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Classic Goodtime Special™ Plectrum

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Description

Classic Goodtime Special™ PlectrumDescription Specs Video A progressive tone projects from the patent pending Special tonering on this vintage stained Classic Goodtime Special Plectrum banjo. Lighter weight than a more expensive banjo with a bronze tone ring, this banjo is easier to manage when you travel and still has a Deering original patent pending Special steel tone ring for a bright and crisp sound. This is a quality banjo made in the USA of high grade wood with simple detailing

A progressive tone projects from the patent pending Special tonering on this vintage stained Classic Goodtime Special Plectrum banjo. Lighter weight than a more expensive banjo with a bronze tone ring, this banjo is easier to manage when you travel and still has a Deering original patent pending Special steel tone ring for a bright and crisp sound. This is a quality banjo made in the USA of high grade wood with simple detailing so that it is affordable and provides the highest level of sound quality for a reasonable price. The top of the Goodtime plectrum line, you get the projection of the resonator, the bright ring of the tone ring and a easily playable banjo. A pickup can be installed as an optional upgrade. The rich brown stain, planetary tuners, and Deering peghead shape gives the classic look of a vintage banjo.

The Classic Goodtime Special is an achievement in keeping the cost down while providing an instrument that will stay in tune and perform reliably because it is made with precision by skilled American craftsmen.

Made efficiently at our factory in Spring Valley (San Diego area of California), this is a comfortably playable banjo with a wonderfully bright tone. It is a solid dependable instrument that is immensely playable with excellent tonality and clarity

Neck:
Slender Rock Maple Neck
22 pressed in Nickel Silver Frets
Stained a Rich Brown
White dot inlays and Detailing
Planetary Tuners
Durable Satin Finish

Pot:
3 ply Violin Grade Maple Rim
Stained Rich Brown
NEW Patent Pending Steel Goodtime Tone Ring
11″ Frosted Bottom High Crown Head
Steel Tension Hoop
Steel Coordinator Rod for Adjustments
16 Bracket Shoes
16 Flat Hooks and 9/32″ Hex Nuts
Patented Adjustable Goodtime Tailpiece
2 Piece Flange
Nickel Plated Armrest
Nickel Plated Hardware

Resonator:
Maple Resonator Stained Rich Brown
Black Binding
Durable Satin Finish

Comes with a Triangle Box/case

Gig Bag or Hardshell Case priced separately

Tone:
Has a clear and bright sound of maple that projects very well.
Easy to play with clarity of note separation.

Tuned: C,G,B,D for Dixieland or Traditional Jazz
or like 4 strings of a guitar D,G,D,E for guitar players
Can easily be tuned in other tunings as well.
Comes from the factory with light gauge strings
You can use medium strings on this banjo as well.

Dimensions:
Neck Width at the Nut 1 3/16″
Scale Length Nut to Bridge 26 1/4"
Resonator diameter 12″
Overall Instrument Length 38″
Weight Approx. 8 lbs

Warranty:
The trust and pride we share in our product gives us the confidence to grant every owner of a Goodtime Banjo a 6 year warranty ensuring the quality of our materials and workmanship.

Prices and Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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the agitator
Charlottesville, US
★★★★★ 4
Penny Loafer
Size: 11 Wide, Color: Burgundy Polished Full Grain
I am ending them bak and will order the sae shoe at size 10 1/2. Most shos I fit are 11 however these were too large. They are a beautiful shoe! I will ofder a 10 1/2
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Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2025
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Hugh62
Louisville, US
★★★★★ 1
Poor quality control - maybe outlet store leftovers
Size: 11.5, Color: Burgundy Polished Full Grain
The two shoes were not the same size. They were both labeled 11 1/2 but one shoe was larger than the other and the fit was poor. I returned the first pair and ordered a replacement. This time the shoes were close to the same size but too loose and the left one has sewing issues. I've bought Johnston & Murphy for years because of the quality. These were to replace an existing pair of burgundy penny loafers that have finally worn out (even after several heal/sole replacements). That is the expected quality. I suspect Nashville Shoe Warehouse may be handling shoes that didn't measure up for the quality; more like an outlet mall than getting the J&M quality I've come to expect. Update: went to Johnston & Murphy site to buy "direct" from the manufacturer. There were several recent reviews where the shoes were long and didn't fit properly. Genesco - please step up the manufacture / crafting of these classic shoes to the level of quality they used to have.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2025
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BetterEveryDay
Louisville, US
★★★★★ 5
I usually wear 11.5's, but I buy 1/2 size smaller to accommodate for stretch. Leather relaxes.
Size: 11, Color: Burgundy Polished Full Grain
5 STARS: These shoes are awesome. I keep coming back for more. I have major foot problems, have tried all kinds of shoes, orthotics, and inserts... but believe it or not, these shoes work better than any of that stuff. I wear them daily. I buy lots of them, for home, for church, and I'm getting my first pair of J&M boots today, for winters in Indiana... Brrrr
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Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2025
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tjw
Lexington, US
★★★★★ 3
Way too narrow
Size: 9.5 Wide, Color: Burgundy Polished Full Grain
I ordered a wide in this shoe, but it was still way too narrow. I had to return them. Otherwise, it looked like a nice quality shoe.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2026
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Anthony C.
Lake Worth, US
★★★★★ 5
Penny loafers - best new old style
Size: 10, Color: Burgundy Polished Full Grain
These fit great. Real old school style reborn as original. Comfortable leather and looks great with jeans or dress pants.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2025

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