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Hi. I am a big fan (and small time collector) of double bound Telecasters. I must admit this item has me a bit puzzled. I have never seen a '77 double bound, and Fender AFAIK didn't make them. They discontinued the Custom years earlier, and didn't make DBs for long time. So I would appreciate more information and details about the origin of this guitar. Also I'd like to see better pictures if possible. Especially:
* Close up of the bridge
* Close up of headstock.
* Close up of serialnumber position
Ultimately, if no real provenance has been established, I suggest that pictures of neck pocket and detached neck heel would help serious bidders consider this item.
Finally, the ad says "all original or upgraded hardware." If any hardware has been upgraded, what would that be?
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I would add "Picture of control assembly" to your list of detailed photos requested. One look at the pots and switch would tell if its MIA or MIJ.
My guess is that this is a parts-caster. Best-case: its a '77 maple Tele neck on a refin 60's Custom Tele body. Probably worth what they are asking, if this is the case. Worst-case: its a '77 maple Tele neck on a MIJ '62 RI body (Fender or even Fernandez). Definately not worth what they are asking, if this is the case.
The line "...all original or upgraded hardware..." appears in almost every IE ad so it must be a standard item description the listing sellers can choose. If they folks at IE don't know that makes a big difference in the value of an instrument, that is pretty sad.