Fender Stratocaster L-Series 1963 Vintage Electric Guitar

Fantastic original 1963 Fender L-Series Stratocaster, just arrived. Includes original hardshell case.

We've known of this guitar for approximately 40 years, and are happy to offer it for sale! It was previously owned by John Meyer, of Rose Tattoo & Chain (see picture). Andrew McIlroy (The Rock Inn founder) recalls seeing John gigging with this guitar whilst touring WA in the 1980's. John traded-in the Strat here at The Rock Inn, in 1991, where it was purchased by it's current owner. It has been largely unplayed, and unmodified since then.

These early 60's Strat's only keep going up in value - so we love examples like this, that are great guitars in their own right with good history. They are a solid investment, without the $40k+ price tag of unmodified examples.

Player grade condition, 1963, with refinished body and minor modifications.
- Serial number L07021 - Old 'Olympic White' re-finish - aesthetically very nice, with great patina. - Original neck finish - worn in beautifully - Dark Rosewood board - Original 7.25" radius has been preserved.
- 2 original black-bottom pickups, and 1 slightly later grey bottom (circa late 1960's)
- 2 original tone pots (date 1963) - Volume pot has been replaced - Extra holes from string tree on headstock (filled)
- Non-original pickguard (pickguard screws are original) - 1 non-original machine head - 5-way switch installed
- Non-original saddles - Frets in good condition
- 2 pickups have original screws, 1 non-original pair of pickup screws
- Strap buttons have been replaced
- Missing the backplate and backplate screws - Original issue brown Fender hardshell case - Includes reissue vintage lead