1979 Fender Stratocaster

1979 Fender Stratocaster

While Fender’s reputation for quality dipped in the late ’70s towards the end of the CBS era, it’s good to evaluate individual instruments on their merits. This particular Strat’s Alder body feels good and its fit/finish including neck pocket and hardware are all tidy and tight. Original apart from the cream pearloid pickguard, which adds a touch of contrast to the Alder wood tones, and the great-sounding set of 3 Fender Custom Shop ‘Fat 50’s’  pickups fitted. As a player there is much to like: the full C-profile neck has a vintage feel in hand, and frets are 90%. All hardware is original and in excellent condition. Overall, classic Strat tones and feel, plus a vintage 1970’s vibe from the figured natural ash body and neck. Comes with its original Fender black ABS hard case in good functional condition. Rare to find a 45-year old Stratocaster in such fine condition and playability. The springs cover plate is MIA but the tremolo arm is in the case.