The scale length is typically around 42 cm (16.5 inches).
Gibson has used other scale lengths on various models through the years.
Opinions vary regarding the effect of scale length on tone and feel.
The scale length is similar to an electric bass guitar.
The distance between these two points is called the scale length of the guitar.
Let's say that the scale length for a guitar is 26 inches.
Its scale length is typically about 16.5 inches (420 mm).
Its scale length is typically about 25 inches (635 mm).
Its scale length is typically about 9.5 inches (240 mm).
The original 1953 models had a long scale length, at 26".