Weight - 8lb 11oz

The Fender American Vintage II series presents a remarkably accurate take on the revolutionary designs that altered the course of musical history. Built with period-accurate bodies, necks and hardware, premium finishes and meticulously voiced, year-specific pickups, each instrument captures the essence of authentic Fender craftsmanship and tone. Just one year after launching the Broadcaster, Fender received a cease-and-desist telegram from the Fred Gretsch Mfg. Co. and was faced with renaming its flagship electric guitar.

Taking inspiration from the booming growth and expansive reach of television, the first blackguard Telecaster rolled off the line in 1951, and the model has been in continuous production ever since. Deceptively simple and totally groundbreaking, the Telecaster brought the solid body electric guitar to the masses, inspiring countless musicians along the way. The American Vintage II 1951 Telecaster features an ash body finished in Butterscotch Blonde to capture the tone and look of the original. The substantial '51 "U"-shaped hard rock maple neck plays like a dream with a 7.25" radius fingerboard and vintage tall frets. Characteristic of production in 1951, 12th fret face-dot spacing is narrow and the sole Phillips-head fastener on the guitar is at the truss rod nut.

The triple brass saddle bridge, single-line "Fender Deluxe" tuners and Pure Vintage '51 Telecaster pickups deliver classic twang and authentic Fender style. The instruments in the American Vintage II series are direct descendants of the original Fenders: designed for players with a fine appreciation for vintage Fender tone and feel and built with unmatched quality, down to the last screw. These are Fender electrics in their purest.

Features:

• Ash Body

• Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer Finish

• Pure Vintage '51 Tele® pickups

• "U"-Shaped Neck Profile

• Pure Vintage 3-Saddle Tele® with Brass Barrel Saddles, Serialized

• Pure Vintage Single-Line "Fender Deluxe" Tuners

SKU:0110312850

Specifications:

• Body Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Body Material: Ash
• Body Shape: Telecaster®
• Bridge Mounting: 4-Screw Vintage-Style
• Bridge Pickup: Pure Vintage '51 Single-Coil Tele®
• Bridge: Pure Vintage 3-Saddle Tele® with Brass Barrel Saddles, Serialized
• Color: Butterscotch Blonde
• Configuration: SS
• Control Knobs: Knurled Dome
• Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone
• Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
• Pickguard: 1-Ply Black Phenolic
• Style: 2 Single-Coil
• Switching: 3-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups, Position 3. Neck Pickup
• Fingerboard Material: Maple
• Fingerboard Radius: 7.25" (184.1 mm)
• Fret Size: Vintage Tall
• Headstock: Telecaster®
• Neck Finish: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Neck Material: 1-Piece Maple
• Neck Plate: 4-Bolt
• Neck Shape: 1951 "U"
• Neck Pickup: Pure Vintage '51 Single-Coil Tele®
• Number Of Frets: 21
• Nut Material: Bone
• Nut Width: 1.650" (42 mm)
• Orientation: Right-Hand
• Position Inlays: Black Dot
• Truss Rod Nut: Vintage-Style Butt Adjust
• Truss Rod: Vintage-Style Butt Adjust
• Tuning Machines: Pure Vintage Single Line "Fender Deluxe"

Welcome to the Fender Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Reverb store.  The Fender Certified Pre-Owned Reverb Store offers a unique opportunity for musicians and collectors to purchase high-quality, pre-owned Fender products that have been inspected by Fender certified technicians. This program ensures that each instrument meets stringent quality standards and provides customers with a peace of mind when buying used Fender gear.

What is a Fender CPO instrument? Each Fender Certified Pre-Owned instrument undergoes a thorough inspection process to ensure it meets Fender’s high standards for quality and playability. Once a CPO instrument passes inspection, it receives a certificate indicating its status as a Fender Certified Pre-Owned instrument and will carry a limited One (1) Year Warranty in partnership with MIRC. This certification assures that the instrument you receive has been vetted by professionals and is ready for performance. 

Warranty - Fender CPO instruments are warrantied in partnership with MIRC for the period of One (1) Year from the date of purchase. This Limited Warranty applies only to the original purchaser when this instrument is purchased from Fender Certified Pre-Owned and is subject to the limitations set forth herein. 

Limitations and exclusions:

The following items are not covered by this Limited Warranty.

1. Fret wear, saddle wear, nut wear, strings and batteries.
2. Checking, shrinking, sinking, discoloration and ware of poly or lacquer finishes.
3. Setups, adjustments or routine maintenance of any kind.
4. Damage to finishes or cracks, splitting, or warpage of wood due to changes in temperature or humidity, exposure to or contact with sunlight, fire, moisture, body salts and acids of perspiration, guitar straps, guitar stands/hangers made from vinyl, plastic, rubber or other synthetic materials, any other chemicals or non-Fender/Squier-approved polishes.
5. Damage, corrosion or rusting of any hardware components caused by humidity, salty air, or exposure to the moisture, body salts and acids of perspiration.
6. Any damage to an Instrument resulting from customization or modification.
7. Normal wear and tear on any part of the Instrument, case or gig bag including jacks, controls, switches, plated surfaces, tuning machines, pickguards, zippers, clasps, handles, latches, case hardware, etc.
8. All other damage and deterioration due to normal usage, wear and tear, aging, accidents, neglect, abuse, or acts of nature.
9. Any Instrument whose serial number is missing, altered or tampered with in any fashion.
10. Any Instrument purchased from anyone other than through the Fender CPO Store.
11. Any Instrument purchased through the Fender CPO Store that has been subsequently resold and is no longer owned by the person or entity that initially purchased the Instrument from the Fender CPO Store.
12. Any defects, damage, blemishes, or other issues identified in the product listing on the Fender CPO Store at the time the Instrument is purchased.
13. Instruments that have been serviced by unauthorized persons (any person other than an MIRC Service Center).

Return Policy - We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. If for any reason you are not happy with your instrument, you can return it within 30 days of delivery for a full refund or exchange. The instrument must be returned in its original condition, including all packaging, accessories, and documentation. If you need to return your instrument, contact us and we will provide you with a return label free of charge. Upon receiving and inspecting the returned instrument, we will promptly process your refund and credit this back to the original form of payment.

Shipping: Fender CPO offers Free FedEx ground shipping within the continental USA only, we do not offer international shipping at this time. Please allow 2-3 business days for tracking information.

Hours of Operation: The Fender CPO Business hours are Monday - Friday 7:30 am to 4:00 pm CST. Closed on weekends and Holidays.

**When buying a Fender certified pre owned instrument you are purchasing a quality instrument but may show signs of previous use such as light surface scratches and other imperfections. In addition you may need to perform a personalized setup (adjusting the action, intonation, etc.) to ensure optimal performance set to your taste.