DON'T tell anyone his location.
Sounds like one of those finds. Verify the serial number. Much like a Muddy Waters Tele after he had the neck replaced and the body painted red. If knobs are original, they should be flat top and lighter weight than older versions. Top hat switch, if still original. Check the neck heel date. The body date. Good find if all original.
Or even if some changed parts, too. Ck it out, if it speaks to you, it'll be hard to pass up. GOOD LUCK and let us know.
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