Barnes & Mullins 5 string open back banjo pre-lyratone. Typical heavy construction synonymous with J G Abbott. This one has a pick up and produces a most incredible tone.
zither
An early Zither banjo around 1890, it has the automatic mute controlled by the button on the rear of the pan. which bring a platform up against the bottom of the bridge so you can practice in quiet. beautifully made and marked.
Zither banjo pre-sandringham
This banjo is from around circa 1910. It was more or less scrap but with a lot of work, it is fully restored and plays with volume and great tone.