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Stripped Natural FinishOriginal HardwareOriginal PickupsOriginal Pots - Dating to 1966Original Neck - Stamped 3rd November 1966Original Strap ButtonsOriginal 3-Way SelectorOriginal BindingOriginal FretsReplaced Pickup Selector ToggleOriginal NutWeight: 6lbs 15ozSerial Number: 177102 Condition Report:This guitar is presented in very good, players condition. There are no structural breaks or damage to the guitar, aside from age-related marks and wear. The original Sunburst finish was stripped to natural at some point in its life, the bridge pickup was recently rewound to original specification, and the original frets have been crowned. The original frets are relatively worn, but after a recent setup and fret work, the guitar still plays great and intonates across the fretboard. The neck dates to November 1966, and the pots also date to the same year. The original binding is present, however is cracked in some places. What's Included:1966 Fender Custom TelecasterOriginal Fender Hard CaseOriginal Ash Tray Bridge Cover

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.