Q: Dates of mfg for old steels

Ed Gerhard · Post by **Ed Gerhard** » 11 Apr 2003 2:15 pm

Hi Everybody-
I just re-strung a couple of my steels that hadn't been played in awhile and got to wondering about the dates of manufacture. If you know the dates or can direct me to a good source of information I'd be much obliged. The steels and serial numbers are:

National Dynamic #X36783
Supro Doubleneck (double 6) #X45147
Oahu Tonemaster #T571
Oahu Diana #2166

Thanks in advance.
Cheers,
Ed

Post by **Brad Bechtel** » 11 Apr 2003 4:17 pm

Ed,

Check out this serial number list to determine the dates on the Nationals.

National Dynamic #X36783 = 1954
Supro Doubleneck (double 6) #X45147 = 1955
Oahu Tonemaster #T571 = 1958
Oahu Diana #2166 = ???

That's a good collection you have there!

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Ed Gerhard · Post by **Ed Gerhard** » 11 Apr 2003 4:51 pm

Hi Brad-
thanks a lot for your speedy reply. The Diana's serial number kinda threw me, too, but there it is, stamped into the headstock.

Yes, I really love all the steels and am always looking for more. They all have unique personalities and I don't think I could stand to be without any of 'em.
Thanks again for your help.
Cheers,
Ed