Some even appear to be autographed by Slash.
But all of them are fake.
They are fraudulent, and they are part of a massive attempt to con the American consumer.
Africa Bell, port director of the Los Angeles/Long Beach Seaport, surrounded by fake Gibson Guitars on Nov. 26, 2024.© Ron Lyon/ZUMA
These actions are for protecting not only our consumers, but all of these luthiers and craftsmen.
But the overwhelming majority were Gibsons.
At least from a distance, the rip-offs in the warehouse look convincing.
But upon closer inspection, the inconsistencies become much clearer.
But eventually, theyll be destroyed, with the government hiring contractors to dispose of them.
