Serial Number

[gschank]

I have a Rick bass that I have owned since the early '70's It was manufactured in Sept. '72, according to the company information. However, there is lettering on the top of the plate. I do not know the meaning of this. Can anyone tell me more about my bass? Serial # LI 915.

[rickenbrother]

Welcome to the forum, Gary.
The first character, "L" is for '72, the second character "I" is for September.
915 was the next number available when your bass was finished.

Post a pic of you bass when you get a chance.

[marc61]

Wow a lot of classic Rics are starting to show their faces...Welcome Gary, and please post pics for us to drool over

[gschank]

Thanks for the information regarding the serial number. It is a black 4001 with white checkerboard, and in just about mint condition. As soon as I figure out how to reduce the size of the photos, I will submit them. Gary

[ben_brown]

The pics can be 800wideX600tall and 256k in size if you use the upload attachment feature.
Welcome to the forum.

[gschank]

Thanks for the great info, and the new member welcome. Here are some photos of my 1972 4001.

[brycycle]

nice!

[wints]

Welcome Gary,

That looks like a very nice example.

You certainly have taken good care of her!

[leftybass]

Yeah, that's a beauty. Welcome to the forum, Gary.

Gotta love the '72s....

[phlemmy]

nice!

+35!

[dswp]

Welcome Gary.

Nice Bass!!!

[sloop_john_b]

Gorgeous bass Gary, welcome!

[rikk]

Sweet bass. Welcome to the forum.

[ben_brown]

Definitely a nice one

[rick_ovic]

She's a beauty, Gary. A very nice way to introduce yourself to the Forum...welcome!