The Steel Guitar Forum

Thanks for the welcomes, everybody! I'm loving my new steel guitar.

I tried to order one of Herb Remington's books, but he never replied to my email. Does anybody know the best way to contact him?

My steel guitar arrived today. I looked up the serial number...this bear was manufactured in 1950! A little Internet detective work reveals this to be the 6150 Electromatic Student model. http://bb.steelguitarforum.com/userpix1205/13366_cat_1920_1.jpg She rings like a bell! I think I might be in love.

Thanks for the warm welcome, fellas! You are correct, that steel was made by Valco. Back in they day they made instruments for many different companys, like National, Airline, Oahu, Supro, and others. Here is a good link to learn more http://www.valcopages.com/ Thanks for this wealth of information!...

Howdy! I've been jonesing for a steel guitar for quite some time, and you might say this one just sort of fell in my lap. :o http://bb.steelguitarforum.com/userpix1205/13366_photo_1_6_JPG_540x540_q85_1.jpg A member of a GreTscH forum I belong to had it posted for sale, and I just couldn't resist. It...