Gibson ES-125 1953, Sunburst

The Gibson ES-125 has long been appreciated for its uncomplicated design, offering a fully hollow body and a single P-90 pickup in a package that has remained appealing across generations. This 1953 example retains the warm, understated character that made the model a favorite for everything from jazz to early rock and roll, and it presents remarkably clean for its age. A series of minor replacement parts represent practical updates made over the course of its life while preserving the guitar's overall character. The finish has aged gracefully, with far less wear than is often seen on instruments from this period. It stands as an honest mid-'50s ES-125 that has been well cared for and remains an enjoyable example of one of Gibson's enduring hollowbody designs.