The hardware and electronics all appear original to the body with the exception of the neck plate, which dates more like 1966 than 1967. The pickups sound phenomenal, particularly the bridge pickup. It's very rich sounding with the perfect balance of cut and body that make it really stand out. This tele is a rock and roll machine! The harness shows two period-correct 250k CTS pots that date from the 42nd week of 1966 along with and older switch. It's rewired in the modern configuration (no dark circuit here) as well.

The pickguard also dates from the mid 60s and has an added screw hole on the treble side waist as well as some material removed from where it meets the control plate. It's otherwise crack-free despite some evidence of shrinkage around some of the screw holes. The bridge is the proper Pat # variety with original threaded saddles and remains in great shape.

At just over 7lbs, it's a wonderfully balanced and comfortable tele with great natural acoustic resonance. It was refretted in our shop with Jescar 40080 wire to keep it feeling and playing like a factory fresh 60s Fender.