Description:
Fender Stratocaster Electric Guitar, 1954, serial no. 0321, with original hardshell case.
Estimate $25,000-35,000
Neck end inscribed by Tadeo Gomez T-G-7-54, trem cavity inscribed 7/54 and #3, tape in electronics cavity inscribed Caroline D. 7/30-4, pot code 304429.
One-piece body, original bridge pickup cover and switch tip, neck and middle pickup covers replaced, knobs replaced, broken claw ground lead at output jack, low to no output at jack, will likely need all three pickups rewound.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
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