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One of apparently only 200 of these models produced. Made in 2012 and has spent a majority of it's life in a case with almost no use, a genuine "near mint" offering with only a small bump near the output jack as pictured. Weighs 3.6kg's and wears a stunning Violin Burst finish with a very understated flamed maple top that almost looks burled. Full info from Fender below: Fender's Select Series The Fender Select Telecaster is a member of Fender's new Select Series. Built in the USA (where else?), this series one-ups the American Deluxe Series with choice tonewoods, compound-radius fingerboards, beautifully figured tops, gorgeous finishes, and premium appointments throughout. Gorgeous, great-sounding gloss lacquer finish The Fender Select Telecaster wears a gorgeous gloss lacquer finish. lacquer finishes - standard back in the '60s and '70s - are significantly thinner than today's polyurethane finishes, allowing the guitar to "breathe." lacquer finishes not only look vintage-y wonderful; they also enhance the instrument's tonal qualities. Shred and chord with equal ease The Fender Select Carved Maple Top Telecaster sports a compound-radius flame maple fingerboard with 22 medium jumbo frets. Down low, your fretting hand will appreciate the 9.5" radius that keeps things nice and comfortable for natural, relaxed chord work. Up top, a 14" radius lays it all out flat for effortless, low-action high-speed runs with monumental string bends without fretting out. The best of both worlds. Fender Select Telecaster Features: -Chambered ash body with flame maple top, gloss lacquer finish -Birdseye Maple neck and compound-radius fingerboard with 22 medium jumbo frets -Fender Select Tele single-coil pickups -Gold hardware; deluxe staggered cast/sealed tuning machines -American Tele bridge with New American Standard bent steel saddles and stamped brass plate -Fender Deluxe Hardshell Case included

The Fender Telecaster, known affectionately as the "Tele," emerged as the first mass-produced solid-body electric guitar, marking a significant milestone in music history. Its straightforward design and innovative sound paved the way for new trends in electric guitar manufacturing and popular music. Since its debut in the 1950s, the Telecaster has been celebrated for its versatility, serving artists across genres from country to jazz, rock, and beyond. Its solid construction, characterized by a single-cutaway body made typically from alder or ash and a bolt-on maple neck, contributes to its distinct, bright, and cutting tone as well as a warm, mellow sound depending on pickup selection. With minor modifications over the years, the Telecaster has remained largely faithful to its original design, featuring two single-coil pickups, a three-way selector switch, and simple volume and tone controls. This enduring design has kept the Telecaster relevant and in continuous production, solidifying its status as a beloved icon in the guitar world.