[Serial Number and Date for ES-125]

thanks everybody!

[Serial Number and Date for ES-125]

Hey - i just picked up a Gibson ES-125 that the seller claims to be from 1956.

I am trying to confirm that but not having much luck at all.

 

Here are some details...

 

It looks old.

19 frets

dot inlays

no number stamped on the outside anywhere i can see.

there is a numer w996 stamped in ink that i can see through the hole on the electronics side.

the single p90 looks original

looks like the nut and the tuners have been replaced

 

 

what are some things i can use to date it?

 

the picture makes it look way better than in person - it definitely has some battle scars.

 

thanks! any help would be appreciated.