1954 Fender Stratocaster – Sunburst (Trem Cover Serial #)
What’s not to love about this road-worn 1954 Fender Stratocaster?! It’s so early, its serial number is located on the Tremolo cover plate. We’re lucky enough to have several of these early “Salesman Sample” Stratocasters, but this one has one of the best vibes. As we’ve mentioned in our blog, these Trem Cover serial numbers were the first 200 Stratocasters made. These examples were given to traveling reps as they went store to store to help promote the “new” model. The rarity of this instrument did not deter its former owner from playing this one quite a lot, and with how great it sounds it feels, we can’t blame them! Despite the wear, this guitar retains the majority of its original parts, aside from one deluxe tuner key (high-e), two knobs (volume and neck tone), and the switch tip. If you’re looking for a true piece of Fender history that you don’t have to worry about keeping mint, this is the piece for you!
Overall Condition: 6, smokey patina, checking, playwear
Specifications
- finish_details Sunburst, Original, Fair Condition, playwear and smokey patina throughout
- body_material Ash
- neck_material Maple
- fretboard_material Maple
- neck_profile Full C
- weight 7 lbs 14 oz
- scale_length 25-1/2"
- pickup_readings N: 5.59K M: 5.69K B: 6.27K
- tubes
- speakers
- electronics Original, Untouched
- nut_width 1-5/8"
- hardware Changed High E Tuner, two knobs and the switch tip replaced, otherwise original, Fair Condition with playwear and patina
- includes Original Tweed Hardshell Center Pocket Case with red lining, Vintage Fender String box, Original Black Leather strap
- year 1954
Well Strung Guitars
Upon receipt, if you are dissatisfied with your purchase, you must notify WSG within 24 hours. We will refund your money as soon as the merchandise is returned to us in the same condition as when it shipped out. The customer is responsible for all shipping, insurance, and bank fees that may be incurred throughout the return process. All returns must be packaged in the same materials that the guitar was sent out to ensure the safety of the instrument. All claims regarding loss or damage are the responsibility of the purchaser.