Fender Esquire Custom Black Refin 1963

Chicago Music Exchange

Description

The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please call to speak to one of our experts.

Summary

Finish: The body has been refinished in black, over the original sunburst finish. The original finish on the front was heavily worn as a result of a previous refinish. The neck has been oversprayed as well.

Body Material: Alder

Neck Material: Maple

Neck Profile: "C" profile

Neck Thickness (IN): .80" (1st fret), .88" (12th fret)

Fingerboard Radius: 7.25"

Nut Width: 1-5/8"

Scale Length: 25 1/2"

Electronics: The guitar has been fully rewired, using the original bridge pickup, pots, and switch. The neck pickup is a Fralin stock Tele pickup. The pot codes date to 1963.

Pickup Measurements: 7.3k (neck), 6.3k (bridge)

Hardware: The tuners, nut, and pickguard have been replaced. The headstock tuner holes were filled and re-drilled at some point after other tuning machines were installed. The upper strap button is also replaced.

Weight: 7 lbs 1 oz

Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Fender Esquire Custom shows considerable aging and wear, with heavy buckle rash on the back of the body. The front of the body has wear and dings, and the pickguard has a small crack near one of the screws. There is a filled hole on the headstock face near the A tuner, as well as a superficial crack in the back of the neck at the 6th fret.

Modifications/Repairs: The body has been refinished, and the neck has been oversprayed. The neck has been refretted, and the tuners, nut, and pickguard are all replaced. The guitar has been rewired with a neck pickup, using the original pots and switch.

Serial Number: 85294

Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with medium-low action, and the frets shows mild play wear. The truss rod is fully loosened, and so strings lighter than 10s would not be recommended. The neck stamp dates to 1963.

Case Details: Original Hardshell Case

Chicago Music Exchange

Year 1963

Make Fender

Color Sunburst Black Refin

Condition Good

$17,995

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Returns

3-Day / 15-day Return Policy If you are not completely satisfied with any product, return it for a full refund of the product purchase price, full credit, or exchange of your choice. We give you 3 days from the shipping date on Vintage instruments, and 15 days on New instruments. Credit card returns are issued a credit for purchase price. Refunds are made for product value only, excluding shipping and handling charges. New, Unopened items: You may return most NEW, untouched, unopened items within 15 days of delivery for a full refund. if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.) we'll also pay the return shipping costs. AmEx credit cards: Note that if your order was paid using an AmEx card we may pass on a 3.5% fee of the purchase price to process your refund. Vintage, Used items: We have to evaluate vintage and used guitars, amps, and other items on a case by case basis. We spend a lot of time with you and the item before your purchase to try to avoid any surprises after your purchase. AmEx credit cards: Note that if your order was paid using an AmEx card we may pass on a 3.5% fee of the purchase price to process your refund. You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, we strive to issue your refund sooner. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days). Send your return to: Chicago Music Exchange 3316 N Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL 60657 The following items are returnable only if defective OR unopened or unused: strings, harmonicas, microphones, cleaners, polishes, and polishing cloths. Software/soundware, cassettes, CDs, DVDs, and videos may be returned for credit only if they are in their original, sealed packaging. If defective, these items will only be exchanged for the same product. For complete details on our guarantees, shipping, and return policies, please contact our Customer Service Department at 773-525-7773; fax us at 773-525-2775; visit our website at www.chicagomusicexchange.com, or write us at Chicago Music Exchange, 3316 N. Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60657.