Shimano DX seatpost info please?

[factory pilot]

Was talking to Joff the other day and we couldn't decide on whether  DX posts came painted ( the colour block at the top ) or if this was a decal. I know Del does replacement decals but we're they originally a painted on block ( enamel paint ? )
Anyone got an OG one who can confirm either way or anyone got any info?
Cheers Ant

[region11]

Is it maybe some type of screen printing?

[Waxintaxin]

Deaf painted or , screened but certainly not a peel able sticker

[brass monkey!]

As Rich said, defo not a sticker

Thought it was some kind of anodising,?

[NORTY40]

That's what i thought , defo not a sticker but i wasn't sure whether it was somehow annodised on or my guess was some sort of screen printing 

[glenboy]

Yep as above its  a screen printed paint sort of finish and not anno or a sticker

[factory pilot]

Cheers for the info fellas.. Much appreciated !