A Candy-Coated Dream
This 1967 Fender Stratocaster is a visual masterpiece, cloaked in a luscious Candy Apple Red finish that shimmers and gleams under the light. Small chips in the red lacquer near the bottom edge reveal hints of Daphne Blue beneath.
Preserved in remarkable shape, this Stratocaster remains in great playing condition. The alder body resonates with a balanced tone, complemented by a classic 3-ply white pickguard. The bridge, original patent-pending saddles and the mix of black and grey bottom pickups, all dated January 1967, ensure an authentic vintage sound.
Jimi Hendrix Era Time Capsule
The single-piece maple neck, dated "13 FEB 66 B", features the large headstock and transition logo characteristic of the era. Its Brazilian rosewood fretboard, adorned with mother-of-pearl dots and original large factory frets, offers a smooth playing experience and exceptional tonal response.
The February 1966 neck date and the two paint applications suggest this guitar's journey began as a custom colour Daphne Blue Stratocaster. It leads to the distinct possibility that the original order for that blue guitar was not fulfilled. Consequently, Fender refinished the body in the factory, first applying a gold undercoat followed by the final Candy Apple Red coat.
Key Features
- Alder body with Candy Apple Red finish over Daphne Blue
- 3-ply white pickguard
- Mix of Black Bottom and grey Bottom Pickups (dated Jan 1967)
- Single-piece Maple Neck (13 FEB 66 B)
- Brazilian Rosewood Fretboard, MOP dots, Factory large frets
- Large Headstock with Transition Fender Logo
- Double Line Kluson Tuners
- Original Black Tolex Fender hard case
- Original Bridge Cover, Tremolo Arm, Hang Tag with matching serial number
- Hand-written receipt from Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center
This vintage Fender Stratocaster is in Perth, Western Australia.
This Stratocaster comes with a treasure trove of original accessories, including the hard case, bridge cover, tremolo arm, and even the six original strings. But the true gem is the original hang tag with matching serial number and a hand-written receipt from Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center, adding a personal touch and historical significance to this extraordinary instrument.
| Year: | 1967 |
| Brand: | Fender |
| Model: | Stratocaster |
| Body: | Alder |
| Neck: | Maple with Neck Date 1966 |
| Fretboard: | Brazilian Rosewood |
| Pickups: | Grey Bottom (1) and Black Bottom (2) all dated Jan 1967 |
| Modifications & Repairs: | None |
| Weight: | 7.5 lbs |
| Case: | OHSC with original manual, receipt, strings, tremolo arm, bridge cover. |
