USED Fender USA / 1974 Telecaster Custom Sunburst Maple [10]

A 1974 Telecaster Custom with a lightweight alder body has arrived!

A 1974 Telecaster Custom has arrived.

Key Details, Specifications, and Materials
・Body: Alder
・Neck: 1-piece maple
・Neck Shape: C-shaped
・Neck Joint: 3-bolt joint with micro-tilt adjustment
・Nut Width: Approx. 1 37/64" / Approx. 40.0 mm
・Scale Length: 25.5" / 648 mm
・Fingerboard Radius: 7.25" / 184 mm
・Number of Frets: 21
・Position Inlays: Black Dots
・Neck Pickup: Fender Wide Range Humbucker, Stamp: X920XX (illegible)
・Bridge Pickup: Telecaster Single-Coil, Stamp: 174574 (manufactured in 1974, gray bobbin)
・Controls: 2-Volume, 2-Tone, Pot Date / Neck V & T: 1377429 (manufactured by CTS in Week 29 of 1974), Bridge V & T: 1377310 (manufactured by CTS in Week 10 of 1973)
・Pickup Selector: 3-Way Toggle Switch, Switchcraft L Toggle Switch (possibly original)
・Output Jack: Switchcraft #11 Mono (possibly original)
・Bridge: 3-Saddle Telecaster Bridge, FENDER PAT. NO. DES134227 2.573.254 (stainless steel saddles)
・Machine Heads: Fender F-Key Tuners
・Pickguard: Black/White/Black
・Hardware: Chrome & Nickel
・Finish: Sunburst (the reddish tones tend to fade over time)

Major Past Repairs
・Frets: Currently replaced with medium jumbo frets (the fingerboard surface has overspray)
・Nut: Replaced with a new one made of cow bone
・Pickup selector knob: Replaced with a U.S.-made part (1980s or later model)
・Pickup selector mount nut: Replaced with a U.S.-made part
・Bridge pickup tone knob: Replaced with a U.S.-made part
・Pickguard mounting screws: Screw diameter is approximately 3 mm (may be replacement parts)

Overall Condition
This instrument has reached its 52nd year since manufacture.
The playwear and natural aging that come with its age have evolved into a rugged, battle-hardened appearance.
With various scratches, paint degradation (fortunately, it isn’t sticky), and wear on the metal parts, it possesses a rugged, battle-hardened appearance that cannot be replicated by artificial aging techniques designed to mimic vintage instruments. One cannot help but sense the unique character of an instrument that has been played extensively over the years.
Thanks to repairs centered around a refret, the playing feel is smooth and responsive.
(It appears the guitar was unplugged and not powered for an extended period. There is a slight crackling sound in the control section, but this subsides after being connected to an amp for a while; therefore, we have chosen to keep the original electronic components in place. Please note that electronic components are excluded from the used instrument warranty.)

Condition Grade: B: Shows significant scratches and signs of wear, but is functional for normal use

Serial Number: 420389
Year of Manufacture: 1974
Country of Manufacture: United States
Case: Hard case (OHC; shows age-related dirt, deterioration, and minor damage; metal fittings are deformed)
Accessories: None
Weight: 3.37 kg
Truss Rod: No issues; checked up to 60 degrees to the left and right—no problems
Remaining Fret Life: Within normal range; fret height is sufficient for playability
String Height (Low String Side): 2.0 mm at the 12th fret
String action (treble side): 1.5 mm at the 12th fret
Nut width: 40.0 mm
Neck thickness near the 1st fret: 20.9 mm
Neck thickness near the 12th fret: 23.4 mm
Scale: 628 mm (24.75")
RADIUS: 184 mm (7.25")
Strings at Setup: ERNIE BALL 2221 / .010-.046 set
Repairs and Maintenance: Cleaning, string replacement, truss rod adjustment, octave adjustment, action adjustment, deburring and leveling of frets
Other: Neck Stamp: 0703 2153 (manufactured in 1973), Pickup Stamps / Neck PU: X920XX (illegible), Bridge PU: 174574 (manufactured in 1974), Pot Date / Neck V & T: 1377429 (manufactured by CTS in Week 29 of 1974), Bridge V & T: 1377310 (manufactured by CTS in Week 10 of 1973), Pickup Selector: Switchcraft L toggle switch (possibly original), Output Jack: Switchcraft #11 Mono (possibly original)

* 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, or string height 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 measurements will be identical when the item arrives.

* This is a one-of-a-kind item that is listed simultaneously on multiple marketplaces, including our in-store display. We strive to promptly remove product listings once an item is sold, 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.