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Summary
Finish Details: Original
Body Material: Alder Body
Body Details: Solid alder body
Neck Material: Maple Neck
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Neck Profile: “C” profile
Neck Thickness (IN): .90″ (1st fret), .96″(12th fret)
Fingerboard Radius: 7.25″
Nut Width: 1-1/2″
Scale Length: 25 1/2″
Neck Details: Bolt-on maple neck with bound rosewood fretboard, block inlays, and heel-adjust truss rod. The neck date marking has worn away, but the neck is original to the body and consistent with late 1960s Fender necks.
Electronics: Original grey bobbin split single coil pickups with 1966 date markings, and original wiring harness with 4-way rotary switch (neck, both pickups in parallel, bridge, both pickups out of phase) and master volume/tone controls. The pot codes date to 1966.
Pickup Measurements: 11.4k (neck), 11.2k (bridge)
Hardware: Original; the vibrato arm is not included.
Weight: 7lbs 7oz
Modifications/Repairs: None
Case Details: Hardshell case
Cosmetic Condition: The guitar has aged nicely, and shows light blemishes consistent with its age. The finish has hazed and has numerous small dings, chips, and light scratches. The back of the body has additional scratches, and the pickguard has shrunk and warped slightly. The neck is glossy and smooth.
Serial Number: 229477
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief, and is currently set up with 10s. The frets are narrow and fairly low, with light wear and divots present. The combination of model and serial number date this guitar to 1969.