Description
Description
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| Finish Details: | The finish on the fingerboard is not original due to the refret and planing. The rest of the finish on the neck and body is original. |
| Top Material: | Ash |
| Body Material: | Ash |
| Neck Material: | Maple |
| Fingerboard Material: | Mahogany |
| Neck Profile: | "C" Shape |
| Neck Thickness (IN): | 1st. Fret: .87" & 12th. Fret: .90" |
| Fingerboard Radius: | 7.25" |
| Nut Width: | 1-5/8" |
| Scale Length: | 25 1/2" |
| Electronics: | Original Fender pickups with the original switch, pots, and wiring. The pot codes date to 1966. |
| Pickup Measurements: | Bridge: 7.4k Neck: 6.3k |
| Hardware: | Original tuners and bridge. There are no string ferrules or routes on the back of the body making this a very rare factory Bigsby model. |
| Weight: | 8lbs 11oz |
| Modifications/Repairs: | -Refret. -Fingerboard has been planed. -Non-original nut. |
| Case Details: | Original Hardshell Case |
| Cosmetic Condition: | This vintage Telecaster is in good cosmetic condition with moderate wear throughout. The finishing is yellowed with age and has begun to check in commonly touched areas. |
| Serial Number: | 228078 |
| Tech Notes: | This Telecaster plays well with medium action. The non-original frets are tall and show moderate wear. The guitar is being dated to 1969 based off the serial number and neck stamp. |
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