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Thanks for the interest guys. After further study of the info on this site, 1965 seems right. It's hard to adjust to that as it was quite used when I got it. I also notice the pearl dots on the bridge. Also, I got it in a case with the red plush lining. However, the case is missing any logo on the outside and there is no "string" on it now for the lid. It does have a molded handle with stitching. So may not be a Gibson case at all. I appreciate everyone's help. Have a great new year. Wayne

I have a j-50 that my father brought to me used in the early to mid 1960's. Stamped serial no. 344614. Printed inside "J50 ADJ BRIDGE" which it has in rosewood. Nut is 1 11/16" and does not seem to be plastic. Neither does the the bridge. Logo has the "i" dotted. Pickguard has the point. Sound hole has a two circle decal. I'm an old man now and it would be great to know the age of this instrument. Memory isn't what it used to be but I thought I got it (used) in late 1963 or 1964. thanks, Wayne