{"product_id":"1953-fender-blackguard-telecaster","title":"1953 Fender Blackguard Telecaster","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor your consideration, \u003cstrong\u003eGarrett Park Guitars\u003c\/strong\u003e presents this \u003cstrong\u003e1953 Fender Telecaster\u003c\/strong\u003e, an early \u003cstrong\u003eBlackguard\u003c\/strong\u003e that captures the essence of Fender’s pioneering electric design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis guitar retains its \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal butterscotch blonde finish\u003c\/strong\u003e over ash, which has aged gracefully with subtle patina and checking, underscoring its status as a true collector’s example. The hardware remains intact, including the \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal bridge and single-ply black pickguard\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as the original knobs and strap buttons. The original hardshell case and bridge cover are included, preserving the instrument’s period-correct presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe neck features a classic \u003cstrong\u003erounded U profile\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong\u003e1.65\" nut\u003c\/strong\u003e width and black fiber dot markers, offering the firm, substantial feel typical of early ’50s Teles. It has been \u003cstrong\u003eprofessionally refretted\u003c\/strong\u003e with vintage narrow fret wire in excellent condition, ensuring smooth playability while maintaining a historically accurate specification. The headstock sports the original \u003cstrong\u003espaghetti waterslide decal\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the \u003cstrong\u003eKluson Deluxe no-line tuners\u003c\/strong\u003e are fully intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectronics are original\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a \u003cstrong\u003erewound neck pickup\u003c\/strong\u003e complementing the bridge pickup’s bright, cutting voice. Original Stackpole potentiometers, cloth-bound wiring, and the 3-way CRL switch provide authentic tonal character and responsive playability, reflecting the iconic early Tele sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, this 1953 Blackguard Telecaster offers a remarkable combination of \u003cstrong\u003eoriginality, condition, and historical significance\u003c\/strong\u003e—a window into Fender’s earliest solid-body electrics that remains highly collectible and eminently playable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: given the value of this Telecaster, payment by \u003cstrong\u003ewire transfer is preferred\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel \u0026amp; Year\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ci\u003eFender Telecaster\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear of manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e1953\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e4817\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAsh\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePencil Date: \u003c\/strong\u003e6\/18\/53\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eOriginal butterscotch blonde\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\u003cem\u003elb 15oz\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; 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