Howdy Stephen,
My son has an Epiphone Les Paul, 2 or 3 yrs. old, and he's had no real problems with it. They're built like a tank and have few moving parts. Easy to set up and stay that way. [Linked Image]
I think that the little screw ring thingie, that holds the pick-up selector in place, came loose once. But, that's it.
Have fun with your new axe,
BillA