A vintage 1970s Sheltone bluegrass banjo, made in Japan and featuring the classic eagle motif on the resonator. This is a solid retro banjo with plenty of character, ideal for a player looking for an affordable vintage 5-string with that traditional bluegrass look.

Built in the era when many Japanese-made instruments offered excellent value, this Sheltone has the visual appeal and feel collectors and players often look for. The resonator-backed design gives it the punch and projection suited to bluegrass, while the eagle inlay adds a distinctive period touch.

Features:

• 5-string bluegrass banjo.
• Sheltone branded.
• Made in Japan.
• Vintage 1970s instrument.
• Earnie Ball Bluegrass strings extra light
• No case

Condition

its getting on for fifty years old but it’s in nice clean condition, just a couple of nicks on the peg head. Note there is wear to the fingerboard and frets 1 &2 as per photo but does not impact playability. Head is synthetic and shows ware where fingers rest but has years of life in it yet.

lovely banjo in great condition, plays beautifully and sounds fantastic (mellowed with age).