Fender Custom Shop George Fullerton 50th Anniversary 1957 Stratocaster Electric Guitar & Amplifier Set USED - 2 Color Sunburst

Guitar Serial Number: LR00158

Guitar Weight: 7.6 lbs

Amplifier Serial Number: B-321154

George Fullerton went to work for his close friend, Clarence "Leo" Fender, on Feb. 2, 1948, at the Fender® Electric Instrument Co. on Pomona Ave. in Fullerton, Calit. He became Leo Fender's right-hand man and, as such, played a pivotal role in the design and manufacture of then-revolutionary instruments and amplifiers that went on to rule the world. The Telecaster® guitar. The Precision® Bass guitar. The Bassman® amp And of course, the Stratocaster® guitar.

1957 was a benchmark year for the Stratocaster. The model had evolved quickly since its debut three years earlier, and 1957 was the year during which, many agree, the Stratocaster truly came into its own as an archetypal instrument, the year that a startlingly original design began to truly assert its role not only as a musical force, but also as a cultural icon that both fueled and reflected ages to come

Now, exactly 50 years later, the Fender Custom Shop is thrilled to say "Welcome home" to George Fullerton, whose legacy is honored with this very special instrument- one on which Mr. Fullerton himself has collaborated with our skilled Master Builders-The Limited Edition George Fullerton 50T Anniversary 1957 Stratocaster guitar.

Together with its accompanying Relic Tweed Pro Jr. IM amplifier, this instrument evokes the sheer devotion to craftsmanship and pioneering 1950s spirit of Fender; a spirit that George Fullerton personally helped found and foster, and a legendary guitar that he personally had an invaluable hand in creating. It is our fond and sincere hope that you enjoy playing this instrument as much as we enjoyed creating it with Mr. Fullerton.

Specs

• Body: 3-Piece Blade Cut Comfort Contoured Alder Body
• Neck: 1-Piece Maple, '57 Style Soft "V' Shape, (Nitrocellulose Lacquer Finish)
  
• No. of Frets: 21 Vintage Style Frets
• Fingerboard: Maple, 7.25" Radius (184mm)
• Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1. (Neck Pickup), Tone 2. (Middle Pickup)
• Pickup Switching: 3-Position Blade; Position 1. Bridge Pickup Position 2. Middle Pickup Position 3. Neck Pickup
• Pickups: 3 '50s Strat® Single-Coil Pickups Handwound by Abigail Ybarra
• Bridge: American Vintage Synchronized Temolo
• Machines Heads: Fender/Gotoh Vintage Style Tuning Machines
• Hardware: Nickel/Chrome
• Pickguard: 1-Ply White, (8 Hole)
• Scale Length: 25.6" (648 mm)
• Width at Nut: 1.650" (42 mm)
• Unique Features: Each Guitar is Masterbuilt, Closet Classic Finish, '57 Style Soft "V" Shape Maple Neck, Commemorative Neckplate, Includes Certificate Signed by George Fullerton, Black Dot Position Inlays, Built as if Bought New in its Respective Year and Played a Few Times a Year and then Put Carefully Away. Has a Few Small Dings, Checked Finish, Oxidized Hardware and Aged Plastic Parts.
• Strings: Fender Super 250R, Nickel Plated Steel, Gauges: (.010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046), p/n 073-0250-006
• Accessories: Limited Edition Vintage Tweed Case with Red Brick Plush Interior, Certificate Signed by George Fullerton, Strap, Ash Tray" Bridge Cover in Kit, Cable, Lacquered Tweed Pro Junior Amplifier (120v, 70 watt)
• Case: Limited Edition Vintage Tweed Case
• Released: 11/2007

**This product is used and in great condition. Little to no visible wear. Comes with a Pro Junior 120v, 70 watt Guitar Amplifier. This product is sold as a set.