Yep an early 20th century (probably 1940 or earlier) banjolin. I was given one by a friend a few years back. Needed a dowel rod adjustment, neck shim, New bridge and of course strings but once I did all that it plays and sounds great! Don't try to use modern, heavier mandolin strings like J74's or J75's on it. I use Newtone .008 phosphor bronze strings on mine.
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