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Verifiy Authenticity 2022 Les Paul R9

JohndaRevelator

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Hi!

I just bought a 2022 les paul R9 Heavy Aged factory burst but I am trying to verify authenticity. I have everything in my possession but the control cavity does not have a “R9” stamp.

I want you guys opinion.

Here is the listing on reverb :
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jb_abides

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Looks kosher. Plus, Fuller's is an authorized Gibson dealer. I doubt they would scam, or resell a fake as real.

And R-stamps have 'gone missing' before...
 

JohndaRevelator

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Looks kosher. Plus, Fuller's is an authorized Gibson dealer. I doubt they would scam, or resell a fake as real.

And R-stamps have 'gone missing' before...
What makes you say it comes from fuller ? The reverb listing is not from a “Fuller” shop.

Thank you.
 

JohndaRevelator

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Since the link does not work here are some additional photos :
 

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JohndaRevelator

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Ok.

The control cavity had me worried :
-No stamp.
- Wood is unevenly cut
- Tunnel for humbucker routing is uneven

What is your opinion on the matter ?

Best regards.
 

MarcB

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My 2c worth..
.. if you have doubts (even if it’s real) .. move on.. as this will effect your relationship with the guitar.. ..the right guitar will come along..

..plenty of fish in the sea..
 
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