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Thank you for the reply. I believe you are right, and have identified the correct era. Now to find compatible parts. I honestly don't want to set it up with a Tremolo. I'd rather have a fixed bridge.

A dear friend of mine passed away recently and I inherited his guitar. I'd like to identify it and also acquire a new bridge so I can restore it and play it. I believe it is a Les Paul Melody Maker like this one (Picture from Wikipedia). Here are some pics of my friend's guitar: Notice the bridge posts require 2 bridge pieces.