Fender 1970 CBS Era Telecaster Custom

Last of the Fender Double Bound Telecasters, production of this model stopped in 1971

Serial number 291789

Double bound Alder body finished in 3 Colour Sunburst

Maple neck

Rosewood fingerboard

The only modification is a humbucker rout in the body for the original vintage Fender Wide Range Seth Lover Humbucker that was installed in the 1970s

The original single coil Telecaster neck pickup is included in the case, and would only need an era correct pickguard to get it back to original spec.

The rest of the guitar is all factory original with no other modifications or repairs

Original nut and has never had a refret, frets are factory original and are in excellent shape with plenty of life left

One owner from new, purchased from Allans Music, Gawler Place, Adelaide in 1971

CTS 1 MEG pots are both dated 34th week of 1966

Includes original ashtray bridge cover

Paint finish is original, no refinish or touchups, and the red burst has faded to a 2 tone burst on the front, not uncommon due to UV exposure, but still has a strong 3 tone burst on the back, and has plenty of wear and checking

In excellent condition, plays and sounds superbly

Includes original Australian hardcase as supplied by the dealer