Owning an ES-125 is one of the coolest ways to get into a golden-era Gibson electric and get that warm P90 tone. The P90, Pots, Bumble Bee Capacitor, and Bonnet knobs are the same as found in a Junior. These are great guitars for those transitioning from acoustics, as they in many ways feel like them. They are also great for jazz players or those looking for a muted tone when using flatwounds. Note: Serial dates to late 1958, but the pots are dated to early 1959, so 1959 would be technically correct if going by the newest part. A 1959 manufacture period would also explain the wider frets. The tailpiece was replaced at some point, but this is common practice as the originals are very fragile and prone to snapping off at the bracket. Comes in original chipboard case