Description
Lovies Guitars is Excited to offer up this 1960’s Vega Pete Seeger Weather King 5-String Long Neck Banjo! This is an early and very nice example of the classic Vega longneck “folk” banjo from the early 1960s, originally designed as a custom instrument for Pete Seeger then put into production late in 1958. This is the earlier original style model with a traditional wooden dowel stick, replaced with Gibson-like co-ordinator rods later which added quite a bit of weight to the rim.
This style banjo was an essential piece of equipment for late 1950s and early ’60s folk groups, starting with the Kingston Trio. This actual Seeger signature model longneck was very sought after at the time and considered rather expensive. While not often seen today, this is an interesting and versatile instrument just waiting for revival! Great Shape for its age! Has hardware tarnish, finish wear on the headstock and neck, and marks and indents, 8.5/10. ALL Original. NO Breaks, Cracks or Repairs. All of our guitars are fitted with a fresh set of our favorite strings by Stringjoy! Includes an Original Hard-Shell Case and a Free Sample of Fret-Not, our favorite fretboard cleaner out there, check it out at fretnot.net!
WEIGHS in at: 7.55 lbs
1st Fret: .900”
12th Fret: 1.040”
Nut Width: 1 1/2”
Serial: 125227
SKU: 5891
14 Day Money back return policy. Buy with confidence.
All guitars are GUARANTEED to arrive in described condition for full refund will be issued. All guitars are fully insured and we will deal with any claims.
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