Fender Custom Shop 1968 Telecaster Closet Classic Aged Tomatillo Green (992)

When you choose Moore Guitars, you're not just buying an instrument! 

 You’re gaining the experience, dedication, and expertise of true guitar enthusiasts! As passionate players ourselves, we understand what musicians expect, and we’re committed to exceeding those expectations. Every guitar undergoes a thorough inspection upon arrival and a second detailed check before being carefully packed and shipped to you.  Our #1 priority is to give you the best purchasing experience on Reverb!

Fender Custom Shop 1968 Telecaster Closet Classic

Color: Aged Tomatillo GreenWeight: 7lbs 8oz/7.5lbs Serial: CZ590992

What you see in the pictures is exactly what you’ll get! If anything seems unclear or missing, just send us a message and we will be happy to help.

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A Late '60s Legend, Reborn

Step right into a golden era of Fender craftsmanship with this Custom Shop 1968 Telecaster. This isn't just a guitar; it's a time machine. The luthiers in Corona, California, have painstakingly recreated the vibe of a late-60s Tele, from its 2-piece select alder body to the Closet Classic aged nitro finish. It feels like a guitar that was bought new in '68, played for a few months, and then tucked away safely, waiting for you to pick it up and continue its story.

Authentic '68 Tone and Feel

The magic starts with the neck. It's a '60s Oval "C" profile, a comfortable, substantial shape that feels immediately familiar and right. Topped with a vintage-correct 7.25" radius 3A rosewood fingerboard, it provides a buttery-smooth playing surface for chords and rhythm work. The nitrocellulose lacquer finish on both the body and neck isn't just for looks; it's a thin, breathable finish that allows the alder to resonate freely, giving you a more vibrant, lively acoustic tone that translates directly to the pickups.

Hand-Wound '67 Pickups

And those pickups. a set of Custom Shop Hand-Wound '67 Single-Coil Tele pickups deliver the goods. These pickups are known for their clarity, lower output, and incredible dynamic range. They have that classic late-60s Tele sound: bright and twangy, but with a warmth and tight bass that keeps it from ever sounding harsh. Whether you're chasing glassy clean tones or gritty, on-the-edge breakup, these pickups respond to every nuance of your playing.

Key reasons why your next instrument should come from Moore Guitars:

- Moore Guitars is a Top 300 Seller by Reverb and a Top 100 Music Retailer by NAMM! See why musicians trust us! Our top priority is providing you with the best purchasing experience on Reverb.

- We love trade-ins! Have a guitar that’s collecting dust? Let’s talk! Tell us what you have, and we’ll explore trade-in possibilities. We can even assist with shipping!

- Flexible financing options! We offer 0% financing through Affirm and other flexible payment plans. Contact us to find the best option for you!

- 72-Hour Risk-Free Trial! Certain models qualify for a no-risk, 72-hour trial period—ask us for details!

-Free UPS Ground Shipping (Signature Required)! Need it faster? Expedited shipping options are available!

- Custom setup! Our experienced guitar techs set up and intonate every guitar and bass to the manufacturer's specifications before shipping. But what if you want something specific to your taste? No problem. If you want to provide measurements for neck relief and string height, we’ll nail it. Or you can give more general manufacturer's specs, like, “Neck is pretty flat. Low action. No buzz.” Our techs are professional guitarists. They understand you.

- In business since 1976! Moore Music has been a premier brick-and-mortar guitar shop in Evansville, Indiana since shortly after opening in 1976. Founder, Pat Moore, instilled in his business the concept of old-school service that we build upon today. When the current owner, Brett Mulzer, took the store online as Moore Guitars in 2013, we quickly developed a reputation for honesty and integrity in all our interactions with our customers. That’s a prime reason why we’re the fastest-growing online guitar shop.

- Old School Customer Service: Nothing is more important than helping a customer even if we don’t make a sale. We believe that if we’re honest with you, and treat you right, you’ll be back. Call us, or chat with us online. We love talking about guitars, and we want to help you find your perfect instrument. Even if it’s not from us.... but we think it will be!

- Our sales staff are all musicians! What’s more important than communication? We speak your language. Whether you’re a beginner or a professional player, we’ve been in your shoes. A lot of aspects of the guitar are intangible, and a non-player just can’t understand. It’s a guitar thing. But we can talk about tone and feel in the same language you use. We know what it means to love an instrument, and we want to help you find your new love.

You should have NO disappointments when you see this guitar and hold it for its first strum! Please call the staff at Moore Guitars if you would like to have a personal “on the phone” description of this guitar. Thank you for looking at our listing!

Specifications

Series: Time Machine

Orientation: Right-Hand

Color: Tomatillo Green

Country Of Origin: USA

Headstock: Telecaster®

Neck Material: Maple

Neck Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer

Neck Shape: '60s Oval "C"

Neck Thickness: .830"

Neck Butt Width: 2.200"

Neck Thickness 12th Fret: .900"

Fingerboard Radius: 7.25" (184.1 mm)

Fingerboard Material: 3A Rosewood

Position Inlays: Mother of Pearl Dot - 7 mm

Number of Frets: 21

Truss Rod: Late '60s

String Nut: Bone

Nut Width: 1.650" (42 mm)

Nut Material: Bone

Fret Size: Jescar Vintage (45085)

Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)

Body: 2-Piece Select Alder

Body Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer

Body Shape: Telecaster®

Body Style: Solid Body

Body Material: 2-Piece Select Alder

Bridge: 3-Saddle Vintage-Style Strings-Through-Body Tele® with Threaded Steel Barrel Saddles

Pickguard: 3-Ply White

Control Knobs: Knurled Chrome

Switch Tip: Top Hat Style, Black

Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome

Tuning Machines: Fender®/Schaller® Vintage “F” Style

String Trees: American Vintage '56-'58

Strings: Nickel Plated Steel (.010-.046 Gauges)

Neck Plate: 4-Bolt with Custom Shop "V" Logo, Serialized

Bridge Pickup: Custom Shop Hand-Wound '67 Single-Coil Tele®

Middle Pickup: N/A

Neck Pickup: Custom Shop Hand-Wound '67 Single-Coil Tele®

Pickup Configuration: Single Coil

Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone

Switching: 3-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups, Position 3. Neck Pickup

Moore Guitars is proud to be a Preferred/Authorized Dealer for:

• Guitars: Fender, Gibson, Taylor, Martin, Gretsch, & Whitfill.
• Amplifiers: Carr, Mesa/Boogie, Friedman, Soldano, & Genzler. 
• Effects:  Strymon, JHS, Sabbadius, MXR, Wampler, Dunlop, Earthquaker Devices, Darkglass.