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Offering a truly exceptional and rare piece of Fender history: an original 1982 Fender '57 Reissue Stratocaster, born in the legendary Fullerton, California plant during the dawn of the American Vintage Reissue (AVRI) era. This instrument represents the holy grail of modern vintage collecting, featuring the meticulous craftsmanship, correct contours, and period-accurate specs that put Fullerton back on the map. To make it even more special, it is dressed in a rarely seen factory black finish that exudes timeless, understated cool.

Anatomy & Construction:

• Model: Fender '57 Reissue Stratocaster (ST57-65)
  
• Era: Early Fullerton Production (1982)
  
• Origin: Fullerton Plant, California, USA
  
• Finish: Rare Factory Black
  
• Body Wood: Select Alder
  
• Neck Wood: 1-Piece Maple
  
• Fingerboard Radius: Vintage-correct 7.25-inch
  

Neck Profile & Dimensions:

• Width at Nut: 1.66 inches
  
• Depth at Nut: 0.81 inches
  
• Width at 12th Fret: 2.03 inches
  
• Depth at 12th Fret: 0.84 inches
  
• Neck Shape: Soft V-profile characteristic of the early Fullerton reissues
  

Hardware & Electronics:

• Pickups: Original Fullerton-wound single-coil grey-bottom pickups
  
• Switching: 3-way selector switch (period-correct)
  
• Bridge: Vintage synchronized tremolo with original steel block
  
• Tuners: Fender "F" stamped vintage-style tuners
  
• Hardware: Nickel/Chrome
  

Weight & Case:

• Weight: A remarkably lightweight 7.24 lbs
  
• Case: Original vintage hardshell case
  
• Case Candy: Complete with all original factory paperwork
  

This guitar is exceptionally lightweight at just 7.24 lbs, making it an absolute joy to strap on for hours and giving it an incredible acoustic resonance that translates straight through the amp. Sonically, this Stratocaster is nothing short of breathtaking. The early Fullerton grey-bottom pickups deliver that woody, bell-like chime, snappy attack, and rich harmonic overtones that later reissues simply struggle to replicate.

Cosmetically, this instrument proudly wears its history. There is light wear throughout the body along with a few small dings here and there, and the bridge displays an authentic dusting of light surface rust that gives it a killer, lived-in vintage look. The maple neck features light wear in the classic cowboy chord area, but the frets still have plenty of life left, and the guitar plays effortlessly and extremely well across the entire fingerboard with zero choking.

Whether you are an astute collector searching for an early Fullerton masterpiece in a rare custom color or a player looking for a lightweight tone monster with real-deal mojo, this '57 Reissue checks every single box. Includes the original hardshell case and all original factory paperwork.

At Joe’s Vintage Guitars, your satisfaction is our top priority. We stand behind every instrument we sell, and we want you to feel completely confident in your purchase. That’s why we offer a 7-day return policy with no restocking fee. Take a full week to inspect, play, and fall in love with your new guitar. If for any reason it isn’t the right fit, simply return it in the same condition for a full refund—no hidden fees, no hassle. We know that buying a vintage instrument is a big decision, and we’re committed to making the process as comfortable and transparent as possible. Shop with peace of mind knowing that every guitar from Joe’s Vintage Guitars is backed by honest service and years of expertise.