extremely noob question

[bf0502tr]

can anyone explain to me how do they measure the fret scale? i've tried measuring my fretboard but i get nothin near 24.5 or 25.5 inches. i don't even get 20 inches, and wiki didn't seem to help either -.-

 

[PatheinRaindropMoe]

i believe you mixed up the term, thus couldnt get much info outta wiki...

heres more infos

http://www.google.com.sg/search?hl=en&q=guitar+scale+length+definition&btnG=Search&meta=

 

[bf0502tr]

ooooo no wonder..thanks dude