Gibson RB-170 1963, Natural

$2,000.00

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Specs


Instrument	Banjos
Brand	Gibson
Model	RB-170
Finish	Natural
SKU	BJ7764-A
Handedness	Right
Made In Year	1963
Neck/Fingerboard	Mahogany neck w/ Rosewood Fretboard
Tone Ring	None (multi-ply wood rim with brass hoop)
Head	11"
Dowel Stick	Single Coordinator Rod
Scale Length	26.6"
Nut Width	1.19"
Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N)	N
Case	HC
Modifications/Repairs	N/A

Description

This 1963 Gibson RB-170 is a stripped-down, folk-era gem built with simplicity and tone in mind. Featuring a mahogany neck, rosewood fingerboard, and a brass tension hoop mounted on a multi-ply rim, it delivers a warm, articulate voice that's perfect for old-time and clawhammer styles. Lightweight, comfortable, and effortlessly playable, this open-back banjo captures the unpretentious charm and clarity that defined Gibson’s early '60s acoustic craftsmanship.

Comes with HC

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