<HTML>I agree with Terry on this subject. My father in very small letters put his initials and the date on the plate near the tuning pins. I never liked this approach. I have my own service history in it's own vinyl holder that stays in the bench. The bonus is you can record the humidity readings, pitch and other items of concern in it. This way you can present yourself professionally to the costumers. Even though I get a special feeling when I see Dad's initials since he's deceased, I still prefer this method and my costumers do to. Bob Russell</HTML>