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by Charles Stange
12 Aug 2022 5:49 am
Forum: Steel Without Pedals
Topic: Her Highness The Lap Steel
Replies: 9
Views: 1460

Nice Case !
by Charles Stange
6 Jul 2022 6:23 am
Forum: Steel Without Pedals
Topic: A Forged JB Fry-Pan Certificate w/ Guitar on Reverb?! Huh?!
Replies: 9
Views: 1864

I think you should be able to research the Notary info from the embossment (if you can read it). I believe Notary Public Commission Numbers are searchable.
by Charles Stange
15 May 2022 7:11 am
Forum: Steel Without Pedals
Topic: Storing guitars near the ocean
Replies: 4
Views: 845

I've lived a couple blocks from the Pacific Ocean {&fog} for years and never had any problems. I'd be hesitant about not letting my laps breath and sealing in moisture.. my storage area is not overly damp but if it was I'd seek an alternative and also maybe use a desiccant package.
by Charles Stange
27 Apr 2022 6:40 am
Forum: Steel Without Pedals
Topic: Rickenbacker "flying saucer" knobs
Replies: 15
Views: 3279

after watching a friend make small repro auto signal light lenses with casting resin & silicone mold, i'm wondering if anyone has tried making repro knobs?
by Charles Stange
8 Feb 2022 7:36 am
Forum: Steel Without Pedals
Topic: Removing stains on Tricone left by adhesive?
Replies: 12
Views: 1653

Hi Glen, since you had it apart, wondering if there's any markings inside your rig, I own #217 and its marked inside with pencil. Just curious, thanks, Skip
by Charles Stange
18 Jan 2022 7:48 am
Forum: For Sale: Steel Guitars
Topic: 1927 National Style 1 Tricone
Replies: 4
Views: 3360

Peter, nice rig. I own no. 217 with "die cut" grills. Just wondering if you had a look inside. Mine has 217 marked in pencil on the bottom below the cones and on the inside of the cover....
by Charles Stange
10 Sep 2021 9:08 am
Forum: Steel Without Pedals
Topic: opinions on the different bars for lap steel guitars
Replies: 11
Views: 2316

I have a favorite old "Burden Bullet", even so, I've always felt that its 99% the player not the bar. just me I guess.
by Charles Stange
23 Aug 2021 9:56 am
Forum: Steel Without Pedals
Topic: Remington Steelmaster Cases
Replies: 3
Views: 900

Jim Greer, I believe...
by Charles Stange
18 May 2021 6:09 am
Forum: Steel Without Pedals
Topic: Colored Cover Plates on a Ricky Panda?
Replies: 11
Views: 2244

love the knobs on the Bronson !
by Charles Stange
16 Apr 2021 6:47 am
Forum: Wanted To Buy
Topic: Rickenbacher White Flying Saucer Knob
Replies: 2
Views: 633

Harry, these are longshots and you may already be aware but I have found/seen hard to find parts on these 2 sites. Mostly reg. guitar parts but I have seen some steel parts show up....

" The Rickenbacker Page " and " Pick of the Ricks LLC "

Best of Luck in your search...
by Charles Stange
5 Apr 2021 6:13 am
Forum: For Sale: Steel Guitars
Topic: 1930's Recording King Roy Smeck AB 104 - All Original
Replies: 3
Views: 4020

Good looking example...

also listed on Reverb.....
by Charles Stange
22 Mar 2021 9:30 am
Forum: Steel Without Pedals
Topic: What is the smallest diameter tone bar you know of?
Replies: 17
Views: 4287

correct me if need be, but I believe Jim Burden is no longer making bars?

( two men walked into a Bar, the third one ducked )
by Charles Stange
2 Mar 2021 11:43 am
Forum: For Sale: Steel Guitars
Topic: Collectors Dream
Replies: 44
Views: 12750

Not to be confused with fellow forumite Mark Helm...

just thought I should mention.
by Charles Stange
2 Feb 2021 10:59 am
Forum: Steel Without Pedals
Topic: My Most Valuable Lap Steel. Please Share Yours
Replies: 346
Views: 172641

My '27' National Tricone Square Neck

Found in the basement of a damp old building about 15 years ago with only 1 string attached, hence the patina. I had it 'set up' and it's been a joy ever since. Serial No. 217 (neck stamp and penciled in on the inside) The engravings on the side of the neck have alway been of interest to me but I ha...
by Charles Stange
30 Jan 2021 9:12 am
Forum: For Sale: Steel Guitars
Topic: BEWARE!!! Ebay scam Zum is up again.
Replies: 10
Views: 4113

this seller has over 40 different guitars listed, all with off eBay contact info listed.....?.......

this should be over soon...this scammer has over 9000 fraudulent auctions going !
by Charles Stange
3 Jan 2021 8:00 am
Forum: Steel Without Pedals
Topic: What could this group have sounded like?
Replies: 28
Views: 4718

just what does a "Chinese Marching Band" sound like?

all the examples I heard on youtube sounded Great!
by Charles Stange
26 Dec 2020 9:13 am
Forum: Steel Without Pedals
Topic: Cases for Lap Steels?
Replies: 18
Views: 5018

if your not looking for the cheapest thing you can get. both Morrell & Goldtone offer a "Universal" Hardshell Case for Lap Steel.
by Charles Stange
21 Nov 2020 1:14 pm
Forum: Steel Without Pedals
Topic: Amplified Lap Steel Slide On eBay, wait, what?
Replies: 15
Views: 3519

Amplified Lap Steel Slide On eBay, wait, what?

Saw this today, may have already been discussed?
Care to comment?,
I can't imagine how having a cable attached to my slide would be anything but a pain..tough on slants...


https://www.ebay.com/itm/JSA-Cu64-Coppe ... 66030968?_
by Charles Stange
26 Sep 2020 8:30 am
Forum: Steel Without Pedals
Topic: Guitar Vintners
Replies: 8
Views: 2970

they also have a shop on 'Reverb' (on vacation) with some feedback.
by Charles Stange
25 Sep 2020 6:58 am
Forum: Steel Without Pedals
Topic: Guitar Vintners
Replies: 8
Views: 2970

THis is not an endorsement, but I once spoke with them by pnone...although,it was over a year ago...try calling?
by Charles Stange
9 Sep 2020 7:50 am
Forum: Steel Without Pedals
Topic: Mickey Mouse Club Thompson Bros. Steel Guitar 1959
Replies: 6
Views: 1873

Mickey Mouse Club Thompson Bros. Steel Guitar 1959

You may have already seen this one but I wanted to share.
Check out the Steel Guitar Rag at around 2:35....

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hLkRvb4ZduA
by Charles Stange
21 Apr 2020 8:47 am
Forum: Steel Without Pedals
Topic: Rio Lap-steels
Replies: 13
Views: 3332

Some info at this link, but maybe you've already seen it.

https://www.hendrixguitars.com/Va72.htm
by Charles Stange
24 Dec 2019 2:52 pm
Forum: Steel Without Pedals
Topic: Show us your Rickenbacker consoles
Replies: 42
Views: 17512

56/57 DW-12


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