{"product_id":"1953-fender-telecaster-blackguard-1","title":"1953 Fender \"Blackguard\" Telecaster (6lbs 6oz)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"201\" data-end=\"395\"\u003eFor your consideration, \u003cstrong data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"249\"\u003eGarrett Park Guitars\u003c\/strong\u003e presents this \u003cstrong data-start=\"264\" data-end=\"303\"\u003e1953 Fender \"Blackguard\" Telecaster \u003c\/strong\u003e(serial #3919), a \u003cstrong data-start=\"322\" data-end=\"345\"\u003erare vintage Fender\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"392\"\u003every good\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"392\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"392\"\u003ehighly playable condition\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"962\"\u003eFinished in \u003cstrong data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"440\"\u003eclassic butterscotch blonde\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"448\" data-end=\"467\"\u003eblack pickguard\u003c\/strong\u003e over an \u003cstrong data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"514\"\u003eultra-lightweight ash body (6lbs 6oz)\u003c\/strong\u003e, this Blackguard delivers the \u003cstrong data-start=\"545\" data-end=\"572\"\u003ebright, articulate tone\u003c\/strong\u003e that made early Telecasters legendary. Nearly all of its original components remain intact, including \u003cstrong data-start=\"675\" data-end=\"754\"\u003eKluson \"no-line\" tuners, Stackpole potentiometers, selector switch, \u003c\/strong\u003eand \u003cstrong\u003eLeo Fender's revolutionary \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"675\" data-end=\"754\"\u003epickups\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering an authentic connection to its \u003cstrong data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"820\"\u003eOctober 1953 origins\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its \u003cstrong data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"857\"\u003ethick U-shaped neck\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a substantial, comfortable feel, making this Telecaster as \u003cstrong data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"959\"\u003eplayable as it is collectible\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003eCosmetically, the guitar shows \u003cstrong data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1015\"\u003ehonest play-wear\u003c\/strong\u003e throughout, including moderate buckle-rash, adding character and reflecting decades of musical history. Modifications are minimal and expertly executed: the neck pickup has been rewound by Lindy Fralin, the nut has been replaced, and the guitar has been refretted. It has also received a repro switch tip. Otherwise, this guitar remains as it left the Fender factory in 1953.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1678\"\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1401\" data-end=\"1454\"\u003ecollector-grade 1953 Fender Telecaster Blackguard\u003c\/strong\u003e, combining \u003cstrong data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003evintage authenticity, playable condition, and classic Fender tone\u003c\/strong\u003e. A standout for serious collectors and players alike, it comes complete with its \u003cstrong data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1644\"\u003eoriginal leather gigbag\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1675\"\u003e“ashtray” bridge cover\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003eIf you’re interested in this \u003cstrong data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1738\"\u003evintage Fender Telecaster\u003c\/strong\u003e, please call us at \u003cstrong data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003e(410) 571-9660\u003c\/strong\u003e or email \u003cstrong data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"1808\"\u003e\u003ca data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1806\" class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003einfo@gpguitars.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1933\"\u003eRead more about the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"1888\"\u003eorigins and legacy of the vintage Fender Telecaster\u003c\/strong\u003e on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gpguitars.com\/pages\/the-fender-telecaster\" title=\"Learn more about the iconic Fender Telecaster | History, Influence \u0026amp; 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