Banjo #536 Fencepost fretless 5 string gourd banjo
$650.00
Cherry neck w/tung oil finish
Ash fretless fingerboard w tung oil
The neck is raw wood except for the playing area
Gourd has fiberglass and epoxy bracing on the interior
Ebony friction violin tuners…very smooth operation
Barry Sholder Std Gourd string set
Natural goatskin head
1 3/4″ soundport
26 3/16″ scale
- Description
Description
Banjo #536, known as The Fencepost, carries the spirit of rustic tradition and raw Americana. The first Fencepost banjo was built from a slice of wood taken from my mother-in-law’s old farm post, and the idea has since evolved into using barnwood and other naturally weathered pieces I come across.
This instrument is intentionally left raw, showcasing the rough textures and stories of the wood itself. The fingerboard is fretless yet carefully smoothed for playability, while the rest of the banjo embraces a rugged, untouched feel—complete with its own rusty nail, a reminder of its humble origins.
The Fencepost isn’t just a banjo—it’s a piece of history, a celebration of imperfection, and a connection to the roots of handmade folk instruments.
