1974 Fender Stratocaster Black maple neck OHC
1974 Fender Stratocaster, 3-bolt maple neck, original black finish (74 was last year black was listed as a "custom" color), staggered pole pieces, all original parts. After decades of Position I chords, frets were worn down in spots almost to fingerboard. Guitar recently underwent complete refret, new nut, sanding and relacquer of entire fingerboard. With the neck work, setup, and fresh strings, looks and plays like brand-freaking-new.
Legend from previous owner was that when the guitar was relatively new it was in a bar fight and took a few licks, evidenced as shown in the photos. Otherwise in overall excellent condition with minimal marking; great care was obviously taken after historical brawlroom event. Original whammy bar, Fender strap (padding under pad worn off) and Stratocaster Instruction Manual. There was always a single-ply white back panel in the case, looks original to the guitar, holes line up, installed with new screws. Original red-lined Fender hard shell case in excellent condition.
NOTE: Our black guitars have been incredibly difficult to photograph. Especially in trying to show all of the imperfections and getting a good balance on the white and cream 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.