This Pre Owned Fender 1961 Stratocaster in Fiesta Red finish is a guitar that over the years has been loved and more importantly played. This isn't a mint condition masterpiece but if you're looking for something unique and it sits within your budget of an ever increasing vintage market, then it's a solid investment. This is surely the definition of a players grade vintage guitar.
Here's a little more of the guitars history:
A previous owner purchased this guitar in April 1975 and played professionally with it since, hence the 'road worn' appearance. It was re-finished by the original owner (pre 1975) to what you see today. It has been re-fretted in the late 70's by Rob Armstrong in Coventry. At the same time he lacquered over the neck. We believe the pickups to be original but the bridge pick up failed in the late 1970's and was re-wound to the original spec by a company based in the Midlands. We actually sold this guitar a few years ago to a collector who has now decided to move it on to make room for something new.
We have taken time to get to know this guitar in our workshop before listing it for sale (we do have more detailed workbench photo's available on request). There have certainly been replacement parts over the years but like we said, this has been a players guitar for years and no doubt been in the hands of different professional techs. We do know the tuners have been replaced as the originals were no longer useable.
The knowledgeable Fender fans might even recognise the signature on the underside of the scratchplate. To us, it looks to read 'Mary' but again we have no way of knowing for sure. The volume pot is original but both tone pots were replaced over the years with CTS ones. The pickup selector has also been replaced more than once over the gigging years. At the moment the frets are worn but still play nicely.
It has an old non original flight case for safe transportation. We've given it a full set up and healthcheck in our workshop with Ernie Ball Super Slinky's and it's now ready to find a new home. Please get in touch for international shipping options.
Serial Number: 72184
Weight: 7.9lbs
Made in USA
Neck stamped - 10/61
For more pictures or to discuss this guitar further please give us a call. This instrument is viewable by appointment only in our showroom. Please call 01926 808982 to arrange this with us. We are open Tuesday to Saturday 11am-5pm.
Pre Owned Equipment is often subject to some wear depending on age and how well it has been looked after. Any significant cosmetic damage is shown in the photos so please take the time to look through and make sure you are happy with the condition before buying. Please see the description of this item for details.
