Deadstock Gibson Plastic Strap Pins These are leftover parts from the 1960s-70s that were found when the Gibson factory in Kalamazoo closed in 1984. When I obtained them from overseas, they were too white, so I added some coloring. These strap pins, with their smooth material and this shape, are no longer sold, so many people are looking for them. They have the unique imperfections and individual differences of the time, and the atmosphere is completely different from parts made with modern precision. They are similar in shape to those found on vintage Hofner guitars, so replacing the strap pins on a J-160E, Hofner, etc., will significantly change the look.