USED Fender / 1971 Precision Bass 3-Tone Sunburst [03]

We’ve just received a 1971 Fender Precision Bass in 3-Tone Sunburst!

After being acquired by CBS, Fender refined many of its manufacturing methods and parts to improve production efficiency.
The company began sourcing and using large quantities of parts at once and shifted from tube to solid-state amplifiers, steering the brand into a new era.

Based on the serial number, neck date, and pot date, this instrument can be identified as a 1971 model.
The body is crafted from American basswood with subtle grain patterns, while the neck features flat-sawn maple with a rosewood fingerboard.
The headstock features the modern "Fender PRECISION BASS" logo along with the PAT NO. used from 1968 to mid-1976, and is equipped with nickel tuners bearing the Fender relief logo.

The neck, with a nut width of approximately 40mm, features a round-profile rosewood fingerboard with pearloid dot position markers.
The frets appear to have been recently replaced and are jumbo frets with ample height.
The neck date, "5 07 71 B," indicates that it was manufactured in 1971.

It features the body shape from 1968 onward, which lacks the bulge next to the neck pocket. Given that American basswood was used for the body, it can be determined that this is a model from before 1972. The pickguard is a 4-ply vinyl tortoiseshell, and the bridge features stainless steel saddles with a longer screw for the first string.

The pickups have gray bobbins, but I was unable to identify any features that would help determine the exact year of manufacture.
"429X" "5XXX"
The volume pot has been replaced with a modern one, but the tone pot is a Stackpole Pot from Week 16 of 1971, as indicated by the “304-7116” marking.

The finish is the classic 3-tone sunburst, and this particular guitar features a beautiful gradient that starts from the outer edges.
Overall, there are some weather checking, scratches, and dents in the finish due to age, but there are no issues with playability. The frets have good height, and I have confirmed that the truss rod turns 60 degrees in both directions.

S/N: 324163
Weight: 3.95 kg
Accessories: Original black hard case

Condition: B+: Some scratches, but no issues for normal use

Serial Number: 324163
Year of Manufacture: 1971
Case: Hard case
Accessories: Hard case
Weight: 3.95 kg
Condition: Overall, there are weathering, scratches, and dents due to age

* As this is a used item, there may be scratches, dents, and other imperfections that are not visible in the photos or not listed here. Please be aware of this in advance.

* Any information provided regarding the truss rod, remaining fret life, or string action was measured by our staff during setup. These measurements are subject to change due to environmental factors such as climate and humidity.
These measurements are intended as a reference at the time of purchase and do not guarantee that the measurements will be the same when the item arrives.

* This is a one-of-a-kind item currently listed simultaneously on multiple marketplaces, including our in-store display. While we strive to promptly remove product listings upon sale, updates are not always made in real time.
We sincerely apologize if the item happens to be sold out after you place your order.

* Due to the nature of the product, we are unable to transfer it between stores; we appreciate your understanding.

Product Grade: B+: Some minor scratches, but no issues for normal use

Serial Number: 324163
Year of Manufacture: 1971
Country of Manufacture: USA
Case: Original black hard case
Weight: 3.95 kg
Truss Rod: No issues
Fret Wear: Within normal range
Scale: 864mm (34")
Modifications: Volume pot, nut, and frets replaced

* As this is a used item, there may be scratches, dents, or other imperfections that are not visible in the photos or not listed here. Please be aware of this in advance.

* Measurements for the truss rod, remaining fret height, and string action listed here were taken by our staff during setup. These measurements are subject to change due to environmental factors such as climate and humidity.
These figures are intended as a reference at the time of purchase and do not guarantee that the measurements will be the same when the item arrives.

* This is a one-of-a-kind item currently listed simultaneously on multiple marketplaces, including our in-store display. We strive to remove product listings promptly upon sale, but updates may not always be in real time.
We sincerely apologize if the item happens to be sold out after you place your order, and we ask for your understanding.