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2017 John Cruz Masterbuilt '52 Tele in Faded White Blonde Heavy Relic. Guitar and case are in excellent condition. Minimal wear on frets, still in excellent shape. Hand wound twisted tele pick ups. A true masterpiece from Cruz! Great feeling neck at a custom '57 soft "V" profile. Smooth 'no finish' on back of neck to glide up and down. Here are some specs:serial: JC3225 Body: Light weight 1-Piece Ash BodyColor: Faded White Blonde Heavy RelicFinish: Nitrocellulose LacquerNeck Shape: Custom ’57 Soft “V” profileNeck: Quartersawn MapleNeck Radius: 9.5"Neck Dim: .850 1st - .990 12thTruss Rod: Adjust at HeadstockFrets: 21Fret Size: Sanko 6105Nut: BoneNut Width: 1 5/8”Scale Length: 25.5”Electronis: 3-way switch (Modern Wiring)Neck Pickup: Hand-wound Custom Shop Twisted TeleBridge Pickup: Hand-wound Custom Shop Twisted TeleCase: Fender Tweed HardshellCOA: YesWeight: 6.9 lbs (6 lbs 15 oz)Guitar is priced to sell. Sold 'as described'. 3-day expedited shipping to lower 48.

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.