Tom
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This evening at uke practice I was allowed privileged to play an aging 'no-name' banjo uke owned by a member of the band and a long-time uke player (this lady has played uke for 60 years). I have the instrument at home for the next week, courtesy of the owner.
The uke was acquired several years ago from the estate of a passed band member, and it's origins are unknown. There are no markings to suggest who the manufacturer might be, and it's clearly a little the worse for wear. Damage is evident in the fretboard, the back of the neck, the back and sides of the body. The drum (skin) is also a little the worse for wear. The Mother-of-Pearl inlay in the neck suggests that this is not be a home-made uke or an el cheapo.
Anyone have any clue or suggestions who the manufacturer might be?
The uke was acquired several years ago from the estate of a passed band member, and it's origins are unknown. There are no markings to suggest who the manufacturer might be, and it's clearly a little the worse for wear. Damage is evident in the fretboard, the back of the neck, the back and sides of the body. The drum (skin) is also a little the worse for wear. The Mother-of-Pearl inlay in the neck suggests that this is not be a home-made uke or an el cheapo.
Anyone have any clue or suggestions who the manufacturer might be?