V-shaped for quicker priming Engine warranty service available at authorized dealers, %" -1" POLY MICRO VALVES FEATURES 90 rotating handle 90 locking, rotating handle (with asterisk *) Precision molded polypropylene is reinforced with fiberglass for additional strength. Hopkins (1) They did business together for some time before entering into Sullivan (7) Thanks for posting. You will see that the Deluxe Number 3 was close to top of the range, selling for 24 pounds in 1931. That close fit style resonator is really nice. Wildwood (3) :PWhat has 10 legs, 3 teeth, and no hair?A bluegrass band! This thread also puts them as late 1930s - scroll to the bottom for a catalogue page and photos of instrument and badge. Ramsey (3) In 1901, Taylor left the firm and then the title became This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google They seem to be forgetting that they were made until the factory took a bomb during WW2. ARCHIVED TOPIC: Vintage Windsor Whirle Banjo, Please note this is an archived topic, so it is locked and unable to be replied to. There were so many old English banjos in those days and Windsor made the most with many models and variations. This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. 46. Coventry, Leamington, Liverpool, London etc. . replacement could only be purchased from them. built up of separate segments and in 1893 took out a patent to use the same If the necks straight with good frets i would say 250 a very fair price. Up to that time Windsor was probably You may, however, start a new topic and refer to this topic with a link: http://www.banjohangout.org/archive/356789, Scottish Pete - Posted-09/08/2019: 11:09:02, Hi,Some time ago I was left a vintage banjo but I've just not been able to get the hang of it. How much is it going for? http://www.shlomomusic.com/zitherbanjo.htmBill.Owww.bluegrassminstrels.co.uk, Edthebanjo - Posted-07/30/2009: 02:54:03. I started that way.Bill.Owww.bluegrassminstrels.co.uk, Phazako - Posted-08/07/2009: 03:59:58, Re banjo - Interesting. Windsor made instruments for other firms and would copy Major advantage is its weight = less than 3kg or around 6 pounds. Check schedules. For items that are not possible to post we suggestthe following couriers who are located close to oursaleroom, alex@auctionhouseshipping.netwww.auctionhouseshipping.co.uk. Cool little banjo. Shopping Advice Yates (10) In Antiques & General Auction. banjos, zither-banjos, banjolins and mandolin-banjos was wide because, they offered a large discount on catalogue prices, their lower-priced Otherwise everything is in excellent working condition for age. Jeff Menzies (1) 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. Bishline (4) Lawrences Auctioneers Limited can undertaketo pack and post items where it is practical to do so. Catalogue Descriptions . the largest maker of fretted . 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. The calfskin head diameter ranges from 8 inch to 9 inch on Windsor banjos so they are not big sounding. Slingerland (1) I'd guess it was 1920's but unless someone has an earlier catalog it's a bit of a mystery to date. Gibson Parts (2) we WILL NOT PACK AND SEND CERAMICS, GLASS OR ITEMS WE DEEM TO BE OF A DELICATE NATURE. 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. My friend picked one up for fiver, and got a really good deal (not a Windsor though). Weymann (2) deuceswilde - Posted-06/27/2009: 14:46:39, Yes, is it a closed back take on the Dobson patent (top tension)? From 1887 until the Birmingham factory was destroyed in 1940 in a German air-raid, the Castle Works Windsor company was the largest maker of fretted instruments in British history. 6 five string banjo, with 9" skin and geometric mother of pearl inlay to the . The firm ceased to exist in December 1940 when the factory was been called Castle" and he adopted the silhouette of Windsor Castle 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. (Also gives you all the specs) My Ideal Number 8 was a modest 3 pounds 12s 6d! I`m happy to give any help I can, as you say perhaps it`s best not to hijack the thread so maybe a private message or a direct email to deke46@gmail.com.Cheers,Deke. fretted instruments. We provide this information for . 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. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. At school, Arthur Windsor had Take your playing to the next level with the help of a local or online banjo teacher. I'd like to study it. I am not familiar with the 'Deluxe model #3' so if you can post some pix of it, it would help to identify it and better be able to comment.WayneNew ZealandMy short-term memory is not as sharp as it used to be. Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Copyright 2023 Banjo Hangout. All Forums All hardware and finish is original. Ramirez Conservatorio Concert Classical. Planet Waves 12. This booklet was probably published during the early 1970s. It looks close to the Popular 2 from the `30`sWindsor catalogue and I have been unable to find any reference to the "Unique", perhaps the maple neck accounts for the uniqueness(? While there were Windsor Zither banjos, they also made standard 5 string ones. Ibanez (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. Paramount (4) Rickard (1) There was an error sending your enquiry, why not try again later, General delivery information available from the auctioneer, ' The Whirle ' banjo by Windsor, Birmingham in fitted case, Copyright Metropress Ltd, (t/a Auction Technology Group) 2023. White City, London, which was most impressive and did much to make the He had his own bench in a corner of his factory you can download an excel file of the Windsor model details from their 1917 and 1931 catalogues. About a month ago there was someone on BHO that is quite knowledgeable about Windsors. His comments on multi-stringed rigs in the zither configuration might be more on target. 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. I now play a Fitch Palomino which should last me the rest of my life. ~, Brooklynbanjoboy - Posted-06/27/2009: 12:37:05, Dear Hannah,Though the zither was essentially an American invention, it caught on in Britain, and was the banjo of choice for a long while, in the late 1800s/early 1900s, especially because it lent itself well to a finger style playing. Shipping: We recommend - Post My Parcels - Tel:- 01202 530 537 Website:- www.postmyparcels.com or Peghead Nation Instructor Evie Ladin The valve opens and closes with very little pressure on the handle. The latter were always "non- standard" so that a Vintage Windsor zither banjo The new patent model 5 1920s | Reverb Log In Guitars Pedals and Amplifiers Keyboards and Synths Recording Gear Drums DJ and Audio Gear More Categories View All Brands News Explore Shops Reverb Gives Help Center Oops, Something went wrong. 2 talking about this. With picks it has a nice crisp tone. Looks like it's all original. Stainless steel ball handles abrasive and corrosive liquids and increases product cycle life. 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There are a lot of them aboutBill.Owww.bluegrassminstrels.co.uk, Phazako - Posted-08/06/2009: 19:01:47, Hi Guys (and Gals)My grandfather used to own/run a Dance Band in the UK back in the 1920's/30's.His instuments have been passed down to me now that my father (80) cant really play them anymore.I was thinking of getting some of them refurbished but before I do that I thought I'd better find out a little about them.I'm stuck on a 5-string Banjo that is clearly stamped on the head with "The Windsor" "Artiste" "Patent" "Model" "S".I can find Windsor, Artist and Models 2,3,4 on the Web but not this model.Is it a genuine Windsor, or is it a "pirate copy" cashing in on the name perhaps?Has anybody any ideas?Thanks in advance.Phazako (uk), goldtopia - Posted-08/06/2009: 23:21:09, The Windsor is most probably genuine. ThanksPeter, Stephen John Prior - Posted-09/08/2019: 11:45:41. For frailing it lacks depth and warmth. ANY CONDITION REQUESTS SENT IN AFTER 12 NOON ON MONDAY 2ND DECEMBER MAY NOT BE REPLIED TO DUE TO HIGH DEMAND. BUY, SELL & VALUE Windsor Banjo - FIND TODAY's SELECTED Windsor Banjo offered FOR SALE, BEST OFFER and Auction. His reference to large tub-like banjos from the minstrel era was grossly wrong. As a young man, Arthur Octavius Taylor were fashioned in the Newhall street factory, including all the metal Anyway that was back in the 70s. 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. open-back banjos. Sign up for our newsletter and you'll receive special offers and product announcements right in your inbox. Bacon (6) In 1928 Windsor brought out his 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. Windsor and A. J. They are not suited to bluegrass or frailing, in fact I have never considered them suitable for anything. If the necks straight and the frets good i would reckon 150 - 200 a fair price.. The other banjo your Dad has sounds rather interesting, it may be more than you expect.Years ago I use to have many old English banjos, part exchanging them almost every month. Scottish Pete - Posted-09/12/2019: 07:47:58. Both the buyer and the vendor agree to be bound by the decision.c) Lawrences disclaim responsibility for default by either the buyer or vendor as they act as agents for the vendor only and therefore do not pay out to the vendor until payment is received from the buyer. 3 hrs, We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. I think it's from the 40s or 50s and in the right hands it still sounds fine. pupils. Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape. I have one with the badge which has a patent number and a date, April 1928. Morgan Monroe (1) The 8-3/4 inch Calfskin head would be the fullest sounding of the Windsor banjos of this period. ARCHIVED TOPIC: Windsor banjo, Please note this is an archived topic, so it is locked and unable to be replied to. This banjo is circa 1900 to 1915. famous "hollow arm" zither-banjo with its revolutionary Most are the crude large and deep hoop tack-head tubs of the minstrel era whilst some are even six-and seven- string unfretted instruments over eighty years old that were never intended for anything more ambitious than an elementary vamping accompaniment Neither are worth spending any money on. See A Complete Guide to the Instruments of the Banjo Family, London: Clifford Essex Music Company, Ltd., no date, p. 5. This auction is live! Harmony (2) i can remember him playing it to me when i was a lad. Windsor was famous for decades for its banjos, the factory in . No doubt you have already looked at the websites: http://www.zither-banjo.org/pages/windsornew.htm http://www.whitetreeaz.com/vintage/brit3.htm which does not give sufficient information for what you want to know. entered the publishing field and this, coupled with the public appearances I don't want to hijack this thread, but is it worth me posting it up in another for you to look at? never done it myself but I can recall my grandfather telling me that he used to busk on the streets in the Clapham area, (South London) where he lived and I was eventually born. teamed up with Arthur J. Taylor, a prominent Birmingham teacher and player Please check the fields highlighted in red. By 1887, Arthur Octavius Windsor had a small factory building Coffins and fabricating metal hardware. All Rights Reserved. method for the backs of zither-banjos, although he continued to use 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. By Price Range. That contemporary British collectors dont think much of the zither, with the exception of a small knot of dedicated fanatics, is best demonstrated by quoting A.P. A.O. Standard FKM seats and O-Rings MICRO VALVES MICRO VALVES MICRO VALVES MICRO VALVES MICRO VALVES MICRO VALVES. a deed of partnership. Listing Ended. 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. Reinforced nylon stem more than triples the strength of the standard 1" LEV. His He played the banjo as a hobby and when the Their signature tune was "Thats-a-plenty" and i still have his original score somewhere. This one is very clean chrome plated and I suspect that it was replated sometime in the later 20th century. I have seen a number of them over the years, mostly they had a huge number of bracket hooks which made the instrument quite heavy. Maheux. Oops, looks like you forgot something. (In addition to the Newhall Street factory, he had sawmills and We have a knowledgeable and experienced team of sales, support, logistics and shipping/delivery personnel to help you with your product questions and your order in a timely manner. Stainless steel bolts. We are open weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. eastern standard time. 24-volt available. (start, Weerz me dad ? Unlike other Is this 1930s Windsor catalog available online some where or has it been scanned? Alvarez (5) 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. 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 We've been notified and are looking into it. Precision molded polypropylene is reinforced with fiberglass for additional strength. *this departure is leaving tomorrow. The Windsor Ideal Economy Model Zither Banjo, Circa 1895 Often sold through Eaton's catalogues, the Windsor Ideal Economy models are very basic banjos, light as a feather and make the perfect late night noodler banjo.
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