when did morris guitar stamp serial number on head stock

I did a google search and found this explanation although I dont know if its accurate: 'A second is usually a slight cosmetic defect not affecting playability or structural integrity.

The cost to fix it sounds like less than I would have thought. I was going to bid on an Epiphone guitar that has the word '2nd' or 'second' stamped the back of the headstock. I dont think there is a log that specifies why any particular guitar got stamped 'second' - in general, its just due to a very slight cosmetic flaw. I think after a month it's a bit tacky to try to go back to the seller. Sounds JUST like my Hamer Echotone! It wasn't a second either. As far as I can determine, this RYOJI MATSUOKA M20 was made in 1984 (according to heel stamp inside see pic). On the headstock it has the Fender logo along with a 'Made in US' stamp on it, and then on the back of the headstock it has the Custom Shop emblem on it. Question.do ibanez stamp their 2nds? why do manufacturers sell 2nds instead of destroying them.and last.should i ask the seller to pay for the repairs or what.i dont know how to start my dialogue with him.Any input would be greatly appreciated! 1 Hello Everyone I have a Fender Stratocaster Custom Shop Guitar that does not have any serial number anywhere that I can find. Ok!i think my problem fits in here boys and girls.Tell me what i should do.I bought an artcore for my friend off ebay.It was just used for a studio recording.It arrives beautiful but my friend doesnt get round to play it for a month and thats when he notices something wrong with the neck,Its a small rise in the fretboard around the 12 to 14 fret.We take it to a few luthiers and they all say it looks like a factory 2nd and they cant believe someone played this for a recording session let alone for fun.The board was not properly pressed to the neck they say and this will cost about 60 to 70 canadian for the repair and everything should be alright.

When did morris guitar stamp serial number on head stock