Vintage 1930s Gretsch Clarophone Resonator Banjo Ukulele Banjolele Maple 21″

Vintage 1930s Gretsch Clarophone Resonator Banjo Ukulele Banjolele Maple 21″

This is a vintage unmarked Gretsch Clarophone (circa 1930s) resonator banjolele (banjo ukulele) in very good condition. It comes with its original chip-board case (in rough condition). It has a maple closed-back and maple sides. The solid maple neck is beautifully constructed and has excellent grain. The celluloid tuners are original. 

The banjo head appears to be natural skin and is in excellent condition. One of the 10 ring tensioners is replaced. There are 8 sound holes around the sides. There are no crack or repairs anywhere.

Size and Specs:

  • Frets: 17
  • Scale: 13″
  • Overall length: 21″
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Description

This is a vintage unmarked Gretsch Clarophone (circa 1930s) resonator banjolele (banjo ukulele) in very good condition. It comes with its original chip-board case (in rough condition). It has a maple closed-back and maple sides. The solid maple neck is beautifully constructed and has excellent grain. The celluloid tuners are original. 

The banjo head appears to be natural skin and is in excellent condition. One of the 10 ring tensioners is replaced. There are 8 sound holes around the sides. There are no crack or repairs anywhere.

Size and Specs:

  • Frets: 17
  • Scale: 13″
  • Overall length: 21″

Free shipping in the Continental United States. Shipping available outside the Continental US. Please feel free to ask any questions.

Additional information

Weight 8 lbs
Dimensions 30 × 16 × 8 in
Brand

Gretsch

Model

Clarophone

Year

1930s