Factory Order Number: EW1800. This banjo features its original flange, tuners, and other hardware, minus the modern replaced tailpipe.1937–1939 Recording King Model 1584 (M-6) – Original 5-String, Gibson Made A rare, pre-war Recording King Model 1584 (M-6), built by Gibson in Kalamazoo for Montgomery Ward between 1937 and 1939. Though unbranded as a Gibson, this banjo was made alongside Gibson's own models and shares many of their construction features. This original five-string example features the distinctive Recording King peghead and fan inlays, a one-piece flange, grooved tension hoop, 1/2" maple rim, hoop-style tone ring, and deep curly maple resonator designed for increased volume and projection. An exceptional opportunity to own an authentic Gibson-made, pre-war five-string Recording King—one of the most desirable and collectible banjos of the era. Fresh setup, this one is great for the collector OR player!
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