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This is one of the coolest Tele models ever produced. The 1st “Custom” models started to be produced in May 1959. This mid-60’s example of the beautiful “Bound Body” Tele has tons of tone & sustain. Its got an Alder body w/a really faded original 3-tone Sunburst finish w/some weather-checking & plenty of play time during the last 54 years. Its Maple neck has an unbound dot inlaid Rosewood fingerboard dated to August 1967 w/lots of wear overall. Its got a small transition logo, a single string tree & “F” tuners from new & she’s fabulous looking. Frets appear original. Its got a nice White pickgard w/1 chip missing & she’s loaded w/2 original pickups w/cloth wrapped wire & pots dated to 1966. Still sporting its tight threaded bridge saddles, having most Pre-CBS features, this bad boy is a 100% original & untouched piece of artwork. She’s fairly light & has everything you’d want tone wise. These Alder Bodied-Rosewood Necks have a very unique tone quality. 1967 was a very rare year for Fender as CBS made a zillion guitars & basses in 1966 so production was very low in 1967- 1968. Only 7 lbs. 5 oz. If you’d ever wanted a real fabulous Tele Custom, this may be your ticket. It’s very good to excellent overall & comes w/a newer generic hard case.

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