Martin D-17 "New" Brand_ S. S. Stewart This banjo features an "archtop"

This banjo features an "archtop" style tone ring

But following such a highly-praised signature model with yet another meant leaving nothing on the table

with a more overtly rustic look than its Black Maple counterpart

There is some finish crazing in the back of the Mahogany resonator and minor marks and tarnish on the metal parts as might be expected of a 40-year instrument and a small chip at the back of the head-stock

Martin D-17 "New" Brand_ S. S. Stewart This banjo features an "archtop"The Martin D 17 is a bold new offering in the refreshed Standard Series, combining vintage inspired appointments with modern refinements for players seeking rich sounds and enhanced playability. This 14 fret Dreadnought model is handcrafted with a satin finished solid mahogany body, delivering a warm and woody tone. The Sitka spruce Golden Era (GE) top bracing, as featured on the Modern Deluxe Series, offers a more vintage, breathy tone, while an