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Location: Orlando, FL | These are pretty hard to find, but here's a place online that says they have them in stock for $35. They're in Australia , so shipping can be steep, but like I said these are tough to find. So if you're interested. It really is a great book, I think it's well worth the money.
http://guitaremporium.com.au/products/the-history-of-the-ovation-gu...
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Location: Frozen Tundra of Minnesota | I found one on Amazon, for 14.99, it was missing the dust jacket, but the book is in excellent shape, and it is signed by CW Kamas II.
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Location: NW Washington State | naellis58 - 2015-04-14 9:13 AM
... it is signed by CW Kamas II.
Dumb as a box of rocks, he can't even spell his own name. |
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Location: south east Michigan | THAT was a great ol' time OFC thing.
But all it took was just one person to de-rail the whole thing.
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Some of you might remember, the goal was to have as many OFCers sign comment in the book then have it end up with the mucky-mucks at the MotherShip to remind them of their rabid followers.
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Location: Orlando, FL | Nancy, you said yours was missing the dust jacket, was it a hard cover version? Hard or soft cover, 14.99 is a great deal! You have to read the book, it really has a lot of great info, history and awesome pictures in it. You'll love it!
I would encourage any Ovation lover who doesn't have this book to seek one out. There are still some new copies that surface from time to time, like the link I posted, but these are getting harder and harder to find. |
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Location: Frozen Tundra of Minnesota | cwk2 - 2015-04-14 9:24 AM
No wonder it was so cheap, it was signed by that guy.
LMBO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 
I was quite pleased, and proud when I saw that!!! LOL!!!!! 
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Location: Frozen Tundra of Minnesota | Designzilla - 2015-04-14 10:02 AM
Nancy, you said yours was missing the dust jacket, was it a hard cover version? Hard or soft cover, 14.99 is a great deal! You have to read the book, it really has a lot of great info, history and awesome pictures in it. You'll love it!
I would encourage any Ovation lover who doesn't have this book to seek one out. There are still some new copies that surface from time to time, like the link I posted, but these are getting harder and harder to find.
Yeppers, Navy Blue Hardcover, Gold Seal for Limited Edition up in the corner. Excellent Condition! Signed in Purple Marker! Tony had highly recommended that I read it, so I was thrilled to find such a nice, inexpensive copy! Everytime I sit down to read it, the birds start calling to be held and played with. Now that I can go out on the deck, I can read it out there, I can't wait to get into it!!
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Location: Frozen Tundra of Minnesota | numbfingers - 2015-04-14 9:28 AM
naellis58 - 2015-04-14 9:13 AM
... it is signed by CW Kamas II.
Dumb as a box of rocks, he can't even spell his own name.
Ooops!!! I am SO Sorry!!!! Kaman - n not s!!!! |
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Location: Orlando, FL | Wow Nancy, that's cool that you found a signed hardcover version for so cheap! I often see the hardcover versions going for $200. |
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Location: Pacific Northwest Inland Empire | Yeah, Slipkid, I'm hip. I sent my copy out into the world in 2009, and it had traveled to 3 continents, that I'm aware of. I should would like it back, eventually. MWoody even made shipping boxes for the 2 copies that stopped off in his baliwick.
I wonder if it's possible to put out an APB on those critters?!
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | There was a time when these wonderful books could be purchased at half of retail. When I bought my anniversay edition model featured on the cover,mthe seller asked if I wanted the book and he threw it in the deal for free. I think Miles gave one away at one of the PNW gatherings years ago. For Ovation aficianados, this really is a must have addition to the collection. And they look pretty good hanging on the wall, too. |
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Location: Thredbo, NSW, Australia | Designzilla - 2015-04-15 12:49 AM
These are pretty hard to find, but here's a place online that says they have them in stock for $35. They're in Australia , so shipping can be steep, but like I said these are tough to find. So if you're interested. It really is a great book, I think it's well worth the money.
http://guitaremporium.com.au/products/the-history-of-the-ovation-gu...
Fortunately for me the shipping is much more reasonable. For a change! |
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Location: Frozen Tundra of Minnesota | You guys are Right!! (No, I am not surprised! And don't expect me to tell a bunch of guys that they are Right too often, I would get stoned by all the other women in the world!)
This book is great! I always appreciated Ovations for the sound, and the looks, now I have a deep appreciation for all that went/goes into them. The years of development using such innovative design, and intensive testing methods! This guitar never was just a 'build 'em, and sell 'em' product, it was the labor of love, by a genius with an intense desire to create something that was the BEST that could be made. I have a whole new appreciation of the what goes into these Guitars, and what I am holding in my arms. Kudos to all involved in having the guts and ingenuity to do what their hearts told them to do, and keep pursuing the dream even if at times, it was not the easiest way to go!
I HIGHLY recommend this book!! Thank you Tony for telling me about it, and to read it!!
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Location: Pacific Northwest Inland Empire | OK, that's one accounted for. Thanks fer speakin' up there, Weaser!
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I'll have to check but I think I might have one of the "well travelled" books as well.
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Location: SoCal | Back when this started, I believe the common thoughts were that one of the books would be given to the factory...well, at least we could give one to John Budny for safe keeping until we see what DW does.
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Location: The Great Pacific Northwest | Mr WeaserP - 2015-04-17 5:57 PM
I've mentioned a few times that I have one of the books but there have been no requests made to my knowledge. I would be more than willing to move it along if someone would like to send me their information. Sincere apologies if I've derailed anything...
Have I seen your copy? If not, send it to me. One of them made it here for a Gathering, but I don't believe I got to put anything in it, and it left at the end of the gathering of course.
At least I don't remember putting anything into it. Anyway, of all people I probably should make a contribution to it so I'll send you my info....
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Location: Keepin' It Weird in Portland, OR | mileskb - 2015-04-20 12:52 AM
Mr WeaserP - 2015-04-17 5:57 PM
I've mentioned a few times that I have one of the books but there have been no requests made to my knowledge. I would be more than willing to move it along if someone would like to send me their information. Sincere apologies if I've derailed anything...
Have I seen your copy? If not, send it to me. One of them made it here for a Gathering, but I don't believe I got to put anything in it, and it left at the end of the gathering of course.
At least I don't remember putting anything into it. Anyway, of all people I probably should make a contribution to it so I'll send you my info....
It has been to Australia (I think), but I know that it has been to South America.
(I scanned that photo for my screen saver album... just cuz)
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Location: Rego Park, NY, | arthurseery - 2015-04-20 1:39 PM
mileskb - 2015-04-20 12:52 AM
Mr WeaserP - 2015-04-17 5:57 PM
I've mentioned a few times that I have one of the books but there have been no requests made to my knowledge. I would be more than willing to move it along if someone would like to send me their information. Sincere apologies if I've derailed anything...
Have I seen your copy? If not, send it to me. One of them made it here for a Gathering, but I don't believe I got to put anything in it, and it left at the end of the gathering of course.
At least I don't remember putting anything into it. Anyway, of all people I probably should make a contribution to it so I'll send you my info....
I am pretty sure that is the one that passed through my hands...
It has been to Australia (I think ), but I know that it has been to South America.
(I scanned that photo for my screen saver album... just cuz )
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Location: Pioneertown, California | The History of the Ovation Guitar
there's one on ebay for $ 80
several on Amazon starting at $ 60 |
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Location: Sydney, Australia | I bought my copy about five years ago off the rack in a Brisbane (Australia) music shop. $A20 or so if memory serves correct. |
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Location: SoCal | A quick search shows "Where are the Ovation books?" posted on March 13, 2008, referring to the books starting their trek to OFC'ers in 2007 (eight years ago). At that time, Beggin included in his post "Anyway, I was wondering if they are still in circulation or had found their way into someone's bathroom book shelf?!"
http://ovationfanclub.com/megabbs/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=3339&s...
UPS tracking shows that I will have one of the books on Monday from Weaser. Next stop will be Miles, then Nancy.
Originally, I had one of the books but didn't have time to check it out before the next day Matt Smith clinic. Gave it to Fred Williams who then passed it on to the next on the list.
I was more focused on the gift we wanted to give to Matt Smith for all he had done. I had contacted John Budny, Ovation donated a signed copy of the book, John had a lot of the employees sign it, arrived the day of the clinic and I gave it to Matt at the clinic that afternoon.
We need to find the other book. It was not intended to become the property of an OFC'er. Hopefully, at some time, someone could scan or take pictures of the pages from both books. When the interest has been satisfied, I recommend that a book go to the custody of John Budny so he can show it to current and new employees. As to the other book, one possibility is that it could go to DW.
So, after Nancy, who wants to get this book? Anyone volunteering to make scans or photos of this book and the other if it surfaces? |
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Location: SoCal | A fun thread indicates that the books were going around in 2005.
Read for a smile the thread: http://ovationfanclub.com/megabbs/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=10011&... I believe we lost Bailey (joined in 2002) as Bruce and I lost contact with him years ago and he had serious health issues.
There is a stated and implied agreement that the individual receiving one of the two books will ship it to the next person within a reasonable time. If I remember, MWoody made two boxes to protect the books in shipping. You should make a comment, name, and state or country in the book. Not mandatory but a trinket included in the book has been the norm. It can be something of little or no value. |
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Location: Cicero, NY | Tony Calman - 2015-05-01 1:03 AM
Anyone volunteering to make scans or photos of this book and the other if it surfaces?
I did take a few camera shots of the book (and box contents) that you'll be receiving Monday, Tony. I just haven't had a chance to put them up in an album yet. They should be up this weekend if I get a few minutes. I'm certainly not a great photographer and I didn't think I could get Phil to drive up to CNY for a twenty minute shoot but it should give everyone an idea of what's in there just the same. |
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Location: Cicero, NY | Ok, the pics I took are all uploaded in the album section. Keep in mind, the shots were taken to let everyone see the contents and signatures and certainly not for artistic expression.
That and I couldn't find a red blanket...
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Location: Frozen Tundra of Minnesota | Mr WeaserP - 2015-05-01 11:51 AM
Ok, the pics I took are all uploaded in the album section. Keep in mind, the shots were taken to let everyone see the contents and signatures and certainly not for artistic expression.
That and I couldn't find a red blanket...
http://ovationfanclub.com/megabbs/photos/photo-thumbnails.asp?album...
VERY Cool!!! Thank you for doing that, and sharing!! Edited by Nancy 2015-05-01 12:40 PM
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