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Died On This Date (February 4, 2012) Snuffy Smith / Respected Banjo Maker

Posted by themusicsover on February 4, 2012

Thomas “Snuffy” Smith
DOB Unknown – February 4, 2012

Snuffy Smith was a notable luthier as well as a banjo picker himself who, over the course of his career, was entrusted by countless musicians for repairs and such.  Working out of North Carolina, Smith developed the Snuffy Smith Bridge which is the preferred bridge of banjo pickers of all stripes and is sold all over the world.  In fact, some Gibson banjos come already fitted with his bridge.  Smith was reportedly suffering from different health issues in recent year and died of an apparent heart attack on February 4, 2012.

Thanks to Henk de Bruin at 2+ Printing for the assist.



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