Fender Telecaster Custom Sunburst 1974

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Summary

Finish: There are black finish touchups on the back of the body near the neck plate, from holes that were filled. There is also a small black touchup on the top edge of the treble bout. The remainder of the finish on the body and neck is original.

Body Material: Ash

Neck Material: Maple

Neck Profile: "C" profile

Neck Thickness (IN): .87" (1st fret), .91" (12th fret)

Fingerboard Radius: 7.25"

Nut Width: 1-5/8"

Scale Length: 25 1/2"

Electronics: Original Fender Wide Range neck humbucker; the bridge pickup is a Seymour Duncan STL-1. The bridge tone pot and capacitor have been replaced, and a number of harness connections have been touched up or redone. The original pot codes date to 1974.

Pickup Measurements: 10.4k (neck), 9.3k (bridge)

Hardware: The nut has been replaced. The strap buttons are not original.

Weight: 7 lbs 9 oz

Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Fender Telecaster has aged nicely, with light checking and authentic play wear on the glossy finish. There is wear along the top edges of the body, and the back of the neck is glossy and smooth. There are four filled holes on the back of the body near the neck plate, which have been touched up with black.

Modifications/Repairs: -The neck pocket was converted to 4-bolt pattern at one point. These holes were subsequently filled and touched up with black.-The neck heel was drilled for a 4-bolt mount at one point as well.-The neck has been refretted-The nut has been replaced-The bridge pickup has been replaced-The bridge tone pot and capacitor have been replaced-Several connections in the wiring harness have been repaired or redone

Serial Number: 536369

Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief, and the frets are tall with little wear. The serial number and pot codes date the guitar to 1974.

Case Details: Hardshell Case