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RetroSpec Exclusive Series Cream Jack Plate
RetroSpec Exclusive Series Cream Jack Plate
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We’re proud to offer a detail that often goes unnoticed, yet plays an important role in achieving a truly vintage-correct instrument — the RetroSpec Exclusive Series Cream Jack Plate. Designed with a focus on late-’50s accuracy, this piece captures the subtle characteristics that modern reproductions often miss.
Original Gibson jack plates from the late 1950s featured a slight roll at the edges where the mold released — commonly referred to by collectors as “roll marks.” This defining detail is absent on most modern ABS versions. Our Exclusive Series Jack Plate is crafted to replicate this exact feature, along with the correct material composition and vintage-accurate cream color.
The result is a part that not only looks right but feels right, with edge detail and visual softness that closely mirror original examples. The cream tone is carefully matched to complement our other RetroSpec plastics, including pickup rings, switch rings, and truss rod covers, ensuring a cohesive vintage appearance across your instrument.
Choose between NOS (New Old Stock) for a clean vibe, or Aged for that well-loved, road-worn appearance. Perfect for restorations, conversions, or any player chasing the golden age of tone and craftsmanship. Every aged piece is hand-treated, resulting in slight variations that give each one its own unique character.
This is more than just a functional component — it’s a subtle but essential piece in completing the vintage picture.
Experience true period-correct detail — only from RetroSpec.
*Please allow 3–5 business days for shipping. All parts are custom aged per order.
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Historic Makeovers
Historic MakeoversKim, a legend in the vintage guitar world, has spent over 50 years restoring, buying, and selling classic instruments, especially 1950s Les Pauls.
His passion led to founding Retrospec and later Historic Makeovers®, dedicated to making modern guitars look, feel, and sound vintage.
Nearly two decades on, his craftsmanship and innovation continue to set the standard in vintage-style restoration. -
Real Deal Series
RDSThe Real Deal Series (RDS) honors the golden age of guitar making with historically precise craftsmanship, hand-selected vintage details, and timeless artistry. Guided by Kim LaFleur’s enduring vision, Historic Makeovers and RetroSpec bring each instrument’s authentic character, feel, and tone vividly to life, celebrating the passion, innovation, and soulful legacy that continue to inspire musicians and collectors around the world.
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RetroSpec Parts
RetroSpec PartsSince 2008, RetroSpec has been dedicated to creating and supplying the finest, most authentic vintage-inspired guitar parts available. Trusted by luthiers and players alike, RetroSpec components enhance vintage Les Pauls, Gibson Les Pauls, and ambitious conversion projects. Each part is thoughtfully crafted to upgrade and restore both vintage and modern instruments, including the Gibson ES-335 to Les Paul Junior guitars.