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Rick Barnhart


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Arizona, USA
Post  Posted 24 Oct 2014 2:32 pm    
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My knowledge is pretty marginal on these old Ricks. Any information would be appreciated. The photo is courtesy of another SGF member and I hope this inquiry doesn't offend him. I just don't know much about them. It looks like its in excellent condition and is all original. Thanks
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Ron Whitfield

 

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Kaaawa, Hawaii, USA
Post  Posted 24 Oct 2014 3:24 pm    
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1950s 8 string Bakelite, $2000.
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Tom Pettingill


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California, USA (deceased)
Post  Posted 24 Oct 2014 3:37 pm    
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Unfortunately I'm of no help, but it sure does look to be in wonderful condition. What is the string spacing on those 8"s?
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David Matzenik


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Post  Posted 25 Oct 2014 10:18 pm    
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For my money, one of the all-time greatest.
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John Dahms

 

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Perkasie, Pennsylvania, USA
Post  Posted 27 Oct 2014 8:01 am    
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The O.D. nut width on my Rics is the same for both 6 & 8 string models. They just closed up the gaps a little between strings to fit them in.
That's one reason I enjoy 7 stringers, the best of both worlds.
I believe the clamshell head cover was used on the "Deluxe" model between about 1949 into the mid 50s.
Anyway you slice it, it's still a damn good guitar.
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