Product Description
Vintage 1973 Fender Stratocaster Tobacco Sunburst Guitar
Vintage 1973 Fender Stratocaster Tobacco Sunburst Guitar
In 1954, Fender introduced a new line to their already strong catalogue – the Stratocaster. There were many small, incremental changes to the design that reached towards the sale of Fender to CBS in 1965. This version of the Stratocaster was one of the first of the CBS era and is an iconic version that holds such history, along with a brilliant investment to take into the future.
This is no exception to the rarity and build-quality of these early Stratocasters.
Product Details
Serial: 520586
Body: Swamp Ash w/ Poly Sunburst Finish – weighing just 7.4lbs
Neck: Bolt-On Three-Screw Maple Neck w/ 21-Fret Rosewood Fingerboard & Large Headstock. 42mm Nut Width, C Profile.
Hardware: Chrome-Plated F-Tuners, Tremolo Bridge, 3-Ply Pickguard, Staggered Black Bottom Pickups (dated 1973), VTT Knobs (dated 1972)
Pickup Readings: 5.22 – 5.34 – 5.46
Weight: 7.4lbs
Service History
We pride ourselves on the service of each guitar. We clean and set up our guitars making them ready to plug in and play.
Cosmetic Inspection
This one is naturally roadworn, as you can see. It’s an absolute beauty! There are knocks to this guitar giving it that SRV style. There has been some other machine heads added in the past, leaving two very small holes. The original machine heads have now been reinstalled and they look amazing! None of the knocks and bumps affect playability.
Originality
We had the guitar inspected and we can confirm it is all original except the volume pot and knob (1980s Japanese Pot). This can easily be replaced if needs be.
Summary
Overall, this is a very rare and collectable guitar. Not only is this sure to increase in value year on year, but also it can be an enjoyed investment.
