1951 Fender Telecaster Butterscotch Blonde

Description

A Sound Investment with Timeless Appeal

Own a pivotal piece of music history with this exceptional 1951 Fender Telecaster, an early-production "Blackguard" model meticulously crafted in October-November 1951 – a true testament to Leo Fender's groundbreaking innovation and the birth of a musical icon.

The guitar features a solid Ash body finished in a stunning Butterscotch lacquer, accented by a classic single-ply black pickguard.

This Telecaster sports a "Silver Spaghetti" logo, round string tree, and original Kluson tuners. The original pots, switch, knobs, and pickups are all fully functional and intact, adding to the guitar's collectability.

Unique Features

Original butterscotch nitrocellulose lacquer exhibiting a fine relic patina

Original pickups with unmodified solder joints

Dark circuit removed and replaced with a standard Telecaster configuration for optimal sound

Fully assessed, authenticated and documented

New nut installed

The Genesis of a Legend

This guitar represents the dawn of the Telecaster era, the very first solid-body electric guitar to achieve mainstream success. Designed by Leo Fender himself, it revolutionized the music industry and became the weapon of choice for countless legendary guitarists across various genres.

This 1951 "Blackguard" Telecaster, with its impeccable provenance, original components, and expert restoration, represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of Fender history. Whether you're a seasoned collector, a passionate musician, or an astute investor, this guitar is a rare treasure that promises both aesthetic and financial rewards for years to come.

This vintage Fender Telecaster guitar is in Perth, Western Australia.

Vintage Electric

Year 1951

Make Fender

Model Telecaster

Condition Excellent

Case Hard

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Payment Payment is made by direct deposit to the company Hutchens & Associates Pty Ltd. Shipping is additional to the price of the guitar. Once agreement to purchase a guitar is reached, an invoice for the amount owing will be issued, and once payment is received, the guitar will be professionally packed and shipped using your preferred carrier and insurance conditions. We will organise shipping insurance in case of theft or damage.

Shipping Shipping is not included in the price unless negotiated at the point of sale. Typically, shipping and insurance from Perth to the Eastern States is between $120-500 depending on the value of insurance required. Unless otherwise specified by the client, the company will use Pack’n Send domestically and Fedex for shipping overseas with appropriate customs clearance etc. All guitars and basses will be insured at the sale price and packed appropriately to ensure the instruments do not suffer any damage in transit.

Returns A 48 Hour acceptance period after the guitar is delivered will be available. We will contact you after the guitar or bass is delivered to make certain that you are completely happy with your purchase. If the guitar or bass is returned in exactly the same condition as it left, then a 100% refund is available on the guitar or bass during the first 48 hours. The purchaser pays the initial and return shipping cost during the refund process.