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Terry Wood


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Lebanon, MO
Post  Posted 13 Nov 2010 3:09 pm    
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This is beautiful 6 string Richenbacher (Silver Ricky) Electric Steel Guitar, 1937 and was made in Los Angeles, California. The serial number is D-809.

The steel is a very nice early Richenbacher "Silver Ricky" Steel Guitar. Headstock logo plate reads Richenbacher "Electro" Los Angeles. Overall length is at 30 inches, 9 1/4 inches wide, 1 3/4 inches thick. It has the one black original knob. The playing scale length is around 22 1/2 inches. It has the shiny cg\hrome keys and a real hot sounding pickup.

The shiny metal body nickel plated, this steel guitar is beautiful. It has a hollow chamber body that helps give it sort of reverby type sound with nice sustain. There is a little wear on the guitar but nothing serious and the sound and beauty are superb!

This is the only lap steel guitar that I have ever heard that even comes close to comparing with my custom pedal steel guitars. Really the tone is similar to my 14 string custom BMI (Beck Musical Instrument) steel, that the late Steel Guitar Hall of Famer Zane Beck custom built for me in 1984. I have used it on recording sessions and actually
recorded an entire Gospel CD of my own using it. Again the sound is excellent! Perfect for Jerry Byrd sounding steel and Hawaiian music. Of course you can play any type of music with it, Blues, Gospel, Country, etc.

I bought this steel the summer of 1985. I have decided to part with it, because our home is like a music store. We have 3 pedal steels, a vintage double 8 Alamo non-pedal steel, Dobro, two electric guitars, an upright electric bass, a 5 string electric bass, two electric keyboards, drums, a fiddle and a banjo. Well, my wife is ready for us to clean out our home music store.

If seriously interested call me evenings or on weekends (417) 468-2102. If you miss me leave your number and I will return your call.

If sold donation will go to the Steel Guitar Forum.

Thanks!

Terry Wood


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Terry Wood


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Lebanon, MO
Post  Posted 13 Nov 2010 3:30 pm    
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Here are a couple more pictures of the Silver Ricky.











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Terry Wood
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Terry Wood


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Lebanon, MO
Post  Posted 15 Nov 2010 10:13 am    
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This Silver Ricky Steel is Pre World War II. You can go to visit this sight and learn more about it.

Go to Vintage Guitars Info- Rickenbacher Vintage Guitars and scroll down to the Silver Ricky's.

They were made only from 1937 until 1943.

This is a 1937 model.

Also the case is in great shape except for tape on handle. It was so old the metal was wearing through the handle and I taped the case handle.

Call me or e-mail.

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Terry Wood
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Terry Wood


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Lebanon, MO
Post  Posted 16 Nov 2010 4:42 pm    
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This is beautiful Silver 1937 Richenbacher and in really superb condition.

If interested call evenings as I teach school during days.

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Terry Wood
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Hugh Roche


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Florida, USA
Post  Posted 18 Nov 2010 6:22 am    
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how much is this guitar?
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Terry Wood


From:
Lebanon, MO
Post  Posted 19 Nov 2010 1:58 pm    
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The guitar is still for sale and a couple are interested.

I am asking a firm $1500 for the Silver Ricky, or I would consider trading for a double 10 stringer steel. I already have three pedal steel though.

Interested you can call me at 417-468-2102.

Terry Wood
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Terry Wood


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Lebanon, MO
Post  Posted 22 Nov 2010 5:53 am    
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One last bump for the Vintage Silver Ricky.

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Terry
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Terry Wood


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Lebanon, MO
Post  Posted 23 Nov 2010 2:26 pm    
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This Ricky is really a great steel for the Hawaiian player and or thise who love non pedal steels. It is a collectors item

One last go round Thanksgiving Weekend for the Silver Ricky!

Terry Wood
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Terry Wood


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Lebanon, MO
Post  Posted 24 Nov 2010 2:44 pm    
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The 1937 Silver Ricky Rickenbacher Thanksgiving Special for $1500.

Call me if you want it at 417-468-2102

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Terry
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Jack Musgrave

 

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Springfield, Missouri, USA
Post  Posted 24 Nov 2010 4:00 pm    
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I have a Gospel album with songs that Terry recorded with this guitar. the tone is tremendous. If you are looking for a great Hawaiian sound , this guitar has it. it's the real deal
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Terry Wood


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Lebanon, MO
Post  Posted 29 Nov 2010 10:01 am    
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Thanks Jack!

Terry
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Terry Wood


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Lebanon, MO
Post  Posted 3 Dec 2010 5:10 pm    
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Silver Ricky Bump!

Terry Wood
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Terry Wood


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Lebanon, MO
Post  Posted 4 Dec 2010 10:41 am    
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The 1937 Silver Ricky is still for sale.

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Terry
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Terry Wood


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Lebanon, MO
Post  Posted 7 Dec 2010 2:36 pm    
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1937 Rickenbacher still looking for a new home.

Call if interested 417-468-23102

Terry
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Terry Wood


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Lebanon, MO
Post  Posted 8 Dec 2010 3:22 pm    
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Bump for a collector's item.

These Silver Ricky's a 6 string lap Rickenbacher's were made from 1937-1943.

It will only increase in value.

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Terry
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Terry Wood


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Lebanon, MO
Post  Posted 16 Dec 2010 3:19 pm    
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Christmas Special!!!!!

This Collector's Silver Ricky for $1400.

Perfect for collectors, lap steel or Hawaiian Master Players.

Call me if interested 417-468-2102

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Terry
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Terry Wood


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Lebanon, MO
Post  Posted 17 Dec 2010 2:02 pm    
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Bump for a Classic Vintage Steel Guitar.

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Terry
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Terry Wood


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Lebanon, MO
Post  Posted 20 Dec 2010 6:48 am    
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This great sounding steel would make a nice Christmas gift for you or your loved one!

Terry
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Terry Wood


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Lebanon, MO
Post  Posted 21 Dec 2010 1:06 pm    
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Bump for Santa Ricky! Winking

Thanks and Merry Christmas!

Terry
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Terry Wood


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Lebanon, MO
Post  Posted 25 Dec 2010 3:01 pm    
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Silver Ricky still for sale.

Any questions call 417-468-2102

Terry
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Terry Wood


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Lebanon, MO
Post  Posted 6 Jan 2011 3:34 pm    
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This Classic 1937 Silver Ricky Rickenbacher is still looking for a new home.

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Terry Wood
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Terry Wood


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Lebanon, MO
Post  Posted 3 Feb 2011 8:03 am    
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1937 Silver Hawaiian Rickenbacher Steel

Great tone and sharp looking on stage.

I used it mainly for select recordings, that cetain sound I was looking for.

You won't find a better lap steel and collectors steel than this Silver Ricky.

I have 4 other steels and getting rid of some instruments.

This month $1350 plus shipping.

Donation to Steel Forum when sold.

Thanks!

Terry Wood
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Terry Wood


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Lebanon, MO
Post  Posted 20 Feb 2011 2:54 pm    
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Classic 1937 Silver Ricky still for sale.

Call me evenings if your interested 417-468-2102

Thanks!

Terry Wood
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Terry Wood


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Lebanon, MO
Post  Posted 27 Feb 2011 1:26 pm    
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Silver Ricky needs a home.

Terry Wood
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Terry Wood


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Lebanon, MO
Post  Posted 7 Mar 2011 9:17 pm    
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Just a Lookin' for a Home,

Just a Lookin' for Home,


Silver Ricky still needs a new home.

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Terry
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