Hey all - my Forum II #8 of 10 guitar was stolen yesterday. I have filed a police report, checked the area pawn shops and started checking Craigslist. If you guys happen to see it show up online somewhere will you please contact me? I can honestly say that I am truly saddened by this theft. That was my favorite gutiar ever...
Thanks all,
Dane Rada
Dane,
I am so sorry to hear about your Forum II being stolen. There is a website called Jaxed that covers both Craigslist and Ebay by brand: http://www2.jaxed.com/cgi-bin/mash.cgi?cat=mus&itm=larrivee&loc=&fil=&ys=&ye=&ps=&pe=&pgs=100&submit=++++go++++ . It has all of the listings on it with daily updates. I hope you find it. Was it stolen from your car?
Clifford
No...it was stolen from Church. There are a lot of AA and NA meetings as well as a school there. i left in the hallway for a little bit and when I went to get it it was gone.
Bummer, Dane. Sure hope you get it back real soon.
Be sure to register it here, too:
stolenguitarregistry.com is a free resource to register and track stolen guitars. It is run by tech-savvy people who love their guitars and hate the people who steal them. (http://www.stolenguitarregistry.com/)
Quote from: danerada on February 18, 2010, 02:38:25 PM
No...it was stolen from Church.
Unbelievable ... society in general is going down a slippery slope these days. I'm used to hearing these kind of stories on TV, but this is getting kinda close even for internet standards (member of the same small forum).
I really hope that the guitar finds its way back to you.
John
Your prized Larrivee guitar has been stolen from your church. I am very sorry for you. I had a favourite guitar stolen from my office-still feel the pain.Hope your guitar turns up.
Man, sorry to hear this. Maybe the thief will post it on eBay not knowing how limited these were..
Dude, that surely sucks and stolen in a church none the less. Hopefully, it will be found and in servicable condition. My fingers are crossed.
Quote from: Johnny M on February 18, 2010, 03:17:47 PM
Unbelievable ... society in general is going down a slippery slope these days.
Some would profess the Last Days!!!!
Which country are you in? Be vigilant on your efforts to find it!!
:doh :doh :doh
Man this is terrible news...I really feel for you...and from a place that you should feel safe...really sad. Best of luck.
Some info on your location may help others in the area keep an eye out. I would certainly post something on other Guitar froums like the AGF as well.
Blue
Thats too bad. Stolen from a church no less....
More info please...was it mahogany and spruce or all mahogany. What part of the world are you in?
Hey all - I am in Stevensville, MD - USA. It was all hog.
I'm sorry to hear about your guitar...The loss of a Forum guitar sorta affects us all.
I'm in Baltimore, so I'll spread the word at Josh's Guitars of Pikesville, and I'll check the MASH web site more often too.
Send a PM anytime if you need me to check on anything up here. Ross
Sorry to hear Dane, I will keep my eyes peeled.
I hope this turns up soon. It sounds like a low life took it and will more than likely try to make a quick $100 to buy some beer. It really is very sad what is happening these days. We had 3 new large 460 volt A/C units at one of the Church's meeting halls taken apart by thieves to get the copper. They would have got less than 500 for the copper with prices low right now but the damage estimate is well over 15,000.
That hog top Forum guitar will be a rarity at any pawn shop. I hope you get it back soon in good shape.
Dane--
I'm really sorry that your guitar was stolen. Do you have photos of it you could copy to circulate in pawn shops and music stores? I hope it turns up in good shape soon.
DAVE
Ugly, ugly for sure when stolen, let alone from CHURCH. What kind of person is at church and STEALS a guitar used in the worship/service??? Unfortunately there are some skunky folks about everywhere these days.
A good lesson for us all to be diligent, and to be real safe make sure you paid your INSURANCE premium and had it covered.
Wish you the best in finding the lost baby! And to the *** who got it, we wish them...
Dane, I just saw this about your guitar, sorry to hear it, I hope you get it back soon.
There was a gentleman over at the Mandolin Cafe who had two very expensive mandolins stolen from his home during a break-in
He made up fliers with photos' and serial numbers etc. got them out to all the pawn shops, music stores etc. in his area, also
he was able to contact the local newspaper who ran an article which was then picked-up by the local tv news.
In the end result he was contacted by two different individuals several weeks apart who he split the reward between and he was
able to get the mandolins back.
Try to get as much information out and as much visibility as possible, in his case they thought that because of all the attention
the thiefs may thought "no chance of selling/pawning these, we'll just return them for the reward offered."
All the Best
Nort
Make sure the info gets to pawn shops in conecting states.Things stolen in Georgia end up here in fla and vice a versa.
Another Baltimore resident... I'll have my eyes peeled. I'm really sorry to hear it.
Ed
Hey Dane
That is sad indeed. I hope you'll get it back soon.
:donut :donut :coffee
Dreadful news! The whole Forum must be wishing your guitar back to you.
Hey thanks everybody. I have filed a police report (I have relatives on the force), gotten news to the local pawn shops. I am going to get news to the guitar stores in the area this weekend. I live in a small community and everyone knows everyone. I put it out on my Facebook status and our church sent an email to all of our members.
Again thanks for all of the advice.
Quote from: danerada on February 18, 2010, 02:27:25 PM
Hey all - my Forum II #8 of 10 guitar was stolen yesterday. I have filed a police report, checked the area pawn shops and started checking Craigslist. If you guys happen to see it show up online somewhere will you please contact me? I can honestly say that I am truly saddened by this theft. That was my favorite gutiar ever...
Thanks all,
Dane Rada
What were the specs? In case we don't know that a FII is.
Specs are:
OM - Orchestra Model Body Style
03 Series appointments (satin finish) plus * below
Built in Vancouver, BC Canada
Mahogany / Mahogany top
12 Frets clear to the body
* Abalone Rosette
* Mother of Pearl logo inlay on headstock
* Black Tuner buttons
Quote from: danerada on February 19, 2010, 08:00:17 AM
Hey thanks everybody. I have filed a police report (I have relatives on the force), gotten news to the local pawn shops. I am going to get news to the guitar stores in the area this weekend. I live in a small community and everyone knows everyone. I put it out on my Facebook status and our church sent an email to all of our members.
Again thanks for all of the advice.
Have you also notified the persons in charge of the AA groups that meet in your church? They need to be made aware that this happened while they were using the building.
Dane
Like everyone else I am saddened over the theft of your guitar. It's an unfortunate sign of the times we live in.
I hope the guitar is returned to you in good condition at some point.
I am in the security business and I see this type of thing on a daily basis as I put together alarm and surveillance systems for my clients. These days it's rare to have an area that is not, in some fashion, covered by a video surveillance system of some kind. You may not even be aware of it but we are all being viewed by video cameras if we go out in public very much. You wouldn't think a church would need such a thing but I know of some churches that have reached the point that they had to do something because of repeated theft and / or vandalism. That's a sad state of affairs.
Your guitar is distinctive enough that it will be spotted by someone at some point. Have hope. I am confident that it will show up.
Dane, since you live in such a small community, the chances of it being sold or pawned nearby are slim. Q's site for stolen items is new to me. Take Rob's advice & get the word out further than just local places. Since it's such a unique guitar, the chances are better for it to be found?
If bought by any shop, just makes them as slimey as those that stole it. But, that's part of their business, being the musical one. Try to get something re-sellable at a good price, no matter what. Really sucks. I'm truly sorry about this. :crying:
Jeff
Hopefully you will find it in good health. There is always hope, remember Peter (Puff's Papa) found his Larrivee.
People who steal are not always the smartest.
Sorry to hear it man. Can you post a pic of the guitar so some of us newer guys will know what to look for?
Quote from: tuffythepug on February 19, 2010, 10:47:31 AM
Dane
Like everyone else I am saddened over the theft of your guitar. It's an unfortunate sign of the times we live in.
I hope the guitar is returned to you in good condition at some point.
I am in the security business and I see this type of thing on a daily basis as I put together alarm and surveillance systems for my clients. These days it's rare to have an area that is not, in some fashion, covered by a video surveillance system of some kind. You may not even be aware of it but we are all being viewed by video cameras if we go out in public very much. You wouldn't think a church would need such a thing but I know of some churches that have reached the point that they had to do something because of repeated theft and / or vandalism. That's a sad state of affairs.
Your guitar is distinctive enough that it will be spotted by someone at some point. Have hope. I am confident that it will show up.
Since you have relatives that work for the PD and you have an approx time of theft you might consider having relative canvas local neighbors/businesses who might have video of the street - some guy walking down the street with a guitar case would be a good suspect. Something to consider BUT do it quickly as some systems overwrite in 72 hours or less
They made 9 Forum-I guitars made, according to ST's site. There were 17 F-IIs made. Both are an OM with either a spruce top or all HOG, having an abalone rosette with -03 series appointments. Say Forum-? on the label with the #, as 1 of 17. The real thing to watch for is an OM-03 with an abalone rosette . Only ones that have it. Add that to the info, as it is a big flag for your guitar. The abalone was a surprise (gift) form the Larrivees.
Good luck again!
Jeff
Quote from: BluesMan1 on February 20, 2010, 07:14:02 PM
They made 9 Forum-I guitars made, according to ST's site. There were 17 F-IIs made.
Jeff
That's actually not correct. There were 17 Forum I guitars...not sure how many Forum 2...nine sounds right....
Dane,
Ouch. I feel your pain. I have Forum II #7, and if your guitar is anything like its older brother, you have lost a treasure.
I certainly hope you get it back. If they catch the perp, nothing short of extraordinary rendition is called for.
BDM
Danerada, my prayers are with you for a quick and undamaged solution .
Quote from: BluesMan1 on February 20, 2010, 07:14:02 PM
They made 9 Forum-I guitars made,........ There were 17 F-IIs made. .......
Dotneck's correction bears repeating to try and un-ring the error.
My Forum I is #14 of 17 per the label
Dane's (temporaily missing (hope hope)) Forum II is #8 of 10
hmmmm ...... let me think....... wait for it......
17 Forum I's were built
10 Forum II's were built
I think there may have been an extra built for a damage replacement.... maybe
:beer
Quote from: Daysailer on February 20, 2010, 09:53:26 PM
Danerada, my prayers are with you for a quick and undamaged solution .
Dotneck's correction bears repeating to try and un-ring the error.
My Forum I is #14 of 17 per the label
Dandrada's (temporaily missing(hope hope)) Forum II is #8 of 10
hmmmm ...... let me think....... wait for it......
17 Forum I's were built
10 Forum II's were built
I think there may have been an extra built for a damage replacement.... maybe
:beer
That would be Randy's.
Quote from: dependan on February 20, 2010, 10:03:42 PM
That would be Randy's.
My replacement was built with the FII's but has a FI label, so 9 FII's is correct I believe.
here they are:
(http://randyrick.us/guitars/LarriveeForum10Cousins.jpg)
I'm sorry to hear about your guitar. I sincerely hope you recover it. Good advice has already been given by the others, I'll keep an eye out.
Best of luck.
John
:mad:
Take my wife but not my Forum I hogtop! I'm joking (maybe). I hope it turns up for you. I certainly will keep an eye out on the internet for it.
Man, those are beautiful guitars. I've been thinking of moving my L-10, as it isn't getting much play time. Plus 2 more guitars on order. Might have to try to trade with a little cash to TRY to get an all HOG OM, esp. a Forum one. Chances are, no one will part with theirs, so a waiting game? Can try & get a OOO-15s, but with HOG & not Sapele. Larrivees mahogany is so gorgeous. Martin stains theirs, so hides the wood?
Again, wish I was part of that build. Joined too late, but have had Larrivees for years! :thumbsup :nice guitar:
Good luck again with your search. Good things happen to good people, so hopefully will have a happy ending?
Jeff
Quote from: BluesMan1 on February 20, 2010, 07:14:02 PM
They made 9 Forum-I guitars made, according to ST's site. There were 17 F-IIs made. Both are an OM with either a spruce top or all HOG, having an abalone rosette with -03 series appointments. Say Forum-? on the label with the #, as 1 of 17. The real thing to watch for is an OM-03 with an abalone rosette . Only ones that have it. Add that to the info, as it is a big flag for your guitar. The abalone was a surprise (gift) form the Larrivees.
Good luck again!
Jeff
All 9 of the Forum II's had a Mahogany top. I have a OM-03 with Mahogany top, abalone rosette and pearl headstock logo but 14 frets to the body. All the Forum I, II and III guitars are 12 frets to the body.
Yes, you are correct. The 12 frets to the body should be added to any info on a report. My error for not pointing that out. Thanks. The more info, the better the odds of it being found?
I really hope you recover your guitar. Someone had to have seen something. I would try some investigative work with the groups that were present maybe even offer a reward to the aa/na group. Good luck.
Tony
Quote from: Reddfin on February 23, 2010, 10:08:11 PM
I really hope you recover your guitar. Someone had to have seen something. I would try some investigative work with the groups that were present maybe even offer a reward to the aa/na group. Good luck.
Tony
Yeah, a bottle of Scotch. :winkin:
Quote from: Mr_LV19E on February 24, 2010, 03:00:41 PM
Yeah, a bottle of Scotch. :winkin:
ISHHH!!
Sorry, I'm sensitive to the issues of people in recovery.
If its single malt you can send it to me :humour:
Please make sure the info goes state wide.Most stuff stolen ends up in another town or state.
A local guy here had his house riped off and someone in Georgia bought his laptop off craigs list up there.
Quote from: cke on February 24, 2010, 03:05:53 PM
ISHHH!!
Sorry, I'm sensitive to the issues of people in recovery.
Sorry but if a recovering alcoholic comes forward with the guitar in order to collect the Scotch, first of all I wouldn't give him the Scotch and second I would have to count to ten to give him some time to start running.
Just to note, I have a few friends that are recovering alcoholics and I have nothing against that. I do on the other hand have something against anyone who would steal someone else's things, guitar or otherwise.
Quote from: Mr_LV19E on February 24, 2010, 04:06:38 PM
Sorry but if a recovering alcoholic comes forward with the guitar in order to collect the Scotch, first of all I wouldn't give him the Scotch and second I would have to count to ten to give him some time to start running.
Just to note, I have a few friends that are recovering alcoholics and I have nothing against that. I do on the other hand have something against anyone who would steal someone else's things, guitar or otherwise.
I agree about thieves.
Just don't think that being in recovery makes 'em more likely to be the thief. But I do know there may be someone ...
Anyway, I was just reacting. The situation is a real bummer.
I was just having a little fun responding to Tony's post. It's not like I was poking fun at J**s. :humour:
Quote from: Mr_LV19E on February 24, 2010, 04:18:13 PM
I was just having a little fun responding to Tony's post. It's not like I was poking fun at J**s. :humour:
We're cool. Understood, but I'll keep reacting. :beer
I' ll drink to that.... :cheers :humour:
Sorry I could not resist. Seriously, I am really hoping this guitar gets back in its owners hands. I dont know him or the guitar but I find myself checking in just for some news. Maybe the church has some sort of insurance that they can make a claim against? I know I am reaching but you never know.
Tony
I also find myself checking in to this thread as my first stop when I am on the forum. I truly hope this guitar gets recovered. Dane purchased this guitar from me and in some strange way I feel like I was stolen from too.
Joe
Its a sad sad world out there. What kind of person steals especially IN CHURCH!!!! This makes me real upset :angry: I really hope you recover the guitar. The fact that it was a limited edition just makes the whole situation even more disappointing. I will be on the look out on ebay and craigslist.
Really sorry to read this.
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Quote from: Reddfin on February 24, 2010, 10:26:07 PM
I' ll drink to that.... :cheers :humour:
Sorry I could not resist. Seriously, I am really hoping this guitar gets back in its owners hands. I dont know him or the guitar but I find myself checking in just for some news. Maybe the church has some sort of insurance that they can make a claim against? I know I am reaching but you never know.
Tony
Actually you need to check with both the Church and your homeowners insurance coverage.....there may well be coverage for your guitar under one of the 2 programs. Call your agent for your homeowners to see if there is coverage and have the church call their agent.