The Swift

The Swift is my standard openback banjo, designed to be an everyday player. Inspired by the construction and aesthetics of late 19th century banjos, this model will fit in to any Old-timey jam or performance setting. The Swift is available with an 11″ or 12″ pot, and either Square or classic Buckbee peghead shape. With many options and upgrades available, each Swift banjo is unique. Please see Photos below for some recent custom versions of this model.  

Example shown with Cherry neck and Cherry rim.

Prices start at $1800

Basic Specs
  • Cherry Neck
  • “Buckbee”, or Square Peghead Shape
  • Richlite or Rosewood Peghead Overlay
  • Black 11″ Maple Ply Rim 
  • 14 Aged Brass Hooks and Lugs
  • Aged Brass Gotoh Tuners
  • 25.5” Scale Length
  • Richlite or Rosewood Fingerboard
  • 1.25” Nut Width
  • Copper Side Dots @ 3, 7, 10, 12, 15
  • Handmade Aged Brass Tension Hoop
  • Aged Brass No-Knot Tailpiece
  • Renaissance Head
  • Dobson Style Heel
  • Frailing Scoop
  • 2-way Adjustable Truss Rod
Options
  • Dobson Tonering
    $120
  • Goatskin Head
    $100
  • Walnut Neck
    $50
  • Fingerboard Dots (mother of pearl)
    $30
  • Brass Rod Tonering
    $50
  • Cherry Block Rim
    $200
  • Slotted Peghead
    $100
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Examples & Builds

You can also check my Instagram account to see more of my recent builds and shop photos.