Fender American Vintage 70s Stratocaster 2005 USA Natural Ash Case & Candy

2005 Fender American Vintage ’70s Stratocaster Reissue – Natural Ash – Collector Condition – Original Case & Case Candy

£1,795.00 | 2005 | Made in USA | Natural Ash | Rosewood Fingerboard | Original Fender/G&G Hard Case

2005 Fender American Vintage ’70s Stratocaster – Natural

An exceptional example of the 2005 Fender American Vintage ’70s Stratocaster Reissue, finished in beautiful Natural Ash with a rosewood fingerboard.

Collector-owned and carefully preserved, this is one of the cleanest examples of this model we’ve encountered. Now over 20 years old, the guitar remains in outstanding condition, with very little evidence of use.

The gorgeous natural ash grain, oversized ‘70s headstock, vintage-style hardware and traditional three-bolt neck construction perfectly capture the character of Fender’s 1970s Stratocasters.

What makes this particular guitar especially desirable is its remarkable completeness. Alongside its original Fender/G&G hard case, it retains an extensive collection of Fender paperwork, hang tags, accessories, the chrome ashtray bridge cover, original rear tremolo cavity cover and five-way switching upgrade kit.

A beautiful instrument that should appeal equally to collectors and players looking for an exceptionally well-preserved American Vintage Stratocaster.

Classic 1970s Styling & Natural Ash Body

Fender’s American Vintage series was designed to faithfully recreate some of the company’s most celebrated instruments.

This ’70s Stratocaster features a beautifully figured ash body with a clear Natural finish, allowing the individual grain patterns to take centre stage.

The large Stratocaster headstock, period-style Fender decal, three-bolt neck plate with Micro-Tilt adjustment, bullet truss rod and F-stamped tuning machines complete the unmistakable seventies appearance.

It’s a wonderful recreation of the era, combining classic Fender styling with American craftsmanship.

Traditional Vintage Neck & Playability

The maple neck features a substantial U-shaped profile, paired with a rosewood fingerboard, 7.25-inch radius and 21 vintage-style frets.

This combination provides an authentic vintage playing experience, with a comfortable, rounded fingerboard and a reassuringly substantial neck.

A traditional six-saddle synchronized tremolo and 25.5-inch scale length complete the classic Stratocaster specification.

American Vintage Single-Coil Pickups

Equipped with three Fender American Vintage Stratocaster single-coil pickups, this guitar delivers the familiar sparkle, warmth and articulation associated with vintage Fender instruments.

From rich neck pickup tones to bright, cutting bridge sounds, it offers the timeless Stratocaster character that has remained popular across generations of players.

The original model was supplied with traditional three-way switching, with a five-way switch upgrade kit also supplied by Fender. The switching kit and associated parts are present among this guitar’s extensive accessories.

Exceptional Collector-Owned Condition

This is a particularly special example.

Having been collector-owned and carefully stored, the guitar is in outstanding condition for its age, with no notable chips, dents or damage that we can identify.

The Natural finish presents beautifully across the front and back, while the neck, fingerboard and hardware are exceptionally clean.

There may be a few extremely light surface marks or minor signs of handling and playing that we’ve overlooked, as you’d reasonably expect from an instrument dating back to 2005, but overall it has been remarkably well preserved.

The original white rear tremolo cavity cover is currently removed from the guitar but is present and included with the accessories.

Please study our detailed photographs, which show the actual guitar available.

Original Fender/G&G Case & Extensive Case Candy

One of the strongest features of this guitar is the exceptional collection of accessories accompanying it.

It comes with its original Fender/G&G black hard case with orange plush interior, along with:

* Fender owner’s manual

* Original Fender hang tags

* Fender factory inspection and quality-control card

* Fender lacquer finish care documentation

* Fender polishing cloth

* Tremolo arm

* Chrome ashtray bridge cover

* Original white rear tremolo cavity cover (currently removed from the guitar)

* Five-way switching upgrade kit and associated components

* Additional Fender documentation and accessories as pictured

The presence of the original bridge cover, rear cavity cover, switching kit and extensive paperwork is particularly appealing, as these items are often separated from older instruments over the years.

It’s a beautifully presented and unusually complete package.

Specifications

Body & Construction

* Brand: Fender

* Model: American Vintage ’70s Stratocaster Reissue

* Year: 2005

* Country of Manufacture: USA

* Series: American Vintage

* Fender Model Number: 0100070821

* Finish: Natural

* Body Material: Ash

* Body Finish: Polyester

* Body Shape: Stratocaster

* Weight: Approximately 8 lb 11.2 oz

Neck & Fingerboard

* Neck Material: Maple

* Neck Profile: U Shape

* Fingerboard: Rosewood

* Fingerboard Radius: 7.25”

* Number of Frets: 21

* Fret Size: Vintage-Style

* Scale Length: 25.5”

* Nut Width: 42mm

* Nut Material: Synthetic Bone

* Neck Finish: Gloss Urethane

* Headstock: Large 1970s Style

* Truss Rod: Bullet-Style Adjustment

* Neck Joint: Three-Bolt with Micro-Tilt

* Position Inlays: White Dots

Hardware & Electronics

* Bridge: Six-Saddle Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo

* Machine Heads: Fender Vintage F-Stamped

* Pickguard: 3-Ply White

* Hardware Finish: Chrome

* Neck Pickup: Fender American Vintage Single-Coil Strat

* Middle Pickup: Fender American Vintage Single-Coil Strat

* Bridge Pickup: Fender American Vintage Single-Coil Strat

* Controls: Master Volume, Two Tone Controls

* Original Switching Specification: Three-Way

* Five-Way Switching Upgrade Kit: Included

* Chrome Ashtray Bridge Cover: Included

* Original White Rear Tremolo Cavity Cover: Included, Currently Removed

Additional Information

* Serial Number: V01058

* Condition: Exceptional Collector-Owned Condition

* Case: Fender/G&G Black Hard Case with Orange Interior

* Paperwork & Accessories: Extensive Collection, as Pictured

A Remarkable American Vintage Stratocaster

Finding an American Vintage ’70s Stratocaster in such exceptional condition, complete with its original hard case and such an extensive collection of Fender accessories, is a real pleasure.

The beautifully figured ash body, authentic period-inspired specification and remarkably well-preserved presentation make this a particularly attractive example.

For anyone searching for a clean, collector-quality American Vintage Stratocaster, this guitar is well worth considering.

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