1983 Fender Precision Bass, Smith era, RW neck black
1983 Fender Precision bass, American made, E3 serial number, 4-bolt rosewood neck, original black finish. Finish is in excellent condition overall, with a few small scuffs on the front and back. Beautiful rosewood dot neck has minimal play wear. Some minimal tarnishing to tuning heads. Appears that the original D and G saddles and screws were replaced with two older vintage style saddles (see photos). A hunt is on for period-correct replacements.
Original black-lined Fender hard plastic case, in good condition; two of the metal feet have been pushed through the bottom of the case and the handle mounts are weak almost to the point of untrustworthiness.
Not enough credit is given for the quality of these early "Smith basses" with their deep body contours and neck profiles more like the old ones. Weighing in at 8-1/2 lbs., a recent setup with flat-wounds has made this an amazing player with that awesome Precision tone.
NOTE: Black guitars are incredibly difficult to photograph. Especially in trying to show all of the imperfections and getting a good balance on the white parts. In these photos, most of the body areas that show unevenness of color, white streaks or colored patterns are usually showing reflections. Any finish damages or imperfections of color are always addressed in text and shown in photos the best way we know how.
Electronic payments, PayPal, direct transfers. Old-fashioned paper like bank checks and money orders OK after clearing. We'll work with you. Trades may be considered; we are currently not looking for anything specific. But you never know! (A nice jetglo Rick bass might be nice...)
Buyer pays all costs for shipping and insurance. All shipping is calculated based on weight of guitar in case. USPS is our preferred carrier for items of value less than $5,000; you can get a good idea of any shipping costs on the USPS.com website. If you have a preferred carrier or your own shipping account, just let us know. Shipping is calculated from Chicago 60609.
All of our instruments are in the conditions as described. No attempt to deceive or misrepresent would ever be intended or tolerated. Many of these instruments have been previously disassembled to verify their vintage (please do not ask us to remove necks to check dates). Many have been purchased from reputable dealers who stand by their goods. Any modifications or damages have been noted and photographed. So, even considering all sales are final, all sales issues are on a case-by-case basis; any disputes about condition or vintage must be addressed within 48 hours of receipt. Buyer pays all return shipping and insurance costs.