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Location: South of most, North of few | OK, so here goes. In my infinite wisdom, I have decided to part with a couple of very nice Ovations. The first one is a rare find in this kind of shape, which is pristine, with original hard case in the same shape. 97 collectors parlor size guitar, 1 11/16 neck (I can hear Bill now).
This one had the battery box relocated by the factory to the outside "barndoor" type so you don't have to loosen the strings to change the battery. Original TS (touch sensitive) volume system that works flawlessly. Anyone who has played one of these will tell you how great, and loud, they sound for such a petite bundle.
Up next is from what I understand, is a rather rare find also with only between 50 and 100 made. (correct me if I'm wrong on this, I am going by what I've been told). Country Artist model 1674. I swear this one has a three piece top as you can see three distinct pieces in the construction.
Great sounding nylon string instrument. Full sound unplugged, and plugged in, well, you will just have to hear it. Stacked tone and volume preamp, 1 7/8 nut (manly :D ) Has one small mark on the back of the neck, other than that, in 9.8 condition.
I would like to get $800.00 for the 97, and $650.00 for the 1674. Both with their respctive hard cases. Prices plus shipping. Any questions, or if you want certain photos (of the guitars...) let me know. |
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Location: South of most, North of few | Here's a couple of better pics of the 1674...
 
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | I got the chance to play the '97 at the g8r Bowl in January and was amazed by it's sound. It is also a beautiful guitar.
Someone needs to get one or both of these! |
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Location: Steeler Nation, Hudson Valley Contingent | AAAGGGHHH! JIM! Why'd you have to do this now? :p I've been lurking for a wide-neck '97 for a couple of years, but I've got my eye on 3 others I've been lurking for on eBay, and I've got to get some money back from that damaged CL I just got. :mad:
I can't ignore this, but I've got to figure out the financial logistics...if I can. :rolleyes:
Lord help me, my wife might kill me...PM sent. |
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Location: South of most, North of few | Patch, easy...this is a narrow neck. 1 11/16" not 1 3/4" |
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Location: East Tennessee | Jim,
If I didn't already have one of each,(except my Country Artist is not a cutaway), I would be sending a message. The 97 Collectors is a neat guitar. I use silk & steel on it. A nice couch guitar unplugged and plugged in,(It's an Ovation need I say more?).
Patch the wide necks don't come up that often. |
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Location: Steeler Nation, Hudson Valley Contingent | Like I just told Jim, I've been working so hard I think I squeezed my mathematical ability out my ears. I somehow convinced myself that 3/4" is equivalent to 9/16". :rolleyes:
You know...they LIE when they talk about passing 40. (I turned 43 yesterday.) You don't go over the hill...you step off a freakin' cliff! :eek: (Can't even do simple math in my head anymore...mumble...mutter...growl.) :p |
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Location: South of most, North of few | The only way I can remember is by reverting back to my mechanic days and visualizing socket wrench sizes.... :rolleyes: |
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Location: Steeler Nation, Hudson Valley Contingent | Originally posted by Capo Guy:
Patch the wide necks don't come up that often.
Hence my Defcon 4 reaction when I thought one had. I wasn't going to let the sharpshooting opportunists of the OFC beat me to this one. :p :D :cool: |
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Location: Florida Central Gulf Coast | Originally posted by Patch:
you step off a freakin' cliff! :eek: (Can't even do simple math in my head Patch , Wait 'til ya get to 50, then 60. It's not the fall, it's that landing (re. reality) that hurts!
Actually I can still do the math. It's that damn slow crawl back uphill, one pull up and two slides down, that eats my azz!
BTW, belated  ! Rock on...  |
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Location: South of most, North of few | I agree, just a couple of years away from the 60 mark myself. BTW, the 1674 is sold and will be on it's way to California soon. Thanks George! :D
And, Happy Birthday Patch!! |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | I can still remember 43. I was in great shape then. Could run forever, climb 12 flights of stairs without breathing hard and crank out 40 pushups in 30 seconds.
A couple weeks ago I tried to do 30 pushups and screwed up my shoulder. I don't think I've landed at the bottom by any means, either. 55 next month. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | I turn 55 this year and still play 3 hours of basketball every Friday with a bunch of 20-35 year olds (+ one other geezer my age). I can still hold my own pretty well but the next day I can hardly crawl out of bed I am so sore.....but I keep coming back cause I love it so much. |
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Location: Steeler Nation, Hudson Valley Contingent | Thanks for the well wishes everyone. :)
Sorry Jim, I didn't mean to swipe your thread. Good luck with the '97. Better yet, keep it. Besides being unique, they're great guitars. :cool: |
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Location: Florida Central Gulf Coast | Originally posted by Patch:
Better yet, keep it. Patch,
I just crossed you off my Christmas card email list!  |
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Location: Steeler Nation, Hudson Valley Contingent | Johnny,
If you want a nifty, but different Ovation to fill that "whatcha selling?" slot. I'm tellin' ya right now, buy this '97. It's one of my favorites out of every guitar I've ever owned, and it's different enough that it'll probably stay that way. :cool: |
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Location: Florida Central Gulf Coast | Originally posted by Patch:
It's one of my favorites out of every guitar I've ever owned Patch,
That's good enough for me to continue my currently on-going comms with TJ. My GAS has recently went to a higher octane. But it's all for the Grandbabies (that's what I tell my bride!).
I'm just glad that it wasn't a 'wide'! Otherwise  |
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Location: Steeler Nation, Hudson Valley Contingent | Originally posted by 2ifbyC:
I'm just glad that it wasn't a 'wide'! Otherwise |
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Location: Louisville, OH 44641 | Jim:
You've already sucked me dry. I really like the Parlor Collectors. I'm not even sure how much you're asking for this guitar? Very cool and collectable instrument. |
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Location: South of most, North of few | Hey Jim, 800.00 + shipping on the 97. I think 2ifbyC has first refusal as of now, and I'm waiting to hear back from him. If you're interested, PM me. |
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Location: South of most, North of few | Looks like the parlor is sold pending payment. 2ifbyC (now known as the guitar thief) weaseled me out of it. |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Jimbo, whatcha gonna get now?
BTW: I want to be like you when I grow up..... |
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Location: South of most, North of few | I have something in the sights now. Just depends on the final price...film at 11. |
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Location: Florida Central Gulf Coast | Originally posted by Trader Jim:
Looks like the parlor is sold pending payment. 2ifbyC (now known as the guitar thief) weaseled me out of it. First I'm was a  , now I'm a  , albeit a very happy one! 
Thanx TJ!  |
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Location: Simpsonville, SC | Nice get twoifBUYsee!
You will LOVE this one. |
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A couple more up for sale..
