Entirely original 50 year old Fender Telecaster in collector-grade condition and perfect working order.
The guitar was acquired from the original owner who purchased it in new at Gelb Music (still in business) in Redwood City, CA with money saved from his paper route and washing dishes.
The guitar was played in a local high school garage band and then was put in its case and stored in a closet .
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for the next 40 years.
Ownership is documented with period photos and a detailed written history from the original owner.
DATE CODES:
The serial number dates the the guitar to 1975.
The neck is date stamped September of '75.
The original matching pots are dated March of '75.
ORIGINAL:
Original glossy black finish, maple neck (with walnut "skunk stripe" on the back), nut, frets, markers, pickguard, etc.
All electronics are 100% original incl.
pickups, pots, toggle switch, all wiring and untouched solder joints.
Furthermore, all hardware is original including bridge, knurled knobs, tuners, bridge and bridge "ashtray" cover.
Original case candy includes Owner's Manual, Warranty Card and signed production Inspection Tag.
NON-ORIGINAL:
Strings
CONDITION:
The condition of this guitar is as nice as they come with glossy black finish, shiny hardware, frets showing virtually now wear and nice, flat, unbroken pickguard.
Two imperfections include a bump in the finish to the back of the neck up near the volute and a 1/2" split in the paint on the top just below the 'ashtray'.
(See photos for both).
There are zero prior repairs, modifications or parts replaced.
Comes with an aftermarket case, purchased on the same day as the guitar, in good structural and cosmetic condition.
Price based on the the condition, originality and documented ownership history.
Without exaggeration, this is one of the nicest, most original vintage Telecasters for sale anywhere.
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