{"product_id":"national-1937-new-yorker-predecessor-lap-steel-4-knob","title":"National 1937 New Yorker Predecessor Lap Steel 4 Knob, Very Good","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo sales tax for US customers outside California.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNational produced electric lap steels through the 1930s, 1940s, and into the 1950s, and the New Yorker was one of their signature models during that run. This is an early example, making it of interest to National collectors tracking the development of the line. The 4-knob control configuration — with original pots, original wiring, original solder joints, and an original screw-in Amphenol RF output connector — is intact and unmodified. The open-gear tuners are original. The chrome pickup cover is in very good condition; the pickup is fully functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe steel has a 2-1\/4\" nut width and 2\" string spacing at the bridge. Overall condition is excellent.  The head of one fretboard screw was broken off when we received the steel — see the photos. The treble knob has a cracked bottom but remains functional. The original Geib case is included and grades fair. No other repairs or modifications are noted on the body, neck, fretboard, or electronics. Finish on both the body and neck is original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product-spec-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eWeight: 7lbs 7oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eColor: black and white\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eBody Material: typically maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eBody Condition: very good\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eBody Repairs: none\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eBody Binding: none\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eBody Finish Original?: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eBody Finish Condition: good\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eLower Bout: 6\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eWaist: 7\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eUpper Bout: 5-3\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eBody Depth\/Thickness: 1-3\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eScale Length: 23\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eNeck Condition: very good\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eNeck Repairs: none\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eNeck Finish Original?: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eNeck Markings: none\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eFretboard Material: painted sheet metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eFretboard Condition: very good\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eFretboard Repairs: none, 1 broken screw - see pic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eNut Material: bone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eNut Repairs: none\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eNut Width: 2-1\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eBridge Brand: National\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eBridge Original?: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eSaddle Material: bone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eSaddle Original?: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eBridge And Saddle Screws Original?: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eString Spacing At Bridge: 2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eBridge Condition: excellent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eTuner Brand And Model: open gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eTuners Original?: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eChanges To Headstock For Tuners?: none\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eTuner Condition: excellent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eTuner Markings: none\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eTuner Screws Original?: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eOverall Length: 33-1\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eDocumentation: none\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eCase Brand: Geib\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eCase Original?: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eCase Condition: fair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eCase Smells?: none\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003ePickup Brand: ?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003ePickup Count: 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003ePickup Original?: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003ePickup Markings: none\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003ePickup Condition: very good\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003ePickup Screws Original?: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003ePickup Cover Color: chrome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003ePickup Cavity Condition: excellent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eKnob Color: black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eKnob Count: 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eKnobs Original?: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eKnob Condition: very good, treble knob has cracked bottom but useable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003ePotentiometer Count: 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003ePotentiometers Original?: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003ePotentiometer Condition: very good\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eSolders Original?: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eWiring Original?: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eOutput Jack Original?: yes, screw-in Amphenol RF connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eAccessories Included: none\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to check out the other cool guitar related stuff on our site!\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.maharsvintageguitars.com\/collections\/vintage-fender-guitars\" title=\"Vintage and used Fender electric guitars at Mahar's Vintage Guitars\"\u003eFender Electric Guitars\u003c\/a\u003e — \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.maharsvintageguitars.com\/collections\/gibson-guitars\" title=\"Vintage and used Gibson electric guitars at Mahar's Vintage Guitars\"\u003eGibson Electric Guitars\u003c\/a\u003e — \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.maharsvintageguitars.com\/collections\/amps\" title=\"Vintage and used guitar amplifiers at Mahar's Vintage Guitars\"\u003eVintage \u0026amp; Used Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e — \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.maharsvintageguitars.com\/collections\/effect-pedals\" title=\"Vintage and used effects pedals at Mahar's Vintage Guitars\"\u003eVintage \u0026amp; Used Effects Pedals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping Policy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBy completing your purchase you are agreeing to this shipping policy. 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