USED Fender / 1974 Stratocaster Natural [12]

A 1974 Fender Stratocaster has arrived.
First introduced in 1954, the Stratocaster continues to reign as the top guitar in the electric guitar world.
This particular model, manufactured in 1974, features an ash body, a one-piece maple neck, and a natural finish. Weighing in at 3.28 kg, it is a lightweight instrument. The patent number is “PAT.3,143,028,” and the neck, pot, and pickup dates all indicate 1974.

It is equipped with 1974-dated gray-bobbin staggered pickups; the pots and capacitors are original, but the selector switch has been replaced with a 5-way model.
The strap pins have been replaced, and their positions have been changed; the original holes have been filled. All screws, including the set screws on the saddle, have been replaced. Overall, there are scratches, dents, and paint cracks; there is a crack near the truss rod adjustment hole; and there is a chip in the wood on the side of the body.
The frets and nut have been replaced, and the neck area has been relacquered accordingly.
The frets are worn down to about 50% on the 6th string side and 30% on the 1st string side; while they are on the low side, there is currently no muting or muffled sound.
The neck is in good condition, and the truss rod is adjustable.
The back panel is missing; the original black Tolex hard case is included.

Neck date: 0903 3324
Pot dates: Vol 137743x, Tone 1377430, Tone 1377430
Pickup Dates: Middle, Bridge 183574
Condition Grade: B+: Some minor scratches, but no issues for normal use

Serial Number: 555560
Year of Manufacture: 1974
Country of Manufacture: USA
Case: Original hard case
Accessories: Tonearm
Weight: 3.28 kg

* 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. 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; we cannot guarantee that the measurements will be identical when the item arrives at your location.

* This is a one-of-a-kind item that is 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 in the unlikely event that the item is sold out after you place your order, and we ask for your understanding.