Thanks, looks like mine was made 1939-40
The first issue was 1933-1934 in Gloss Black, also made 1936-1938, and additionally in 1939-1940. Some, but not all 1934 issues had a misspelled Gauge on the bottom pickup as GUAGE, which would definitely put it at 1934. 1936 issue were Satin Black; also in Gunmetal Gray. The 1937 "uncaltalogued" issue was Flat Black.
i just picked up a nice 259e and was wondering how to tell what year it was made. What am I looking for? Thanks
Bruce
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