2004 Fender Custom Shop 50th Anniversary 1954 Stratocaster

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2004 Fender Custom Shop 50th Anniversary 1954 Stratocaster

Serial # 4493. In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Stratocaster, the Fender Custom Shop issued a limited run of faithfully recreated 1954 Stratocasters. Each instrument was Masterbuilt in Corona California, using many of the same machines, dyes, and patterns that were used 50 years earlier. This example bears the signature of Greg Fessler, Fender custom-shop luthier since' 91. The 1954 re-make is accurate down to the holes in the tremolo cover-plate, and the shape of the switch-tip. Fender retooled to make the unique knobs, pickguard, and pickup covers they needed, and even reformulated the plastic that was to be used in the molding of these parts. They recreated the original '54 pickups, the neck is that perfect U shape, the deep body contour is sexy, and the two-tone sunburst is just right. The instrument is finished off in crackled lacquer, and all the parts are subtly aged for a gently used vintage look. This guitar comes with its original case replica G+G form-fit case, and a second (modern) hard shell case. The ashtray bridge, Custom Shop Certificate of Authenticity, and hang tags are included with the guitar. Light and resonant, this is truly an incredible instrument. It excellent condition, with only a few very minor dings on the side near the output jack. 7.6 pounds light.
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2004 Fender Custom Shop 50th Anniversary 1954 Stratocaster
  • 2004 Fender Custom Shop 50th Anniversary 1954 Stratocaster
  • 2004 Fender Custom Shop 50th Anniversary 1954 Stratocaster
  • 2004 Fender Custom Shop 50th Anniversary 1954 Stratocaster
  • 2004 Fender Custom Shop 50th Anniversary 1954 Stratocaster
  • 2004 Fender Custom Shop 50th Anniversary 1954 Stratocaster
  • 2004 Fender Custom Shop 50th Anniversary 1954 Stratocaster
  • 2004 Fender Custom Shop 50th Anniversary 1954 Stratocaster
  • 2004 Fender Custom Shop 50th Anniversary 1954 Stratocaster
  • 2004 Fender Custom Shop 50th Anniversary 1954 Stratocaster
  • 2004 Fender Custom Shop 50th Anniversary 1954 Stratocaster

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