1961 Gibson TB-100 Tenor Banjo - The 1971 Fender Palomino USA – Rare "Anaheim Broomstick" – V2 Bracing – 100% Original

The "Last Call" for the American Acoustic

For the serious Fender collector, this isn't just a vintage acoustic; it is a museum-grade "missing link" in the brand's California history. Known by the nickname the "Anaheim Broomstick," this 1971 Palomino represents the final, perfected chapter of domestic Fender acoustic production before the factory doors closed forever.

The Anaheim Heritage (1560-1580 Missile Way)

While most vintage Fenders are tied to Fullerton, this instrument was born in the dedicated, acoustic-only Fender American Acoustic Instrument Co. plant in Anaheim. This facility was Leo Fender’s specialized project to bridge the gap between electric playability and acoustic resonance. The crisp internal stamp on the back strip—"Manufactured by the Fender Acoustic Inst. Co., Anaheim, California, U.S.A."—is the definitive birth certificate of this rare era.

Engineering the "Broomstick" (V2 Evolution)

The defining feature of this model is the aircraft-grade aluminum internal stress rod. By 1970, Fender refined this tech into the V2 (Version 2) bracing system, clearly stamped on the neck block of this guitar. This final evolution solved the structural "folding" issues of the earlier 1960s runs, allowing for a thinner, more resonant spruce top while maintaining the rock-solid stability of a Stratocaster.

Technical Specifications & Authenticity

 Production Era: 1970–1971 (Confirmed by V2 Rod & Anaheim Stamp).

The Headstock: Iconic 6-in-line Stratocaster-style headstock featuring the thick black "TV" logo, used only in the final years of the USA run.

Scale Length: 25.5” (Standard Fender Electric Scale) for effortless transition between your electrics and this acoustic.

 Body Style: Auditorium (15.375" width) – Spruce top with rich Mahogany back and sides.

Hardware & Serial: Original neck plate featuring serial 10541.

Case: Original hardshell case with the iconic crushed yellow/orange plush interior.

Condition & Vibe

This is a stunningly preserved survivor. The finish is clean, the stamps are sharp, and the "Broomstick" internal rod remains under its original "Pat. Pend." status. It is a cinematic piece of gear that fits perfectly into the New Era of vintage collecting—as much a piece of mid-century industrial art as it is a professional-grade instrument.

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