Here is a first-year Telecaster. The Telecaster first appeared around September in 1951, so this is one of the earliest models. Although it has some checking and wear, it remains in remarkably excellent condition...
$45,995
1951 Fender Esquire, Black guard, Rare early guitar, All original electronics and parts, Body only older refin, Neck date 2-19-51, “TG” written in script, Body date 2-3-51 in the neck pocket with “TG” initials, Light...