USED FENDER / 1968 Telecaster with Maple Neck, Blonde Finish [04]

1968 Fender Telecaster Maple Neck Blonde

July 1950 marked the birth of the Telecaster, the world’s first mass-produced electric guitar. At the time, it was sold under the name “Esquier,” but the model name and specifications were later changed to “BROADCASTER” and then “NOCASTER,” before settling on “TELECASTER” around 1951.

This instrument was manufactured in 1968, the year Fender was acquired by CBS.
The date stamp on the maple neck reads “3 JUL 68 B,” indicating that it is a B-neck model produced in July 1968.
Additionally, the frets have been replaced with jumbo-sized ones, and the guitar has been over-lacquered.

The body, finished in blond, is made of dark-grained ash, and the pickguard is a white 3-ply model with a pearloid backing, which was used from around 1964 through 1968.
It features tuners stamped with an “F,” flat-top control knobs, and a PAT NO. bridge with a stainless steel saddle.

The pickups are original units: a black bobbin with black-and-white cross-wound wire in the front position, and a black bobbin with black-and-white cross-wound wire wound with white octopus thread in the bridge position. The pot dates are Vol “301-6XXX” and Tone “304-6617”; judging by the condition of the solder, these are original 1966 units, and the capacitors are Circle D.

This guitar is just under 60 years old. It appears to have been played extensively, with numerous scratches and dents throughout, as well as some paint chipping; however, the frets have been replaced and approximately 80% of the original frets remain. We have confirmed that the truss rod turns 60 degrees in both directions, so it is in perfect playing condition.
This 1968 Telecaster offers excellent playability—we hope you’ll consider it.

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S/N: 241324
Weight: 3.45 kg
Accessories: Original black Tolex case

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

Serial Number: 241324
Year of Manufacture: 1968
Case: Original black Tolex case
Weight: 3.45 kg
Condition: The guitar appears to have been played extensively; there are numerous scratches and dents overall, as well as some paint chipping. However, the frets have been replaced and approximately 80% remain; we have confirmed that the truss rod rotates 60 degrees in both directions, so it is in perfect playing condition.

* As this is a used item, there may be scratches, dents, and other imperfections that are not clearly 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, string action, etc., was measured by our staff during setup; however, these specifications 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; we cannot guarantee that the values will be exactly the same when the item arrives.

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