1965 fender stratocaster lake placid blue

1966 Fender Stratocaster Lake Placid Blue HOLD. Fender Custom Shop, Type: Everything about the the guitar is 100% spot on, all of the date codes are correct and intact. As Custom Color researcher Clay Harrell has established, these names given to the colors came from the original car makers' terms: Fiesta Red, for example, was first used by Ford in 1956 for a Thunderbird color, while Lake Placid Blue originally appeared on a 1958 Cadillac Brougham." Please contact us for information about reordering or sourcing a similar item. The Lake Placid Blue Metallic finish is fresh and bright and totally unfaded. It's all original in every part and solder and has a amazing virtually unfaded Lake Placid Blue factory finish in stunning conditions. Things began to change in late 1964 and the period from then until the beginning of 1966 is usually considered the transition period. The owner worked at NASA for over 45 years and grew up in a musical family in Southern Maryland. Today we look Copyright 2022 Cream City Music. The frets look to be original with perhaps a replacement at the 5th and the nut is recent. This fifty-six year old, 100% original custom-color Stratocaster is in exceptionally fine (9.00) condition, with just some very fine finish checking on the top and back, two small surface chips (1/2 x 1/2 inch & 1/2 x 1/8 inch) on the treble edge, a few small surface chips on the sides and back, (most less than a match-head) and a few small indentations on the back of the neck. It comes with the original strap, cord, hang tag, tremolo bar and bridge cover. Become a CME VIP and get the latest news on gear, giveaways, and deals FIRST! Tremolo bridge with adjustable saddles. We bought this guitar from the original owner who bought it from Washington Music Center on 8th Street in DC in 1966. We're just a click or call away. All three pickups date to '65. (Tony Bacon and Paul Day, The Fender Book, p. 30). Gorgeous Brazilian rosewood fingerboard with some pretty bird's eye figuring in the back of the neck. The frets are tall with light play wear. Complete with the original tremolo arm. We're only a click away. Select Affirm at checkout. The original Lake Placid Blue finish looks fantastic & has aged marvelously over the years. Watch the included video to see/hear the guitar being played and to see up close live video of the condition. I like these early large headstock transitional logo strats and they represent a bargain when you consider them against a pre 1965 Fender guitar. One piece maple neck with unbound rosewood board. Have a question or need assistance? about this item, we're just a call or click away. This page was last updated: 02-Aug 06:19. This guitar is in very good condition, and in perfect working order. Please call the shop for all further details 01844 261447, 1954 Gretsch 6196 Cadillac Green Country Club, 1966 Fender Stratocaster Lake Placid Blue. Fender used paints from Du Pont's Duco nitro-cellulose lines, such as Fiesta Red or Foam Green, as well as the more color-retentive Lucite acrylics like Lake Placid Blue Metallic or Burgundy Mist Metallic. We look forward to helping you. Here we have a very nice 1966 Fender Stratocaster that has had a body only refinish in lake Placid Blue. In short, an absolutely gorgeous, true vintage Strat that will not disappoint. Fender Custom Shop 1965 Stratocaster Journeyman Relic Lake Placid Blue 2015. Bridge - 5.85K ohms; Middle - 6.10K ohms; Neck - 6.08K ohms. There are no cracks, repairs, or issues. If you have any questions We know buying new gear is a very personal decision. Cream City Music will buy a single piece or an entire It has everything that it came with when it was bought new including photos of the original owner playing it in the early 1970s'. It comes with the original strap, cord, hang tag, tremolo bar and bridge cover. We're here for your questions: 410-571-9660. Guitar weighs a delightful 7 lbs 15.4 oz. All right reserved. For more recent exchange rates, please use the. This item ships after a thorough inspection by our professional technicians and passes our quality checks for optimal playability and performance. Professionally refretted with medium jumbo frets, all in great shape with almost no wear. It weighs in at 7 llb 90z and everything dates to 1966 as revealed by the pictures. neck 6.0k ohms middle 6.0k ohms bridge 6.0k ohms. Electronics: Grey bottom single coils with staggered poles. occasional use while jamming with family and friends. This Instrument is part of the Cream City Music used "Overall, the CBS-era changes can all be described as a shift to a more mass-production style of guitar making. Copyright 1995-2022 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. Individual "double-line" Kluson Deluxe tuners with oval metal buttons stamped on the underside "D-169400 / Patent No". A two-owner guitar and aside from a pro refret by the second owner, it's 100% original. Three controls (one volume, two tone) plus three-way selector switch, all on pickguard. Everything about the the guitar is 100% spot on, all of the date codes are correct and intact. Its features pearl dots, transition logo, white pickguard & small headstock. This exceptionally fine transition 'L Series' custom-color, September 1965, Lake Placid Blue Metallic Stratocaster weighs just 7.70 lbs. One-piece maple neck with a nut width of just under 1 11/16 inches, a scale length of 25 1/2 inches and a medium-to-thick profile. Neck stamp reads 2 OCT 65 B. 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Body: Contoured, solid alder body finished in Lake Placid Blue. Amounts shown in italicized text are for items listed in currency other than Canadian dollars and are approximate conversions to Canadian dollars based upon Bloomberg's conversion rates. For your consideration, Garrett Park Guitars presents this 1965 Fender Stratocaster in Lake Placid Blue. **All photographs shown are ACTUAL PHOTOS of the item listed and are taken at our shop.**. : Overall the guitar looks awesome with an ultra cool, true vintage vibe & beautiful patina. Four-bolt neck plate with the serial number "L63689" between the top two screws. sold guitars for Steve Miller, held performances by major artists like Steve Vai, built thousands of customer relationships, and helped countless enthusiasts find just the right instrument. Kluson Deluxe tuners in perfect working condition. Three-layer white over black plastic pickguard with eleven screws. He chose this color over the others because of its beauty. collection with up to $500,000 paid same-day for your gear. The original case has a little bit of wear but works great. Get exclusive New Arrival, Sale & Giveaway info! Available on checkout. Small headstock with decal with "Fender" ''Transition' logo (fall 1964-1965) in gold with black trim, "Stratocaster" in black beside it, and "With Synchronized Tremolo" and four patent numbers in black below "2,573,254 2,960,900 2,741,146 3.143,028". Vintage Fender Stratocaster Lake Placid Blue 1965. Complete with the original tremolo arm. Original hard shell case with case candy and COA. The frets, nut, input jack, and 1 shaft to a tone pot have been replaced. Choosing a selection results in a full page refresh. 7 Old Solomons Island RdAnnapolis, MD 21401, Decrease quantity for 1965 FENDER STRATOCASTER, LAKE PLACID BLUE, Increase quantity for 1965 FENDER STRATOCASTER, LAKE PLACID BLUE, This is an amazing guitar and a great story. Still has the original 3-way selector switch. The non-original frets are in excellent condition with no wear. Headstock decals are in great shape with no bits missing. & vintage gear archive, a history of every All of our instruments are thoroughly gone over and set up by our luthier. We do not ship to your country at this time! See each listing for international shipping options and costs. It is in amazing condition with only a couple of small dings. This is the perfect addition to any serious Fender Collection! SPECS:Serial Number: L85257Nut Width: 1.65"1st Fret: 0.81"12th Fret: 0.97"Neck Type: ThinFinger Board: RosewoodPickups: Original Grey BobbinWeight: 7lb 4ozWe at Guitar Chimp have been selling guitars in Salt Lake City and online for over 13 years now and have developed a reputation for delivering a quality product. 3-ply white pickguard & single-ply white trem cover. 45792. . The pickups are all dated in black marker "9.28.65". The case is in similar condition to the guitar. Call (773) 525-7773 or Chat Today! The original frets and fretboard show virtually no wear. Sign up to have the latest news and member-only deals delivered straight to your inbox. This is an amazing guitar and a great story. The owner worked at NASA for over 45 years and grew up in a musical family in Southern Maryland. We want you to be completely happy with your purchase, and work hard to provide incredible customer service with every order. All three grey bottom pickups date to '65 as do all the pots. Fender "Synchronized Tremolo" combined bridge/tailpiece. The Rio Fingerboard is a piece of art. pre-owned guitar, bass or amplifier we have had for sale. This Strat is 100% original and was never gigged, seeing only. We have also included a black light video. Neck is straight & truss rod functions just fine. "Du Pont was the biggest supplier of paint to the car factories, most notably those of General Motors. 1965 Fender Stratocaster Lake Placid Blue -, 1965 Fender Stratocaster Lake Placid Blue, 2011 Gibson SG Special Dirty Fingers Limited Edition Alpine White, 1999 Rickenbacker 360v64 6-String Electric Guitar Fireglo, 2005 Gibson Custom Shop CS-356 Figured Antique Natural. Original Lake Placid Blue finish, 2JUN65B neck stamp, Alder body, Fender slim B shaped Maple neck with a 7.25 radius Rosewood fingerboard, 25.5 scale length, 1.65 nut width, Factory pickups/wiring and hardware, Original neck finish and headstock decal, The neck thickness is .81 at the first and .97 at the 12th frets, and weighs 7 pounds 4 ounces. Your satisfaction is guaranteed on all items! View cart for details. This one has had just Two owners since 1966, and the second one treasured it for the last 30 years! Join our mailing list for prime access to new gear, great giveaways, and the best deals! The fret board is in very good shape with no grooving to the surface. Neck: Super comfortable feeling maple neck with some light bird's eye figuring in the back. Packed full of mid '60s vibes that include mother of pearl dot inlays and a relic'd Lake Placid Blue finish - this is a Custom Shop '65 Stratocaster which was inspired by a great looking guitar in the excellent Galaxy of Stratocasters book by Yasuhiko Iwanade. The neck/body connection is tight & the guitar resonantes like an acoustic! Cosmetic Condition: Good, honest play wear, exactly how we like to see them - various nicks, chips, dents & dings; scratches, weather checking & some finish wear. There are some scratches, dings, and some finish checking. Here we share with you our knowledge, history and passion to provide the most valuable "vintage experience" possible. bass, or amplifier? Our expertly trained sales team is ready to help! This is a rare find indeed and in such superb condition it is truly a collectors dream. For sale is a 1965 Fender Stratocaster in Lake Placid Blue with the original case. This Strat is 100% original and was never gigged, seeing only occasional use while jamming with family and friends. Cesco's Corner Guitars All rights reserved 2019. Solid alder body, contoured on back and lower bass bout. Sign up and subscribe our newsletter to get news update about us. This is an incredible guitar! Cesco's Corner Guitars is the place for any vintage guitar enthusiast! Includes: Hardshell Case, Certificate of Authenticity, Case Candy and Paperwork. The neck is straight with no issues and plays great. Call to Inquire: (818) 222-4113, An Exceptionally Fine September 1965 transition 'L Series' Lake Placid Blue StratocasterOne of the last of the 'Small' Headstock Strats. Great weight & exceptionally resonant! The guitar plays well with low action. Fender American Professional Stratocaster, - Fender LTD ED Player Stratocaster Electric Guitar, Lake Placid Blue w/Gator Case. The guitar was re-fretted with vintage style frets. Case: Original hardshell case included. Brand We bought this guitar from the original owner who bought it from Washington Music Center on 8th Street in DC in 1966. Any Questions? Pots date to '65 & all electronics are in perfect working condition. Electric Guitars, Part Number: Certified Brazilian Rosewood & Cocobolo Exporting. Everything else on the guitar is original. This a phenomenal guitar for both players & collectors alike. It plays well up and down the neck which still retains the pre CBS C neck carve and it sounds incredible. Please select your country above. A great looking and playing Custom Shop instrument. Original trem arm & bridge cover included. (It is likely this guitar was completed in the early months of 1966, as it has pickups dated 3/66). Made in the USA. Number of bids and bid amounts may be slightly out of date. The potentiometers are all stamped "137 6510" (CTS March 1965). White plastic knobs with green lettering. Master volume & dual tone controls with 3-way selector switch. Please check out our reviews and feedback. 2 tuners have been replaced but match in nicely with the originals. Its features pearl dots, transition logo, white pickguard & small headstock. Housed in it's original Fender, three-latch rectangular black hardshell case with black leather ends and dark orange plush lining (9.00). The guitar has tasteful relic'ing done to it, and an oval "C" shape that's comfortable for rhythm playing! Parts that have been changed are a 5 way switch, tremolo arm, the guard (It has a very old replacement guard that looks correct) and knobs. 9237100509, ID: Receive a decision in seconds. See the coolest stuff we've had through the store! He chose this color over the others because of its beauty. Make easy monthly payments. Original stock Custom Shop grey bobbin pickups and original wiring. Jack socket in body face. Comes with its original correct for 1966 no logo black Fender tolex case. This item is currently unavailable. We offer the following services to shoppers in. Brazilian rosewood fretboard with 21 original medium frets and pearloid dot position markers. Guitars from this era can be identified by their use of a serial number beginning with an L".Fender introduced the Lake Placid Blue finish in 1960. The pickups read; Neck 5.55k Middle 5.65k and the Bridge 5.6k ohms. Visit Our Showroom Today! The neck is dated "2 SEP 65B." Our team has the Fender Custom Shop knowledge to help you decide. 6-String Solid Body Electric Guitar with Rosewood Fingerboard. In my opinion, definitely one of THE best vintage Strats we've ever had in the shop. P.IVA: 02603370061. All Orders Placed Before 3PM EST Qualify For Free Same Day Shipping. The pots date to the 18th week of 1966 and the pickups are hand dated to November 1966 with the neck stamped October 1966. Since 1994 The Music Zoo has been a trusted source for musicians around the world. Certainly one of the cleanest pre-CBS Lake Placid Blue Stratocasters that we have ever seen and from the condition of the frets, fretboard and beck - very rarely played. Product Support is included on all items we sell. (It is likely this guitar was completed in the early months of 1966, as it has pickups dated 3/66). The maple neck has aged nicely & shows off a gorgeous caramel color. Color:Lake Placid Blue, Rating:9.00, Sold (ID#02239) The copyrights of the images and other material on this web site are owned by Fretted Americana Inc.. 1 5/8" nut width; 25 1/2" scale length. Handwound 65 Strat Pickups and 5-Way Switch. Something went wrong. The original leather strap & two extra trem springs are included. It is in amazing condition with only a couple of small dings. forward to finding your next guitar! All the wiring & solders are original. No reason needed to make a return, and if you experience any issue at all, we'll fix it. Do you want to sell your used or vintage guitar,

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