The real deal from late 1965 / early 1966.

Here is a seriously rare 100% original Fender Electric XII in factory Black finish — one of the coolest and hardest-to-find custom color examples of Fender’s legendary 12-string electric.

This one has all the right mid-60s Fender magic: dot inlays, the iconic hockey-stick headstock, split Electric XII pickups, individual 12-string bridge saddles and that unmistakable wide, bright, articulate sound. Big 60s jangle, but with a darker and meaner custom color look.

The neck is stamped 12 NOV 65 B, dating it to November 1965. Both pots are dated 304-6545, meaning the 45th week of 1965, perfectly consistent with late 1965 production.

The guitar weighs 3.844 kg / 8.47 lbs — approx. 8 lbs 7.6 oz — and feels nicely balanced for a vintage 12-string.

Condition-wise, this is a real vintage guitar with honest signs of use. There are dings, scratches, small chips and normal vintage wear throughout. A previous owner has darkened/blended in a few of the small dings on the black finish so they are less visible. The guitar still presents beautifully and has the right vintage patina — not overly clean, not fake-looking, just a proper nearly 60-year-old custom color Fender with character.

Factory Black Electric XIIs do not show up often, especially in 100% original condition with this kind of look and date consistency. A very cool collector-grade piece that also happens to be a fantastic player.

Specs / Highlights:

• 100% original Fender Electric XII
• Factory Black custom color finish
• Neck stamp: 12 NOV 65 B
• Both pots dated 304-6545 — 45th week of 1965
• Weight: 3.844 kg / 8.47 lbs — approx. 8 lbs 7.6 oz
• Dot inlays
• Split Electric XII pickups
• Individual 12-string bridge saddles
• Classic hockey-stick headstock
• Huge 60s chime and articulate 12-string tone
• Honest dings, scratches, small chips and vintage patina throughout
• Some small dings have been darkened/blended in by a previous owner
• One of the rarest and coolest custom color versions of the Electric XII

Comes with a newer G&G Fender case.

Do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.

International buyers welcome

Hand delivery available on a case by case basis

Buyers requesting international shipping will need to get their own shipping insurance.