Aarhus C, Denmark
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The American Vintage Reissue series, introduced in 1982, were Fender’s effort to recapture the magic of their pre-CBS models, meticulously reproducing the specs and craftsmanship of the original 1957 and 1962 Stratocasters. The AVRI series became a favorite among vintage enthusiasts and professional musicians looking for a true-to-form Strat with period-correct features and high-quality build.This particular 1987 example is a ’57 reissue, featuring an alder body with a Surf Green nitrocellulose lacquer finish and one-piece maple neck. The neck has a soft V-shaped profile, providing a comfortable playing feel reminiscent of the late ‘50s originals. The finish has lovely lacquer checking and wear, adding to its vintage appeal.The guitar has a five-way pickup selector installed, with the original three-way switch included in the case. The guitar is very resonant and really sings. Frets are 90% there. Weight is 3700g.There is some finish flaking around the neck joint, as well as finish sanding on the bottom near the jack and the top bout, likely due to a repair attempt after a reaction between a guitar stand and the nitro finish—an issue common with vintage-correct lacquer. The pickguard has a small crack near the neck joint, another common issue, and the plastic trem cavity cover is missing. Original tweed case is included. Is is is well-worn but functional, with the previous owner’s name stencilled on.A killer early AVRI Strat that itself is nearly 40 years old!SPECIFICATIONSBody: AlderFinish: Nitrocellulose lacquer in Surf GreenNeck: One-piece mapleNeck Profile: Soft V-shapeScale Length: 25.5” (648mm)Fretboard: MapleFrets: 21, medium vintage-style (90% remaining)Nut Width: 1.65” (42mm)Pickup Configuration: Three single-coil pickupsPickups: Fender American Vintage ’57 Stratocaster pickupsPickup Selector: 5-way switch installed (original 3-way included)Bridge: Vintage-style synchronized tremoloSaddles: Bent steel saddlesTuners: Kluson-style vintage tunersElectronics: Master volume, two tone controlsPickguard: Single-ply white, cracked around neck jointHardware: Nickel/chrome, some tarnishing and rust presentWeight: 3700gCase: Original tweed case (worn but functional, previous owner’s name visible)
Original Pricekr.31,110.60
21% price drop
New Pricekr.24,880.70
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