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Are there any other manufacturers other than the two listed here that makes seats? I want to explore options

Hey Chris several years ago Danny nacarrato (I think) had a seat built by one of the flight case makers. It was really the best thing I’ve seen. I think it was Danny. But I saw the prototype for it when I had that same company build a flight case for my emmons. The case manufactured in stephenville or Dublin Texas somewhere down in that area. But don’t recall the name

Bill

I bought a custom steel seat from a well-regarded company about 10 years ago. I weigh only 150 pounds, but the seat bottom broke. I followed the company's advice to repair it, but the seat now squeaks when my weight shifts. And the seat is no longer level.

I suggest you buy an adjustable keyboard seat and a gym bag to carry your gear. That's what I now do.

Cheaper, more reliable and lighter than a custom steel seat.

Bill C. Buntin wrote:Hey Chris several years ago Danny nacarrato (I think) had a seat built by one of the flight case makers. It was really the best thing I’ve seen. I think it was Danny. But I saw the prototype for it when I had that same company build a flight case for my emmons. The case manufactured in stephenville or Dublin Texas somewhere down in that area. But don’t recall the name

Bill

Tha would probably be Red Dirt Cases:

http://reddirtcases.com/wp-rdc/

Hello Chris, I would really like to talk with you about your steel guitar seat needs. I can custom build you a seat to your personal specifications. Please give me a call at 501-912-6526 or contact me at dano5907@aol.com. I would be really like to build you a seat that we both would be proud of. I can have it built next week.
Thank you, Dan Rollans
Steelers Choice. www.steelerschoice.com

+1 on Steelers Choice.

#2 on Steeler’s Choice! Dan Rollans will treat you right!

I own and use a "Walker" seat.

Steelers Choice for me, I think the new custom built I have right now (less than a month old) is number 5 for me. I currently have 3, 1 at Church, another in my music room and lastly the other in the truck ready for a gig. The others have been sold through the years. Dan will you do a great job as did his dad Kenn.

I have 2 Steelers Choice seats and no issues ever. Great seats.

I still have that seat Bill. I should dig it out and post pics.

Rollins are GREAT and well priced for the quality!!

Dan is the guy to go to. He custom built me a seat once that held a Furman power conditioner. He did a great job on it. Wish I had pics of it.

I have one Steelers Choice that Ken Rollans built for me in the early 80’s. I have four others that Dan Rollans built after he continued the company. All are still in excellent condition. I know there are several great seat builders but I believe Steelers Choice is used by more pro players than any other.
Jerry

I have two of Dan's great seats -- they keep my bum comfy :-}

Another one for Steeler's Choice. I can't imagine a better seat. It's durable, comfortable, the perfect height, folds up nicely, doesn't squeak, and looks pretty cool.

Joe

I have 3 Steelers Choice seats with electrical power strip built in. Love them and Dan is great to deal with.

I changed my mind. I'm going to stand and play from here on out.
Can you guys recommend someone to do leg and rod extensions?


Ha....just kidding.
Thanks for the input. I'll be checking with these vendors soon.

Sounds good Chris. Just let me know if I can help.
Thanks again
Dan Rollans

Merry Christmas Dan and family!!
Jerry

Thank you Jerry. Merry Christmas to you and to all my friends and fellow steel players. From my family and Steelers Choice.

Here's my Steeler's Choice seat.I'm REAL happy!

This Steelers Choice is about 20 years old. Still perfect.

I bought a seat with side car from Dan's dad two or three years before he passed. Great seat still using it in very good shape. Wes

Ken Rollans had heart surgery close to the time I had my surgery. We founded “The Zipper Club”. Ken was President and I was Vice President. He was a great guy and very good friend as well as fine steel player. Dan is of the same mold as his Dad.
Jerry