Hayley's Music - 940-692-3904 Red Circle Guitars - 253-666-3343 In 1954 or early 1955 a Mr Al Lancaster from the band The Cavaliers was treated to a very special present from his wife Irene. This instrument is in excellent condition and in perfect working order. Like the original, it has a two-piece ash body with two-tone sunburst finish, a one-piece maple neck with 21 vintage-style frets and a 7 1/4-inch radius, three single-coil pickups, a synchronized vintage tremolo bridge with six bent steel saddles (which are Early 70's American made Stratocaster for sale Black body with rosewood fingerboard. Brand: Fender This product is sold out Exceptionally rare early features, a neck date of April '54 and a body date of May '54 - this is one of the earliest Fender Stratocasters ever made, and we are delighted to offer it for sale in excellent overall condition complete with original 'poodle' case. In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Fender Stratocaster the Custom Shop has faithfully recreated a Overall, I would give it a solid 9 out of 10 condition. Clapton acquired the Strat, a hardtail/non-tremolo model, in 1978 or 79, and for the next five years it became his main slide guitar on stage and in the studio. The Fender Stratocaster with the serial number 0001 is dated June 1954 and is well documented and owned by David Gilmour of the band Pink Floyd. Very Good Condition with finish restoration by Jay Black. Fender Parts Stratocaster 69/75. You can contact me here to sell a Fender Stratocaster GUEST: a 1954 Stratocaster would be valued at auction between $50,000 and For a fraction of the cost, the Virgil Arlo 1954 model Strat replacement set is considered by many to sound as good or even better than the originals from the 1950's. It does make an $800 American Standard seem like a bargain. For $20,000 you can buy lots of them and pick the ones you like. Just once, I'd like to see a seller say "I'm a vintage guitar expert and this guitar should be priced higher, but even though it's from the golden age, it's not one of the better ones." Sale. He was the tour manager for Arthur Prysock before his retirement and eventual passing earlier this year. Order from a Dealer Skip the 2 month wait for pickups by contacting one of our Dealers. During our 50 years in business, occasionally something really stands out as uniquely special. Here is a couple of images of the back taken at the Fender plant of the APPRAISER: 1956, and that was right here in Mobile? This guitar is one of the first Strats ever made and has a body date of September '54. The first ever 1954 Fender Stratocaster guitar for sale at Gruhn Guitars By topekatj, June 5 in For Sale - Wanted to Buy - PIF - eBay & Other PSAs. The middle series of Stratocasters come from the June and July months, and have a mix of early and late features. Years of Production: 1954 - present. Fender Stratocaster 1961. - shape: single cutaway. Fender Stratocaster 1955. This Fender Stratocaster 1954 comes from August to October 1954, which puts it in the late 1954 category. The Strats original owner bought it new in November of 1955 for $317. Fender. This guitar Serial no. - construction: Neck set. While changes such as a new headstock logo and a switch from clay to pearloid inlay dots can be found in some late '64 instruments, early and mid-'64 Stratocasters remain extremely sought-after guitars. Fender 60th Anniversary American Vintage 1954 Stratocaster #V1320890, 2 Tone Sunburst, Ex Demo, Incl. $3,999.00 Qty. Followers 0. However the Stratocaster neck had more of a V shape, compared to the C shape found on a 1950 Fender telecaster. 1954 fender stratocaster for sale: Search Result | eBay Limited-edition Solidbody Electric Guitar with 2-piece Ash Body, 1-piece Skunk-stripe Maple Neck and Rounded Fretboard, 3 x 1954 Single-coil Strat Pickups, and Vintage Replica Case/Accessories - 2-color Sunburst. By topekatj, June 5 in For Sale - Wanted to Buy - PIF - eBay & Other PSAs. It has survived in really nice condition and is ready to play. 25.5 inch scale length, medium chunky V neck profile. Apparently serial numbers for the Stratocaster started at 0100. The bridge pickupis sweet and singing with ideal bite, while 1994 Fender 50th Anniversary 1954 Stratocaster More Large HD photos below description! Original case. Serial Number. The Quick Answer. Stratocaster electric guitars cost between $180 and $2500. Fender Stratocasters are the most expensive, ranging from $500-$2500, with the most popular Fender American Professional Stratocaster costing around $1500. Squier Stratocasters are more affordable versions which range from roughly $180-$500. It belonged to my 1955 ES-295, but it will also fit (see photos) the ES-175, J-45, J-50 and Southern Jumbo guitars. There are a couple tiny dings and a lot of factory wear. Yep, this is perhaps the very first production Strat making it more than just the Catch of the Day. A guitar formerly owned and played by Eric Clapton that was expected to fetch anywhere from $1.5 million to $2 million at auction this week failed to nab a single bid. In the spring of 1954, in a small shop in southern California, musical history was made with the introduction and shipment of the 1st Stratocaster guitar. Get the best deals for 1954 fender stratocaster at eBay.com. The original necks came with 21 frets that were embedded into the top surface of the neck. In some ways the '64 Strat can be seen as the culmination of the initial era of Fender design and production. Fender Stratocaster 1970. It was Wayne's only guitar for several years, and when he got calls to play bass, he just put heavier strings on this Strat. This Fender Stratocaster bears the serial number 0100 and a body date of April, 1954 making it the earliest known example of the model. The 1954 Stratocaster was Fenders first electric Spanish guitar to be endowed with a sunburst nitrocellulose lacquer finish, which typically comprises of a bright Canary Yellow graduating into a Dark Salem brown outer layer. *****on hold*****100% 1954 fender stratocaster vintage neck t.g -7-54 you will never in any life time see this.100% original, necks straight, truss rod fine. Tweed Case & Accessories, Fender USA Strats, Solids product details : Guitar Village UK | Guitar Village UK. I am looking for all time periods of Fender Stratocasters from the 1950s. Made in USA, serial number 0918. This late 1954 Telecaster serial number 6900 has everything. This '54 Strat, sn 0758, was the first Strat sold in West Virginia. Color: Sunburst Two-Tone, Rating: 9.50, Sold (ID# 01907)Call to Inquire: (818) 222-4113. Serial: 4590 For your consideration is this 2004 Fender Custom Shop 50th Anniversary, Limited Edition 1954 Reissue Masterbuilt Stratocaster by Mark Kendrick. Neck Profile : Nut Width - 1.65 1st fret - .94 12th fret - .96 Weight : 8lbs. The neck on the 1954 Fender Stratocaster was made of maple. $1.00 This Fender Stratocaster 1954, from the first year of the model's production, has just emerged after being hidden away for decades by its previous owner. 5oz. 1954. - body: carved mahogany top, mahogany back, multiple bound top and back. Reply to this topic; 1954 Fender Stratocaster, hardtail, sunburst. Followers 0. Up for sale is an absolutely stunning 2004 Fender Custom Shop Greg Fessler Masterbuilt 1954 50th Anniversary Stratocaster in Two Tone Sunburst. This is 1954 Stratocaster serial number 0926. The narrow nut width and the rounded V neck shape fits your hand like you never want to let go. Built at the Fender shop in Fullerton, California. This guitar Serial no. Very Rare guitar that plays and sounds great. Fender Stratocaster 1954 - Wayne Moss - PRICE DROP. The guitar is built to look and feel just like an original '54 would, including an ash body, "U" shaped maple neck with 21 vintage-size frets and a 7.25" radius, 25.5" scale length, three Custom Wound '54 Strat pickups, 1-ply pickguard, and vintage-style tuners. Check out our 1954 stratocaster selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our shops. Up for sale, a 1955 Fender Stratocaster in excellent condition and in perfect working order. After taxes it would realistically take about 391 hours (or nine weeks). $47,999.99 Canadian with tweed case. $89.95 shipping. LEFT: Serial #7589 bears all the signs of a well-played Strat. 60th Anniversary American Vintage 1954 Stratocaster - 2-color Sunburst. Incredible Stratocaster from early 1954. Instrument Description: This November 1954 Fender Stratocaster with original Sunburst finish over Ash body has just come from the son of its original owner! The body was oversprayed around the edges, the overspray was removed a long time ago. with sale estimates of $1.5-2 million anticipated. Features: The 60th Anniversary American Vintage 1954 Stratocaster is based on Fenders very first version of the guitar. July 28, 1956, on the bill of sale. There are various little nicks and scrapes on the case's covering, but it is structurally sound and functions flawlessly. Everything on the guitar is original. with sale estimates of $1.5-2 million anticipated. Vintage guitars for sale: 1954 Fender Stratocaster custom 1954 relic luthier build-no reserve Seminole, Florida, 337**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA $3800 Hello up for auction here is a one of a kind custom luthier build strat, and this bad machine has that perfect signature strat sound you've always wanted! We have a great online selection at the lowest prices with Fast & Free shipping on many items! 27 watching. The Eric Johnson 1954 Virginia Strat features Erics custom wiring and personal pickup selection, including a DiMarzio HS-2 with an active top coil in the bridge and a Fender-original 57/62 single-coil Strat set in the middle and neck. 1954 Gibson J-160E Vintage Acoustic Electric Guitar (GIA0783) $5,495.00. That 1954 Fender Stratocaster dubbed Slowhand is now available again, with bidding kicking off at a million bucks. Up for sale is a brown 1950's Gibson Hardshell case with the more desirable pink silk velvet material. Neck. RIGHT: The Stratocasters synchronized tremolo and contour body were radical features when the model was introduced in 1954, so its no surprise that each is noted on the headstock. Whoever winds up with it will have the Catch of a Lifetime. How much is a Fender Stratocaster worth? Of the eight models featured here, the Player Stratocaster is Fenders entry level Strat and can be had for under $700. The higher-priced models including the American Ultra HSS $1899 and the American Acoustasonic $1999 carry higher price tags but offer meticulous attention to accurate detail and For Purchasing Details Contact Us at: sales@jimmywallaceguitars.com or Ca It was bought from Herbert's Music in Charleston, WV, by a teenaged Wayne Moss. Vintage 1954 Fender Telecaster "Gloria". 0970, with the last date, TG 10-54 (on the neck) indicating October 1954. For Sale - Wanted to Buy - PIF - eBay & Other PSAs ; FS: 1954 Fender Stratocaster, Hardtail FS: 1954 Fender Stratocaster, Hardtail. The first ever 1954 Fender Stratocaster guitar for sale at Gruhn Guitars Fender Stratocaster 1958. Pricing. Auction house Gotta Have Rock and Roll is offering up Claptons 1954 Sunburst Fender Strat, heavily used by the guitar great between 1979 and 1985. - neck: mahogany. For sale is a 2004 Fender Custom Shop Masterbuilt 50th Anniversary 1954 Stratocaster with original case and COA. Fender Stratocaster Bill Carson Special 1994 - PRICE DROP 12-6. The Most Faithful the frets have meat left, best playing neck you'll ever see from first year fender stratocaster. The 1954 Strat was priced at $249.50 and would have taken a person earning the then Federal minimum wage (it was $0.75 then) 332 hours (or about 8.5 weeks) to buy one, excepting taxes and living expenses of course. Fender Custom Shop '57 Stratocaster 2002. The Fender Player Stratocaster is one of the entry-level models in the Fender range and starts at around $750 for a new model. Used Fender Player Strats can be found for around $500-$600. It is Mexican-made, has an alder body and maple neck and is available in a wide range of colours. One-piece Maple neck with skunk stripe. Apparently serial numbers for the Stratocaster started at 0100. The Fender Stratocaster with the serial number 0001 is dated June 1954 and is well documented and owned by David Gilmour of the band Pink Floyd. SOLD. For Sale - Wanted to Buy - PIF - eBay & Other PSAs ; FS: 1954 Fender Stratocaster, Hardtail FS: 1954 Fender Stratocaster, Hardtail. That 1954 Fender Stratocaster dubbed Slowhand is now available again, with bidding kicking off at a million bucks. '54 Strat 1135 has the perfect mixture of top notch playability and just enough wear and vibe. The original radius was 7.25, which was the same as the Telecaster of that era. The fingerboard is nicely worn. Fender Stratocaster 1969. Item ID: Strat60AV54. Gibson Les Paul Custom Black (1st year) - year: 1954-1957, 1957-1960, 1961-1963, today.