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by Todd Opheim
27 Sep 2022 7:46 pm
Forum: Steel Without Pedals
Topic: Melobar model
Replies: 9
Views: 1395

Hey there - I have the LS model 6 string with the single coil pickup. I paid $325 and thought it was a decent deal, I wouldn't let it go for any less. Solid guitar, total step up IMO from the the low end China models around. I did have to fix a ground problem on it though not a big deal at all. I th...
by Todd Opheim
23 Apr 2022 12:33 pm
Forum: Steel Without Pedals
Topic: Teisco Lap Steel
Replies: 9
Views: 1487

I have a double neck similar design model, EG-NW which I purchased new in 1953 directly from the factory in Tokyo. I was in school in Japan at the time. Placed my order and in two weeks picked up the new guitar. Still have it. Wow that’s awesome! They must have had a cool selection of guitars to bu...
by Todd Opheim
23 Apr 2022 12:27 pm
Forum: Steel Without Pedals
Topic: Teisco Lap Steel
Replies: 9
Views: 1487

I found a picture of that exact model on Reverb.com. It's listed as a 1955 model 8L. The string packages are really cool. I am wondering what is stamped in the groove of your Stevens bar? Good eye on the bar. It’s a patent number. Has a fair amount of wear on it. Someone played the heck out it! htt...
by Todd Opheim
22 Apr 2022 3:48 pm
Forum: Steel Without Pedals
Topic: Teisco Lap Steel
Replies: 9
Views: 1487

Teisco Lap Steel

Hey all, Thought I’d show off this Teisco lap steel I just picked up. Kind of a cool little time capsule. Needs new tuners and some love but I’m pretty excited to get it going. Anyone familiar with it at all? Year etc? Not finding much info on it online. Any thoughts appreciated. Cheers https://bb.s...
by Todd Opheim
28 Feb 2022 6:57 pm
Forum: Wanted To Buy
Topic: 1940's Supro Supreme Lap Steel- NEED FINGERBOARD!
Replies: 2
Views: 605

Have you removed the plexi and looked under the chart? I'm not familiar with this steel at all but wondering if it's under there?
by Todd Opheim
31 Jan 2022 6:58 pm
Forum: Steel Without Pedals
Topic: Rondo SX Lap 3 body but no parts. (We can re-build it !)
Replies: 30
Views: 4975

Here's what I did on my SX. Added the string holder in the back (cheap) and made the wooden bridge from some scrap wood and cut a lead bar to fit it. The bridge is covering up the large bridge holes and is held in place by only string tension. Works great! First post here btw ! https://bb.steelguita...