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1929 Gibson Style 1 Conversion

1929 Gibson Style 1 Banjo – Prewar Tone with First-Generation One-Piece Flange


FON 9542-23


This 1929 Gibson Style 1 banjo retains all of its original hardware, including the highly sought-after first-generation one-piece flange—a key feature for collectors and players alike. Remarkably, the flange is in excellent condition, a rarity for instruments of this era.

The banjo features a beautifully crafted mahogany Sullivan neck with the correct inlay pattern for this model, offering both period accuracy and modern playability. It's been outfitted with a new Huber HR-30 Tone Ring and a Cockrum bridge, and it has just received a fresh professional setup. The result? That unmistakable Prewar Gibson Flathead Mastertone sound—powerful, rich, and responsive.

The resonator shows honest playwear with some scuffs and scratches, adding character and vintage mojo to this nearly 100-year-old instrument. An original tenor case is included with the sale if desired.

If you're chasing true prewar tone with historic parts and modern performance, this banjo checks every box.


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