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Greetings fellow Gibson enthusiasts.New member here. Former owner a early 80's LP Custom and current owner of two recently acquired LP Standards (94' & 97'). The 97' came with the original sand colored case with the Gibson USA log and the three digit combination lock. The individual i acquired it from did not know the combination so I cannot lock the lock in anyway. Does anyone know how to reprogram this lock?

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Welcome aboard. Folks here love to see newbies guitars so do you have pictures? There are tons of gorgeous guitars that abound here. Can't help you with the lock, when I got mine, I tried to set the lock and it broke. Just as well, I'd probably forget the combination anyway.

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I did a little digging for you and found the following posted on this board back in 2009. Hope it helps and let's see the guitars! :)

 

From the Gibson support FAQ:

 

If the combination was somehow changed, try shining a flashlight into the spaces where the thumbwheels turn. As you rotate the wheel, you'll see a small notch once it gets to the correct number. Line up all three thumbwheels in this way, and it should open.

 

You can also use a thin strip of metal if you have trouble using the flashlight method. Using a thin strip of metal – (we suggest one cut carefully from an aluminum can) - to insert into the space beside each thumbwheel - hold pressure on the metal strip as you rotate the wheel - you'll feel the notch as you rotate - stop when you feel the notch and move on to the next wheel until you have all three set.

 

The long way around this is to start at "000" and work through the 1,000 combinations - it can take a few hours, but it does work!

 

If the lock is seems stuck or is actually damaged, we do recommend having a locksmith open/repair the damaged lock.

 

Below are listed the instructions for resetting the lock combination -

 

The locks are set at the factory to open at 0-0-0.

 

To set your own combination;

 

1) Choose 3 digits which you can recall easily-address, phone, birthday, etc.

 

2) Press the button in a direction toward the dial with your thumb and hold with your other hand (Use point of ballpoint pen) rotate the dials to the desired setting. Then, release the button.

 

3) Your lock is now set to open on the three digits engaged at the time you release the button.

 

CAUTION!

 

4) Accordingly- NEVER rotate the dials with the button held open UNLESS you make careful note of the dial setting upon release of the button.

 

5) The manufacturer is not responsible for damage resulting from misuse, abusive handling, or failure to follow instructions.

 

Remove the red arrow before setting the lock.

 

* Please note:

 

Make sure to cut down the red plastic pin before operation.

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I did a little digging for you and found the following posted on this board back in 2009. Hope it helps and let's see the guitars! :)

 

From the Gibson support FAQ:

 

If the combination was somehow changed, try shining a flashlight into the spaces where the thumbwheels turn. As you rotate the wheel, you'll see a small notch once it gets to the correct number. Line up all three thumbwheels in this way, and it should open.

 

You can also use a thin strip of metal if you have trouble using the flashlight method. Using a thin strip of metal – (we suggest one cut carefully from an aluminum can) - to insert into the space beside each thumbwheel - hold pressure on the metal strip as you rotate the wheel - you'll feel the notch as you rotate - stop when you feel the notch and move on to the next wheel until you have all three set.

 

The long way around this is to start at "000" and work through the 1,000 combinations - it can take a few hours, but it does work!

 

If the lock is seems stuck or is actually damaged, we do recommend having a locksmith open/repair the damaged lock.

 

Below are listed the instructions for resetting the lock combination -

 

The locks are set at the factory to open at 0-0-0.

 

To set your own combination;

 

1) Choose 3 digits which you can recall easily-address, phone, birthday, etc.

 

2) Press the button in a direction toward the dial with your thumb and hold with your other hand (Use point of ballpoint pen) rotate the dials to the desired setting. Then, release the button.

 

3) Your lock is now set to open on the three digits engaged at the time you release the button.

 

CAUTION!

 

4) Accordingly- NEVER rotate the dials with the button held open UNLESS you make careful note of the dial setting upon release of the button.

 

5) The manufacturer is not responsible for damage resulting from misuse, abusive handling, or failure to follow instructions.

 

Remove the red arrow before setting the lock.

 

* Please note:

 

Make sure to cut down the red plastic pin before operation.

 

Thanks. My wife just bought me a new guitar for my Birthday. If you go to the Epiphone Lounge and look on "What's on your mind" you can see it. It's a Gretsch G2622 Streamliner CB with V-stoptail. When in the Gibson Lounge guys show off their guitars here and there.

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