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Vintage Fender Telecaster Custom - 1976 - Outstanding Condition

Estimated price for orientation: 2 195 $

Category: Electric Guitars
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Description
Condition: Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Brand: Fender
Body Material: Solid Wood Body Type: Solid
Model Year: 1976 Model: Vintage
Soundboard Style: Flat Top Body Color: Natural
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States


Vintage Fender Telecaster Custom - 1976 Rare - Outstanding ConditionThe beautiful grain of this body cannot be overstated and photos just can't seem to capture it completely.This humbucker and single coil guitar produces unique tones.This heavy solid body supplies classic Tele tone and bite.This guitar was played professionally in the Chicago area.Instrument is in outstanding condition.Frets are in outstanding condition.I believe this natural finish is original. When I acquired the guitar the body had been sprayed with blue paint. Luckily, it was flaking away so I could see the natural finish below. A bit of rubbing alcohol cleared away the paint and WOW it looks great!All parts are original and pickup cavity is lined with foil for hum dampening.
Number of Frets: 21 Black Dot Position InlaysFretboard: Maple, Neck Material: Maple Neck Finish: Gloss LacquerNeck Plate: 3-Bolt Neck Plate with Micro-Tilt™ Neck Adjustment Truss Rods: Bullet Style Truss Rod Tuning Machines: Vintage “F” Style Tuning Machines Pickguard: 3-Ply Black/White/Black Pickup Switching: 3-Position Toggle Controls: Volume, Volume, Tone, Tone
Control Knobs: Skirted Amp Knobs Neck Pickup: Fender® “Wide Range” Humbucking Neck Pickup Bridge Pickup: American Vintage Tele® Single-Coil Bridge Pickup Hardware: Chrome Thru-Body Tele® Bridge Case: Hardshell, not original.With neck removed I see no stampings or initials - see photos.
I see a few faint areas near the cutaway where a bit of blue color remains - see photos. Also, similar discolorations on butt end.
There is 1 small ding in the finish on back lower left - see photo.Guitar stand not included.
Insured shipping and delivery signature required.Sold "As-Is".