Gibson banjos were the center of the banjo universe for decades, but with the rise of serious amplification and rock music, the banjo as an instrument fell out of popular favour. It was still found in various music genres, particularly Irish, traditional jazz and bluegrass, but not much beyond them.But, for a variety of reasons (including the devastating 2010 Nashville flood), Gibson has stopped producing banjos with no announced plans to restart. Other small makers, particularly Deering,Nechville, and Stelling have stepped up and are building some of the finest banjos ever made.This fine example of an early 1960s Gibson Mastertone TB-250 Tenor Banjo is in great condition, with no significant wear — especially given its age.This particular banjo is one owner from new.  Purchased new in 1961, or 1962.Beautiful condition overall.  Please view the photos and submit your offer. Thank you.Neck Mahogany neck with bound rosewood fingerboard, 19 frets. Mother of pearl position marker inlays, Gibson headstock logos.Frets Original frets with minor wear.Body Arch top style, with sunburst resonator.Finish Original gloss sunburst nitrocellulose lacquer finish.Hardware/electronics All original, nickel plated hardware. One tuning peg needed to be sured up with a nut many moons ago.Playability/Action Plays well and you can of course set the instrument up to the player’s requirements.Case Black hardshell case included with pink plush interior.  Case is the original one purchased with the banjo.Bid with confidence! Our items are unconditionally guaranteed to be authentic & as described, but if for any reason, you are not completely satisfied we will refund the purchase price & shipping costs. We have positive feedback from nearly 1,000 happy buyers from all over the world. w/aPLEASE NOTE: If you are bidding on more than one item (which we hope you are), please wait until you have finished bidding to pay. If you pay for items separately, we incur extra PayPal fees & under eBay & PayPal rules, items paid for separately must be shipped separately. Item must be paid within 7 days of auction closing, all shipping paid by the buyer.  International bidders outside North America, please contact me for a shipping quote before you bid AS I WILL ONLY SHIP WITH FULL TRACKING.  Paypal only please.  Thank you