{"product_id":"retrospec-nickel-plated-steel-tailpiece-studs-vintage-or-historic-length","title":"RetroSpec Exclusive Series Nickel Plated Steel Tailpiece Studs – Nickel","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eWe’re proud to offer the anchor points for your entire stop tailpiece assembly — the RetroSpec Exclusive Series Solid Steel Tailpiece Studs. Made from genuine steel with period-correct nickel plating, these studs match the warm, slightly yellowed nickel finish found on original Gibson tailpiece studs that ages to a distinctive patina over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThese are\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enot brass or zinc\u003c\/strong\u003e. Original Gibson studs were steel with nickel plating for the proper weight, strength, and tone transfer. Our studs use solid steel construction with authentic nickel plating, ensuring the correct density and durability your stop tailpiece needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eWe offer two lengths to match your instrument:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003evintage-spec\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(1″ thread, correct for pre-CBS-era instruments and vintage Gibson Les Pauls) and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehistoric\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(7\/8″ thread, for Gibson Historic Reissue-spec guitars from 2012 and earlier). Measure your guitar before ordering to ensure the correct fit. Starting in 2013, Gibson began drilling Historic models deeper for vintage-length studs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eEach set includes\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 studs\u003c\/strong\u003e, sold as a complete pair for easy installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eChoose between \u003cstrong\u003eNOS (New Old Stock)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a clean vibe, or \u003cstrong\u003eAged\u003c\/strong\u003e for that well-loved, road-worn appearance. Perfect for restorations, conversions, or any player chasing the golden age of tone and craftsmanship. \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvery aged piece is hand-treated, resulting in slight variations that give each one its own unique character.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThis is more than just a stud set — it’s the material-correct foundation for a proper vintage stop tailpiece installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eMaterial: Nickel-plated steel (not brass or zinc)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThread: 5\/16-24 (standard Gibson spec)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eLengths: Vintage (1″ thread) \/ Historic (7\/8″ thread)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eIncludes: 2 studs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eAvailable: NOS or Aged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eCompatibility: Vintage Gibson Les Pauls, Gibson Historic Reissue models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e*Please \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMeasure before ordering to ensure the correct fit.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Please allow 3–5 business days for shipping. All parts are custom aged per order.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RetroSpec","offers":[{"title":"Nickel - Vintage - 1 1\/2″ Aged","offer_id":53428356383086,"sku":"STDVTLA","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Nickel - Vintage - 1 1\/2″ NOS","offer_id":53428356415854,"sku":"STDVTNOS","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Nickel - Historic - 1 3\/8″ Aged","offer_id":53428356317550,"sku":"STDHSLA","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Nickel - Historic - 1 3\/8″ NOS","offer_id":53428356350318,"sku":"STDHSNOS","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0983\/5482\/3534\/files\/RetroSpecParts4-25-2600263.jpg?v=1777556945","url":"https:\/\/retrospecvintageparts.com\/products\/retrospec-nickel-plated-steel-tailpiece-studs-vintage-or-historic-length","provider":"RetroSpec Vintage Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}