Photos. FREE USA SHIPPING. Tenor, Plectrum, Regular and Mandolin Styles HE "Little Wonder" Special Model is every- thing its name implies—a beauty in appearance, a wonder for tone and the highest quality for the price. Photos . I put 17 fret (20 inch scale) tenor banjo neck on Vega Little Wonder Banjo Mandolin Pot(10 1/8" diameter). Here's a very playable Vega mandolin-banjo, and one that's enjoying its 100th birthday. Ending Friday at 6:08PM PST 3d 14h. Almost not played anymore would the 8 string mandolin-banjo. I specialize in banjo repairs, banjo restorations, and banjo consignments of vintage 4 string,5 string,6 string,8 string banjo, banjo guitar,banjo mandolin, etc. Maple construction 17 … Banjohaven also sells vintage 4 string instrument parts. A cool instrument from the early 20th century, this Vega Fairbanks Little Wonder banjo mandolin has a tortoise plastic-bound maple rim and a 2-piece maple neck. This instrument is in very good+ condition. This is very close in build, materials, and specs to a Vega "Little Wonder" banjo mandolin though the styling is somewhere between a Vega "style K" and "Little Wonder" in looks. Work included replacing the missing neck binding, a fret level/dress, cleaning, parts replacement, and setup. The headstock features a pearwood overlay and 4-on-a-plate tuners with ivoroid buttons. CALL TODAY 404-372-5482. 12 inch rim with genuine Calf skin by Joe B this one sports the "gryphon" peghead inlay. Banjo for sale 1920s Vega Little Wonder. Probably not the bottom, but certainly not a top of the line model. It has 28 brackets, shoes and nuts (the sign reads “no brackets and shoes, no service”) and, guess what, 28 screws and washers. The Little Wonder is one of Vega’s prewar open-back models. vintage vega mandolin by renowned makers vega of boston massachusetts usa. The serial #92329 matches the dowel stick. Vega offered banjos in many sizes, so it stands to reason the 28 flanges would predate the 4 pieces, since they could go on a greater variety of sizes. or Best Offer. The Little Wonder name was used on tenor banjos, plectrum banjos, guitar banjos, mandolin banjos, and melody banjos. Virtually un-played. Built by the Vega Company of Boston, Massachusetts. 1930's Gibson TB-00. C … 17 fret tenor banjo with after-market resonator. Show Less. The Vega Little Wonder is a versatile, bright, responsive banjo with a very modest price made in America. Buy It Now. 10-1/8" diameter maple rim with steel hoop tonering. Pre-Owned. It has a 11 inch pot with a whyte laydie tone ring which is original to the pot and makes it a rare find. The Vega Senator’s appearance and sound is a great pick for the player working to achieve the Old Time, Classical, Folk, Civil War music. This Vega Little Wonder tenor banjo probably dates to 1920's, according to the serial number of 63191 (printed both on the dowelstick and the inside of the rim). Generous dimensions: 1 5/16" at nut. $849 FREE USA SHIPPING Pre War Vega Little Wonder Tenor Banjo This is a Pre War Vega Little Wonder that is in great shape and fully functional. The instrument shows very little use in its 90 years and is ready to tune up … This banjo features a violin … CALL TODAY 404-372-5482. For Sale £925 I purchased this instrument as is and did a restoration. Pre War Vega Little Wonder Tenor Banjo. It's entirely original save for a replacement (c.1900) bridge from my parts bin and an aftermarket screw-on resonator.Work included replacing the missing neck binding, a fret level/dress, cleaning, parts replacement, and setup. Dec 24, 2012 - 1927 Vega Little Wonder mandolin banjo S/N #77545 This instrument is a pristine example of the golden age of mandolin banjos. No dowelstick. It is all maple with a simple tone ring and 10-1/8" rim with original calfskin head and Vega bridge. A cool instrument from the early 20th century, this Vega Fairbanks Little Wonder banjo mandolin has a tortoise plastic-bound maple rim and 2-piece maple neck. The Little Wonder was one of the lower priced introductory models in the Vega line. This Vega "Little Wonder" Banjolin (or mando-banjo) was made in the 1940's. This can be strung up either as a banjo ukulele, or as a 4-string mandolin (it can handle the steel strings for that purpose). 1920's 4 String Tenor Banjo Vega Little Wonder - $600 (NEW ORLEANS) 1920's Vega Little Wonder Tenor 4-String Banjo w/ Original Case. There was no five string version of the Little Wonder… Its tone is clear and brilliant, due to the ring mounted under the head, giving forth that distinct banjo twang which is characteristic of Vega Banjos. No model is stated on the wooden dowel, but it is most similar to a “Little Wonder." Burnt orange finish with some flaking. It's a curious instrument and my guess is it was built by Vega/Fairbanks in Boston and then resold under some other name. Vega 10 1/8" Little Wonder pot from a banjo-mandolin. Vega Little Wonder 8-string banjo mandolin POA : Vega Model 'N' 17 fret tenor banjo tuned GDAE. Both the comfortable neck and quality rim are stained with a deep warm brown. Pre War Vega Little Wonder Tenor Banjo w Original Case BANJOWAREHOUSE ATLANTA. The conversion 5 string neck has great craftmanship and easy to play. Of course the original calfskin head is long gone, and the bridge is somewhat custom but works well. A slightly newer hardshell case (a … Banjo Tenor Vega Little Wonder 12 inch maple rim . $100.00 shipping. New hooks and nuts. This rare bird has the typical 10-1/8" rim of the standard Little Wonder banjo-mandolin, but with a 4-string "melody banjo" neck. The headstock features a pearwood overlay and 4-on-a-plate tuners with ivoroid buttons. Includes Original Hardshell Case. The patent for the individual flange plates was filed 10/30/1923 and issued to Carl Nelson 08/11/1925. A lovely 1928 Vega Little Wonder 19 fret tenor banjo, all original complete with piecrust resonator. This model has no separate tone ring, just a brass rolled bead between the skin head and the rim. Comparing the Gibson Jr. and Vega Little Wonder is interesting. Beautiful sounding, easy playing Vega Fairbanks Little Wonder banjolin (or banjo mandolin--banjo body with a mandolin neck, 8 strings). VINTAGE 1921 VEGA"LITTLE WONDER" BANJO-MANDOLIN OVERVIEW: This instrument is still exactly as I got it- dirty and unrestored. Includes Original Hardshell Case. This is a Pre War Vega Little Wonder that is in great shape and fully functional. The Vega Little Wonder is perfect for the banjo player that wants a bright and responsive tone with an older feel and appearance. More details to follow. Good luck bidding. Pre War Vega Little Wonder Tenor Banjo. Banjo Tenor Vega Little . There is something simply delightful and even adorable about a “little” Vega 4-string banjo that has all the structural and cosmetic features of bigger banjos but in a diminutive form. This has been inspected and set up at the Banjo Warehouse in Atlanta Georgia. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Vintage 1920's VEGA Little Wonder Banjo / Mandolin at the best online prices at eBay! 10-15/16" maple rim with a pro natural refinish. Fairbanks banjo made by Vega Company Boston "Style K", together with two boxes of strings and extra parts. There are a lot of them out there, they used to be very popular. The Little Wonder name was used on tenor banjos, plectrum banjos, guitar banjos, mandolin banjos, and melody banjos. It has a “rolled bead” of brass that acts as a small yet effective variation on a tone ring providing the instrument’s sound more punch and drive. FOUR STRING & MANDOLIN BANJOS . Rim sizes were 10 1/8", 10 15/16", and 11 13/ 16". 1920's Vega Regent Plectrum Banjo w/ Resonator. There was a headstock crack (see picture) that has been expertly repaired. First, I restrung both with GHS Ultra Lite mandolin strings (.009 – .013 – .020 – .032 inch). New Listing VINTAGE VEGA LITTLE WONDER MANDOLIN BANJO 1920 EXCEPTIONAL CONDITION. $849.00. mojo AGE: The serial number 41838 is stamped twice and indicates this banjo mandolin was made in 1921. Maple rim and neck, and the head size is 10-1/16". This has been inspected and set up at the Banjo … When you step up to a Little Wonder you get a banjo featuring a durable ebony fingerboard that gives you the look and feel of a professional instrument. This is Vega 'Little Wonder' (so named for its spunover tonering) banjo mandolin and the serial dates it to 1922. So it will need some cleaning and set-up. $849. Top Rated Seller Top Rated Seller. It has a Waverly fiberskyn 2 head. NLA : Windsor Vaux. For Jeniffer Fairbanks by Vega company little Wonder Banjo in rough shape. VERY short neck. 1920 Vega Style K Rim. This is Vega "Little Wonder" (so named for its spunover tonering) banjo mandolin and the serial dates it to 1922. NFS : Windsor Vaux Guitarjo with resonator POA : Windsor Melody Banjo. From United States +C $109.12 shipping estimate. C $382.25. 2 … It's entirely original save for a replacement (c.1900) bridge from my parts bin and an aftermarket screw-on resonator. Original throughout, all that's missing is the tailpiece cover, which doesn't really impair its function. I have a Banjo I would like to get a value on.Fairbanks Banjo Vega Company Boston, MA Style L has a date on it - January 10, 1893 has a # 42179. $450. Pre War Vega Little Wonder Tenor Banjo. It's in as new condition. Great value at 799 I must have used this, if 10 times. 1925 Vega Little Wonder Banjo Rim. Vega Little Wonder Banjo. Dec 17, 2017 I just acquired a Vega Little Wonder banjo-mandolin, serial # 78528. Free shipping for many products! This banjolin was just professionally set up in our shop. Nice reproduction 5-string neck by Mike Easly. I am wondering how old it is and also what is involved. Very nice 1927 Vega Little Wonder in great shape and tone. Andy May 15, 2017 - This is an exceptionally clean and easy playing mandolin banjo from the 1920s. There was no five string version of the Little Wonder.