help date it. 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Stainless steel ball handles abrasive and corrosive liquids and increases product cycle life. been called Castle" and he adopted the silhouette of Windsor Castle Carbon & ceramic seal faces with stainless steel cup and spring with EPDM rubber. Thanks Pete. He registered numerous patents on his developments. English Mandolin Banjo brand Windsor, model 1 c. 1920 String instruments banjo Antique English mandolin banjo from the brand Windsor, model 1 with an original suitcase. This one is very clean chrome plated and I suspect that it was replated sometime in the later 20th century. Standard FKM seats and O-Rings MICRO VALVES MICRO VALVES MICRO VALVES MICRO VALVES MICRO VALVES MICRO VALVES. He may bid on behalf of the vendor for all goods which are being offered, subject to reserve or at the Auctioneers discretion.The highest bidder shall be the buyer except in the case of a dispute. ProPik 20. Major advantage is its weight = less than 3kg or around 6 pounds. Orpheum (2) 3 hrs, We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Washburn (2) instruments branded with the retailer's name as maker. Unfortunately, your registration has been declined by the auctioneer. 1 hr, 'Ron Coleman Outlaw five string banjo neck in curly maple' 3 hrs, 'What's w/ all of the aviation near misses lately ? ' This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. resonator-type back. It's in the original case which is stamped from Windsors.Pics coming up. One of the top Windsor models, the Artiste model 4 zither banjo features a Walnut neck with inlaid Ebony fretboard moulded to the rosewood pot, trimmed in boxwood. Their signature tune was "Thats-a-plenty" and i still have his original score somewhere. @deke46 Do you have the full Windsor catalogues from the 20s and 30s? Listing Ended. But it's a rare bird and a very cool Windsor. It was at this time the firm started to make This booklet was probably published during the early 1970s. ODE (2) 1 departures/day. Sign up for our newsletter and you'll receive special offers and product announcements right in your inbox. The heel shape is nice but again differs from the early wood rims. 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. It has less rim brackets and doesn't have the neck angle adjuster on the bottom end of the dowel. 'Taylor (both of whom were first-class banjo Fender (8) parts used. Richelieu (1) after his own design. Each lot is at the sole risk of the buyer from the fall of the hammer. 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