Re: “The gibson” stencil or decal
There wouldn't have been decals or stencils in the teens. My understanding is that tech came later, as did its use. Blank pegheads are a hallmark of the so-called "plain As," no-frills or entry level models made specifically to be available at a lower cost. I've had very good luck with them - indeed, I own two, and both of them are much better instruments than my late, lamented mid 1970s F-12 ever was or would be. The woods used may have been slightly lower quality than those used for numbered models from the time, but the craftsmanship was pretty much the same, and the aged wood has that undefinable, unbeatable quality. The lack of a logo has bothered me, too, and I've floated the idea of getting one inlaid. Some objected that it could be seen as deceptive, especially in a resale situation. That's moot in my case, though, as I've never sold an instrument, and doubt I ever will. They come to me for life.
But that's just my opinion. I could be wrong. - Dennis Miller
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