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Up for sale is this vintage Fender Deluxe Organ Button lap steel electric guitar in a nice dark mahogany. This would have been the top of the line lap steel when it was first introduced during the inception of Fender. Based on my research, I believe this to be a first year (1946) Fender made instrument.
Overall, the lap steel is in good condition, especially considering the age of the instrument. This 77+ year old guitar has undergone a few modifications over the years by a previous owner. It appears to be all original with the exception of 2 replaced potentiometers as well as a replaced pickup. The pots date back to the 1970s so I can only assume that the work was done around that time. The guitar is in good working condition, however the volume and tone pots do not taper gradually. The organ button is working correctly--when it is pressed it filters out the treble creating a sound similar to a tone pot rolled off. I can send a video showing the functionality of the pots and switch if desired, just shoot me a message.
Additionally, it appears as though the lap steel was probably hung on a wall as the 3rd and 4th tuning pegs are slightly bent. The 6th string tuning button is also loose and may need to be glued or replaced. The lap steel comes with a nice Worcester T&S luggage company case that exhibits some wear but is fully functional.
Please feel free to ask any questions or make an offer!
Up for sale is this vintage Fender Deluxe Organ Button lap steel electric guitar in a nice dark mahogany. This would have been the top of the line lap steel when it was first introduced during the inception of Fender. Based on my research, I believe this to be a first year (1946) Fender made instrument.
Overall, the lap steel is in good condition, especially considering the age of the instrument. This 77+ year old guitar has undergone a few modifications over the years by a previous owner. It appears to be all original with the exception of 2 replaced potentiometers as well as a replaced pickup. The pots date back to the 1970s so I can only assume that the work was done around that time. The guitar is in good working condition, however the volume and tone pots do not taper gradually. The organ button is working correctly--when it is pressed it filters out the treble creating a sound similar to a tone pot rolled off. I can send a video showing the functionality of the pots and switch if desired, just shoot me a message.
Additionally, it appears as though the lap steel was probably hung on a wall as the 3rd and 4th tuning pegs are slightly bent. The 6th string tuning button is also loose and may need to be glued or replaced. The lap steel comes with a nice Worcester T&S luggage company case that exhibits some wear but is fully functional.
Please feel free to ask any questions or make an offer!
