Gibson Firebird Volume/Tone Knob Layout

Anybody know why Gibson used a different volume/tone knob layout on the Firebirds? For those that haven't played a Firebird, the knobs closest to the strings are the volume knobs while those closest to the rim are the tone knobs. On a LP or SG, the knobs closest to the strings are the neck pick-up volume and tone and those closest to the rim are the bridge volume and tone.

I noticed that too. But on my les pauls , at least the ones I play
alot. I rewire them like a junior with the bridge pickup VOL/TONE
the closest set to the bridge/TP. Always have always will.:yah