Fender Stratocaster 1965 Sunburst L Serial Worn w Stamford Case
Here we have a very well played Fender Stratocaster from very early 1965, among the last of the pre-CBS guitars! This example still features the earlier mint green celluloid nitrate pickguard (cracked of course) and clay dot inlays with an L serial number.
This guitar though worn and played is in very original condition, the only changed parts are two tremolo springs, and a modern 5 way switch. This was installed due to the original being non functional (included).
The guitar has also been professionally refretted with vintage size wire, the board was NOT sanded or levelled at the time. They have some wear however the guitar plays great with a low action. There is a chip on the high e side of the 6th fret on the board, this does not affect playability with photos attached.
There is significant finish wear and buckle rash as seen, the stratocaster part of the logo has worn away leaving only its imprint behind.
Other than noted this guitar retains most of its original parts with the neck and pots dating to January of '65. The solder appears all untouched except for the changed switch.
Pickup readings are as follows:
B: 6.41k ohms
M: 6.10
N: 6.50
Weight is at approx. 3.5kgs
A fantastic playing early 1965 Fender Stratocaster retaining the feel and tone of a pre-CBS guitar.
Comes in a era correct stamford Australian import case with the tremolo arm, backplate, and original 3-way switch.
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All my guitars are professionally packed outside and inside the case and are shipped express worldwide. Each guitar is fully insured with signature on delivery. Approximately 5 business days international, 2 days interstate.
All instruments shipped within Australia will have a 48-hour approval period/change of mind policy for returns, no questions asked. This means you will get a full refund due to a simple change of mind, minus return shipping costs. This approval period/change of mind policy does not apply to consigned instruments. All guitars are sold as-is with no returns past the approval period above. Any guitar sold not as described is returnable outside this approval period.