About the Skull and Sword artwork: The Rodriguez "Skull & Sword" deck was the first pro signature deck graphic produced by Powell-Peralta. The graphic was conceived by Ray and Illustrated by V.C. Johnson with art direction from George Powell in 1979. Initially released in two distinctly different shapes; a 10" x 30" "Widetail" version and a 10" x 28.5" "Snub Nose,” it came in "Brite-Lite" Dayglo yellow, orange, purple and green. In years to follow, it was made in various different colors and a Powell-Peralta logo was added. In 1983 Ray's signature was removed and replaced with a Powell-Peralta script logo. The graphic was also used for T-shirts and stickers. Originally Released: 1979 Artwork by: Vernon Courtlandt Johnson Board: Powell-Peralta skateboards are made from strong, light, hard yellow birch, fused together with water-resistant glue in proprietary Powell-Peralta AirLam™ presses. This ensures maximum stiffness, strength, pop, and durability. Lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects Griptape: Professional quality silicon carbide grit optimizes grip and durability in all weather conditions. Trucks: Mini Logo™ trucks combine strength, stability, and smooth turning by utilizing premium alloys, high-rebound bushings, and heat-treated axles. Designed, developed, and proven by our professional team at Skate One, Mini Logo trucks will allow skaters to roll and turn with confidence when they begin skating and will stand up to the stresses and impacts of advanced street, park, and ramp skating as they progress. Medium-soft bushings for deck widths 7" - 7.75" Medium-hard bushings for deck widths 8.0" and up Warranty against manufacturer defects for the life of the skateboard. Wheels: Powell-Peralta wheels are fast, durable, hot cast, polyurethane wheels that roll, slide and grip great. Our wheels have been top-rated and used by professional skaters for the past 43 years. You will be pleased with these. Medium 90-A hardness for size 7" - 7.75" wide skateboards. Hard 101-A hardness for size 8.0" wide and up skateboards. Lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects Bearings: Mini Logo bearings are Skate Rated™ so they roll fast, and stand up to the dirt, dust, impacts, and moisture skateboards have to roll through every day. With precision ground races, mirror-smooth balls, a high-speed nylon ball retainer, Speed Cream™ racing lubricant, and two removable protective shields for easy cleaning, ML bearings will allow you to take full advantage of your high rebound PP wheels to get maximum roll and skating fun. Lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects