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Topic: Oahu Iolana |
Bob McEvoy
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Delaware, USA
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Posted 21 Jun 2018 11:06 am |
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How can one determine the model of an Oahu Iolana? I have the one pictured but cannot find a model number. It was purchased in the late 50's, I think new.
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Bill Sinclair
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Waynesboro, PA, USA
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Posted 21 Jun 2018 11:35 am
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Most Valco products have a serial number plate on the backside. Your's would probably start with a V or an X. If you can find it, here's the webpage to look it up:
http://www.oldfrets.com/Valco/Dating.html
Wow, two stringtones mounted. I guess that means you can get six different quick tunings from this double neck! |
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Bob McEvoy
From:
Delaware, USA
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Posted 21 Jun 2018 11:50 am Oahu Iolana
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Thanks for that information. I found the serial number X25409. Which tells me it was built in 1950. So, my parents bought it used. I think we paid $250 (based on faulty memories).
Yes - There are 6 tunings.
Ron Dearth claimed to own the patent on those changers and I remember seeing his prototype model. |
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Bill Groner
From:
QUAKERTOWN, PA
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Posted 21 Jun 2018 12:02 pm
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That sure is a beautiful guitar.
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Currently own, 6 Groner-tone lap steels, one 1953 Alamo Lap steel, Roland Cube, Fender Champion 40 |
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Bob McEvoy
From:
Delaware, USA
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Posted 21 Jun 2018 3:47 pm Oa
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| Thanks! It doesn't get played enough. Playing Dobro mostly. |
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John Dahms
From:
Perkasie, Pennsylvania, USA
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Posted 21 Jun 2018 5:36 pm
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I had one for a few years. The tuners really messed with my head. Check out the low bass string goes to the last tuner on the 1st neck.
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