Vintage Dallas C Banjo Ukulele
Comfortable playability with genuine vintage character
This vintage Dallas C banjo ukulele is a good, genuine, honest little instrument — exactly what it claims to be, with no exaggeration and no gimmicks.
It isn’t a high-end collector’s piece or a rare “holy grail” model, but it is a proper vintage Dallas banjo uke that plays well, sounds bright and direct, and does the job it was built to do. Instruments like this appeal to players who want an authentic vintage feel without paying premium prices for top-tier models.
The Dallas C model was used by George Formby himself, and he recorded his final two songs on a C model.
If you’re looking for a genuine vintage banjo ukulele that delivers the right feel and sound without inflated pricing or exaggerated claims, this Dallas C makes a lot of sense. It’s a straightforward, playable instrument with an authentic vintage character, professionally checked and set up so it’s ready to be enjoyed straight away. Honestly described and sensibly priced. It’s an ideal choice for someone who wants a real vintage banjo uke for playing.
SPECIFICATIONS
Maker: Dallas
Model: C
Instrument type: Banjo ukulele
Era: Vintage
Headstock: Traditional Dallas registered Formby badge
Nut: Original bone nut
Tuning Pegs: Original non-slip
Neck, Pot & Resonator: Maple
Fingerboard: Ebony with mother-of-pearl dot inlays
Head: Calf skin vellum
Finish: Sunburst / original finish
Case: Fitted hard case with keys
CONDITION & SET-UP:
Overall, this is a clean, playable example, showing minimal signs of use and wear for a vintage instrument of this age. It has been professionally checked over and set up prior to sale to ensure good playability.
£350
Fun fact:
George Formby’s own Dallas C banjo ukulele carried the serial number 2364. This particular Dallas C is numbered 2346 — the same digits, just the last two simply reversed!
CONTACT DETAILS: Alan Yates Music
SELLER NAME:
PHONE: 07764 880016
EMAIL: contact@alanyatesmusic.co.uk
ITEM LOCATION/CARRIAGE: Seller happy to post if buyer pays postage (£20 - 24-hour tracked & signed for) or can collect from Blackpool.
BUYER PAYMENT METHOD: Discuss with AYM.