First of all, let me say a big hello to all fellow Gibson-lovers out there. Although I own two LesPauls (R7 Custom with 3PUs and a P90 Standard GoldTop) I still consender myself a newbie in this world of the famous guitars. I would therefore like to ask much more experienced memebers about the following. I was offered a decent price on a 2009 SJ200 Standard (sunburst) acoustic. It is in an almost mint contiditon (the only change I can notice being a replaced nut). I don't doubt it legit origin (everything seems legit to me - the nitro finish, all the details, oval serial sticker inside the body). I don't question its origin. However, the strange thing is that the serial/made in US stamp on the headstock is very shallow, it is very, very faint.
I guess this might be caused by the following:
- low pressure when applying the stamps
- very thick layer of lacquer
- a refinish
And the third possibility is what troubles me. Is there a way for me to find out whether the headstock has been refinished (possible repair)? Can I somehow rule out the possible broken-headstock repair? The joint seems perfect to touch but I know there can be very professionally done repairs.
Thank you very much in advance.
I guess this might be caused by the following:
- low pressure when applying the stamps
- very thick layer of lacquer
- a refinish
And the third possibility is what troubles me. Is there a way for me to find out whether the headstock has been refinished (possible repair)? Can I somehow rule out the possible broken-headstock repair? The joint seems perfect to touch but I know there can be very professionally done repairs.
Thank you very much in advance.