ghilton001 Posted September 14, 2020 Share Posted September 14, 2020 (edited) So my first Gibson I proudly bought in 1974 is this Les Paul Deluxe. Of course, over the course of 46 years I have installed Grover machine heads and a couple more modifications. After joining this forum, I had an itch to trace my old friend back to its origin or at least an approximate time it was built. Well, here is a photo of the back head-stock. It shows a 6 digit number and Made in USA imprint. The front is what has me the most curious. I have always noticed that there are two impressions of the logo. It looks as though it was laid down, covered up, and then laid down a second time. Could it be a fake? Playing this ax for nearly 50 years ... well, it would be disappointing to say the least if I learn that my pride and joy was an impostor all this time. Were decals available 46 years ago? I just have to know. If anyone can shine light on my very first guitar and help explain why there are two logo impressions on the head stock of my guitar I would appreciate it. Thank you. Edited September 14, 2020 by ghilton001 Forgot attachment Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old guy Posted September 15, 2020 Share Posted September 15, 2020 probably just a factory screw up and they had to finish the headstock twice for some reason. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdgm Posted September 15, 2020 Share Posted September 15, 2020 I don't think there were any fakes back in 1974. The only reason I can think of for 2 logos is that the 1st one wasn't centered properly? 70s Deluxes with the mini-humbuckers are very sought after now, value going up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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