X=October.but wait it goes like this for the build monthsĢ149= 2149th guitar built for that month. So 00001 to 49999 are Acoustic Guitars, 50000 to 99999 are electric guitars and electric bassesĪll 3 factories use the same serial number system These other factories follow the same serial number pattern as the Cort Korean factory. Saehan Factory: acoustics start with SQ, electrics start with S So an example here is for a recent model with a Serial number F0330210 = Fujigen 2003 June 210th guitar built.ġ984 to 1996 example serial number F232104Ģ104 guitar built for that month 2104th madeĬort Factory Acoustics and Electrics start with C OK it goes like this.starting with Japanese built guitars: I hope this list will be a useful one to all at ICW. Now I know there are a few yawning out there but think of those who do not know how to read them. Well gang here it is the ultimate list on serial numbers from today to yesterday. Ibanez Collectors World: HOW TO READ A IBANEZ SERIAL NUMBERĬlosed: New threads not accepted on this page