1957 Fender Stratocaster – Sunburst w/ OHSC Vintage – SEE VIDEO

1957 Fender Stratocaster – Sunburst w/ OHSC Vintage – SEE VIDEO

All Original 1957 Fender Stratocaster – Stamped 10/57 – Serial #18688

This is a 1957 Fender Stratocaster in two-tone sunburst, serial number 18688, complete with its original tweed case. There are three things that truly define this guitar:

  1. It is a dated October 1957 Stratocaster with original finish, electronics, hardware, and case (professionally re-fretted with period-correct frets).
  2. It has an amazing tone, sound and feel.
  3. The condition is not perfect, but the wear this guitar has only comes from years of continuous playing because it sounds exceptional.

Originality & Condition

  • This guitar remains all original with the exception of a professional refret.
  • Under blacklight inspection (see photos), the finish is completely consistent across the neck and body, which is what you wan to see. There is no evidence of overspray or touch-up.
  • The interior cavities, neck pocket, wiring, and solder joints are untouched and correct.
  • The original pickguard has a minor split near one screw hole, common for guards of this era.
  • The pickups retain their original windings and measure between 5.63K – 5.75K ohms (textbook 1957 output). Pot codes, neck date (10-57), and body cavity markings (10-57) all align correctly with the serial number. The lacquer finish exhibits age-appropriate checking throughout. The body is lightweight and resonant.

Neck & Playability

  • The maple neck is straight and comfortable. The fingerboard shows heavy wear, along with lacquer wear on the back of the neck, none of which affects playability.
  • The refret was done properly and allows the guitar to perform at its full potential.
  • There is minor fret-end feel along the edges due to natural seasonal expansion and contraction over decades, but this does not affect play.

Case

  • The tweed case is original and included. It shows road wear consistent with the guitar but remains structurally solid and correct.

Notes

Please review all photos and video carefully. Additional photos are available upon request.

Local pickup in the New York tai-state area is possible.

The guitar will be professionally packaged and fully insured for shipment. Shipping available outside the Continental U.S. Please feel free to reach out with any questions. (Stand in photos not included.)

$49,500.00

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All Original 1957 Fender Stratocaster – Stamped 10/57 – Serial #18688

This is a 1957 Fender Stratocaster in two-tone sunburst, serial number 18688, complete with its original tweed case. There are three things that truly define this guitar:

  1. It is a dated October 1957 Stratocaster with original finish, electronics, hardware, and case (professionally re-fretted with period-correct frets).
  2. It has an amazing tone, sound and feel.
  3. The condition is not perfect, but the wear this guitar has only comes from years of continuous playing because it sounds exceptional.

Originality & Condition

  • This guitar remains all original with the exception of a professional refret.
  • Under blacklight inspection (see photos), the finish is completely consistent across the neck and body, which is what you wan to see. There is no evidence of overspray or touch-up.
  • The interior cavities, neck pocket, wiring, and solder joints are untouched and correct.
  • The original pickguard has a minor split near one screw hole, common for guards of this era.
  • The pickups retain their original windings and measure between 5.63K – 5.75K ohms (textbook 1957 output). Pot codes, neck date (10-57), and body cavity markings (10-57) all align correctly with the serial number. The lacquer finish exhibits age-appropriate checking throughout. The body is lightweight and resonant.

Neck & Playability

  • The maple neck is straight and comfortable. The fingerboard shows heavy wear, along with lacquer wear on the back of the neck, none of which affects playability.
  • The refret was done properly and allows the guitar to perform at its full potential.
  • There is minor fret-end feel along the edges due to natural seasonal expansion and contraction over decades, but this does not affect play.

Case

  • The tweed case is original and included. It shows road wear consistent with the guitar but remains structurally solid and correct.

Notes

Please review all photos and video carefully. Additional photos are available upon request.

Local pickup in the New York tai-state area is possible.

The guitar will be professionally packaged and fully insured for shipment. Shipping available outside the Continental U.S. Please feel free to reach out with any questions. (Stand in photos not included.)

Description

All Original 1957 Fender Stratocaster – Stamped 10/57 – Serial #18688

This is a 1957 Fender Stratocaster in two-tone sunburst, serial number 18688, complete with its original tweed case. There are three things that truly define this guitar:

  1. It is a dated October 1957 Stratocaster with original finish, electronics, hardware, and case (professionally re-fretted with period-correct frets).
  2. It has an amazing tone, sound and feel.
  3. The condition is not perfect, but the wear this guitar has only comes from years of continuous playing because it sounds exceptional.

Originality & Condition

  • This guitar remains all original with the exception of a professional refret.
  • Under blacklight inspection (see photos), the finish is completely consistent across the neck and body, which is what you wan to see. There is no evidence of overspray or touch-up.
  • The interior cavities, neck pocket, wiring, and solder joints are untouched and correct.
  • The original pickguard has a minor split near one screw hole, common for guards of this era.
  • The pickups retain their original windings and measure between 5.63K – 5.75K ohms (textbook 1957 output). Pot codes, neck date (10-57), and body cavity markings (10-57) all align correctly with the serial number. The lacquer finish exhibits age-appropriate checking throughout. The body is lightweight and resonant.

Neck & Playability

  • The maple neck is straight and comfortable. The fingerboard shows heavy wear, along with lacquer wear on the back of the neck, none of which affects playability.
  • The refret was done properly and allows the guitar to perform at its full potential.
  • There is minor fret-end feel along the edges due to natural seasonal expansion and contraction over decades, but this does not affect play.

Case

  • The tweed case is original and included. It shows road wear consistent with the guitar but remains structurally solid and correct.

Notes

Please review all photos and video carefully. Additional photos are available upon request.

Local pickup in the New York tai-state area is possible.

The guitar will be professionally packaged and fully insured for shipment. Shipping available outside the Continental U.S. Please feel free to reach out with any questions. (Stand in photos not included.)

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Additional information

Weight 21.0 lbs
Dimensions 48.0 × 20.0 × 8.0 in
Body Type

Solid
Body Color

Sunburst
Neck Material

Maple
Set Includes

OHSC
Handedness

Right-Handed
Series

Fender Stratocaster
Type

Electric Guitar
Model Year

1957
Performance Level

Professional
String Configuration

6 String
Fretboard Material

Maple
Model

'57 Stratocaster
Country of Origin

United States
Item Condition

Used
Brand

Fender

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