Jordan11113 Posted January 3, 2022 Share Posted January 3, 2022 Happy New Year! my wife’s grandfather recently gifted us with his vintage Gibson ES 125 TCD. We don’t know much about it’s origin and I’m hoping this forum could help us learn a little more about its era and possible age. I’ve attached some photos of the guitar including the serial number on the back of the headstock. Any information (facts, guesses, or otherwise) are all appreciated! thanks!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pohatu771 Posted January 3, 2022 Share Posted January 3, 2022 The ES-125TCD (thinline, cutaway, dual-pickup, as opposed to other models with a TDC suffix indicating thinline, dual-pickup, cherry finish) was introduced in 1960 and discontinued in 1970. Yours is from 1961, based on the serial number. That is also the year when archtops, flattops, and solidbody models finally had the same serial number system. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdgm Posted January 3, 2022 Share Posted January 3, 2022 (edited) Very nice indeed and looks to be in fine condition for 60 years old! Edited January 3, 2022 by jdgm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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