The ESP Guitar Company

1rst off, pics are coming tomorrow. Sorry. I picked up an LTD EXP-200 with hardshell case for $200! The thing is in AMAZING condition! I tried to do some research on the forums and found out it is a pretty older model. I am trying to determine the manufacturing date and thought I'd give it a shot here before trying the Techinfo on the ESP site. Here's what I know: - Definitely an EXP-200 (bolt on, pre-lawsuit) - No badging on the fretboard (just the dots) - Pickups are "ESP" brand - Tuners say Made in Japan - Serial number is 43096 (stamped on the fretboard past the 22nd fret) Any ideas? I was assuming that 43096 meant 96 maybe? Also, from reading on here I assume it is probably Alder. Thanks and I'll get some pics up!