genuine 1980 Fender "The Strat."

1980 Fender "The Strat" - Vintage Original w/ Original Case

Up for sale is an exceptional piece of Fender history: a 1980 Fender "The Strat" in beautiful White ( aged to light yellow) with the factory-correct matching headstock.

Introduced at the end of the CBS era and the beginning of the Dan Smith era, as a premium, souped-up alternative to the standard line, "The Strat" brought back the highly desired pre-CBS small headstock and rock-solid 4-bolt neck plate, combining vintage styling with high-end modern features.

This guitar is in beautiful condition. The unique electronics package that defines this model is completely intact and untouched:

• The Twin-Mode Rotary Switch: Replaces the second tone knob, unlocking 4 additional series/parallel pickup combinations (9 distinct tones total).
• The X-1 Bridge Pickup: Factory hot-wound single-coil that pushes tube amps beautifully (features the correct yellow lead wire).
• Heavy Brass Hardware: Heavy gold-plated brass bridge, knobs, and tuners. The 22k gold plating shows a beautiful, honest vintage patina without being rubbed raw.

Playability & Condition: The neck is straight, the truss rod functions perfectly, and the original frets still have plenty of life in them. In true 1980 fashion, this is a beautifully dense, heavy Northern Ash body weighing in at approximately 10 lbs. it offers incredible, piano-like sustain that standard Strats simply cannot replicate.

Cosmetically, the guitar shows minor, honest player wear consistent with a 45-year-old vintage instrument some very light cracks in the clearcoat that are expected in a guitar of this age. it was rarely played out of the home and has has been meticulously cared for.

What’s Included:

• Original Fender molded hardshell case (all latches functional)

Price: $ 2675

Shipping/Location: Available for local pickup in the Green Bay Wis. area or can ship fully insured at buyer's expense.

Serious inquiries only. No lowball offers or trades . If you know what these premium early-80s models are, and their tonal qaulities, this is the guitar for you! Investment Qaulity !