And here she is! The strings are put on and the bridge aligned for optimum playability before final assembly and set up. Two of the three Deering Craftsmen who worked on the project join Janet Deering for a photo, just before it is put into the box and shipped out. 

Fantastic finish to the week!

Nearly there! The neck is aligned and fitted to the pot, with the coordinator rods added. Meanwhile, the resonator with stunning hand carved overlays is given a final run on the buffing machine.

The first of two Deering Gabriella banjos will be finished today and shipped to its new home. This morning at the Deering factory in Spring Valley, CA, Colby starts the final stages of the Gabriella neck, ready for final assembly!