Best USA 52 ReIssue... - Page 3

Mountaintwanger · May 9th, 2008, 01:39 AM

I played a 52 avri in the copper color in 97 or 98 that seemed to me had more of a "U" neck than my 07 52 avri in Butterscotch....Did the early model 52 ri of the 80's and 90's have more of a "U" neck?...Or did this already get discussed and I missed it?.....lol.....

Telemarkman · May 9th, 2008, 03:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Mountaintwanger

I played a 52 avri in the copper color in 97 or 98 that seemed to me had more of a "U" neck than my 07 52 avri in Butterscotch....Did the early model 52 ri of the 80's and 90's have more of a "U" neck?...Or did this already get discussed and I missed it?.....lol.....

Up until '98/'99 the '52 RI had a rather slim C-neck. Post-'98 the neck has been discribed as a U-neck, and mine (2004) definitely is.

The copper one you played could have been one of the first batch with a U-neck though. Had to be a '98 I'm sure ...

vintage52 · May 9th, 2008, 05:51 AM

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Originally Posted by nrps

1999 Fender Telecaster '52 Reissue Copper Metallic "The Copper Caster" (USA) only 100 were made.

A truly beautiful guitar.

Were there only 100 made in 1999 or in total?

Regards

Red Square · May 9th, 2008, 09:58 AM

Here's a shot or two of my 52ri I took at lunch yesterday.

Red Square · May 9th, 2008, 10:02 AM

One more.

Twang Tone · May 9th, 2008, 10:43 AM

Having owned MIJ Reissues, CIJ Reissues, MIM Reissues, MIA Reissues and a US Custom Shop '56 Relic Strat, I still think the bone stock AV52 Tele is a great guitar. And I never get tired of looking at 'em, or playing 'em!

Thanks,

Telemarkman · May 9th, 2008, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Twang Tone

Having owned MIJ Reissues, CIJ Reissues, MIM Reissues, MIA Reissues and a US Custom Shop '56 Relic Strat, I still think the bone stock AV52 Tele is a great guitar. And I never get tired of looking at 'em, or playing 'em!

Thanks,

Dennis68 · May 9th, 2008, 11:20 AM

As some may note, Fender, like some other makers, have really stepped up their quality over the last number of years. But you would be hard pressed to do bad with most '52RI's based on the ones I've owned and played over the years. Just note what the others have said about the neck sizes if that is a focal point for you.

Here's my latest '52 RI, a 2008 that made me feel like I struck gold when I located it....

Ron S · May 9th, 2008, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Gareth John

I chose mine out of a bunch in new york, and they're outstanding guitars. Some were slightly darker than others and they varied alot. I'd like to see how well those 80's reissues are aging if anyone has any pics, I wanna see what 20 years does to one.

Your wish is my command! My '83 JV '52 RI, well worn, well loved

:-)

nrps · June 15th, 2008, 07:38 PM

I've been thinking about changing my Fender American Vintage '52 to the New School set up, but the only thing that stops me is my 1999 Telecaster '52 AVRI Copper Metallic, it's set up for Bridge / Bridge & Neck / Neck. I'm thinking I have the best of both world's?

What do you folks think?

Jeff

American Vintage '52:

1999 Telecaster '52 AVRI Copper Metallic:

vintage52 · June 15th, 2008, 10:32 PM

Leave the copper as it is and buy another Tele.

Good enough reason I reckon

Do you know if only 100 coppers were ever released or was that only in 1999?

Regards

Twang · June 15th, 2008, 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by vintage52

Leave the copper as it is and buy another Tele.

Good enough reason I reckon

Do you know if only 100 coppers were ever released or was that only in 1999?

Regards

I can't imagine that there were only 100 EVER made.

Mine is a 1997 and I got it for $875 five years ago. If it was truly that rare I don't think the price would have been so reasonable.

This pic was taken two years ago, after I changed the smaller orange tinted neck with an AllParts TMNF Fat neck. Six months ago I turned it into an Esquire - can't leave well enough alone

nrps · June 15th, 2008, 11:50 PM

Yes only 100 coppers were ever made because they did not sell. You could not give them away, so Fender stopped making the Copper Caster.

I think Fender started making the Copper Caster again in 2006 out of the Custom Shop price is about $3000.00.

1999 52 RI

vintage52 · June 16th, 2008, 04:45 AM

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Originally Posted by nrps

Yes only 100 coppers were ever made because they did not sell. You could not give them away, so Fender stopped making the Copper Caster.

Well, that is interesting.

I love mine to bits. Great guitar, great tone, great playability. 1997 model.

Mark N · June 16th, 2008, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Gareth John

I chose mine out of a bunch in new york, and they're outstanding guitars. Some were slightly darker than others and they varied alot. I'd like to see how well those 80's reissues are aging if anyone has any pics, I wanna see what 20 years does to one.

here's my 83 52 ri

nrps · November 10th, 2008, 11:16 AM

The Twin's

1999 & 2000 Fender '52 AVRI Telecaster Copper Metallic "The Copper Caster"

Twang Tone · November 10th, 2008, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by nrps

The Twin's

1999 & 2000 Fender '52 AVRI Telecaster Copper Metallic "The Copper Caster"

Arghhh!! Just when I thought I was completely over my Coppercaster GAS, you come along and post these!!

It begins......!

Thanks,

TomHB · November 10th, 2008, 12:40 PM

rul8agn, that's the straightest-grained '52 Tele I've ever seen! Very interesting and very unique. Almost looks like a pine grain.

I keep seeing folks talk about a U neck on post-1999 '52s, but mine (Oct 2001) is a soft V. Perfectly sized IMHO. Not too big, not too small, and fits very well in my hand. A JV Strat is a bit fatter than my neck btw, and I love those necks as well. Mine's about 7.25 lbs, and acoustically resonant as heck. #44080

nrps · November 10th, 2008, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Twang Tone

Arghhh!! Just when I thought I was completely over my Coppercaster GAS, you come along and post these!!

It begins......!

Thanks,

They are sweet sounding and Mint 9.9...........

T Prior · November 10th, 2008, 04:42 PM

I am of the opinion that the guitars up to the early 90's are all very similar, action, body the whole deal. I have an 88 , a friend just came across an 85 , another friend has one from 90 and yes..another friend. has one from 85 or 86. If you closed your eyes and they all had the same gauge new strings they would feel really really close to each other, all have 7.5 radius roundish necks. When you open your eyes you can pick mine out right away, it has the least attractive piece of wood ( body ) and the most wear. But in all fairness it had some dings when I bought it so I did not need to ding protect it for it's life, it is a work horse for me. .

Now, I have found for me, the newer guitars feel different, too much nitro, the action feels different, so for me early 90's or older would be what I would chase.

SMPTE · November 10th, 2008, 05:54 PM

here's mine...

Grin'n'pick · November 10th, 2008, 06:09 PM

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Originally Posted by SMPTE

here's mine...

What year is this? The edge radius looks sharper, like a Nocaster, may just be the photo but it looks sharper than most AV52's. Gorgeous!

SMPTE · November 10th, 2008, 06:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Grin'n'pick

What year is this? The edge radius looks sharper, like a Nocaster, may just be the photo but it looks sharper than most AV52's. Gorgeous!

The SN# is 628XX, don't know the year... and Thanks!

Grin'n'pick · November 10th, 2008, 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by SMPTE

The SN# is 628XX, don't know the year... and Thanks!

I'm sure somebody can help us out.

It looks like a good Tele should!

cbucki · November 11th, 2008, 08:31 AM

Absolutely love the '52 Thin Skin!

May 9th, 2008, 10:43 AM	#86 (permalink)
Twang Tone Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: UK Age: 37 Posts: 1,034	Having owned MIJ Reissues, CIJ Reissues, MIM Reissues, MIA Reissues and a US Custom Shop '56 Relic Strat, I still think the bone stock AV52 Tele is a great guitar. And I never get tired of looking at 'em, or playing 'em! Thanks, __________________ TT Ridicule is nothing to be scared of!

May 9th, 2008, 11:20 AM	#88 (permalink)
Dennis68 Tele-Holic Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Hudson Valley Posts: 757	As some may note, Fender, like some other makers, have really stepped up their quality over the last number of years. But you would be hard pressed to do bad with most '52RI's based on the ones I've owned and played over the years. Just note what the others have said about the neck sizes if that is a focal point for you. Here's my latest '52 RI, a 2008 that made me feel like I struck gold when I located it.... __________________ -Dennis

November 10th, 2008, 11:16 AM	#96 (permalink)
nrps Tele-Meister Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Nevada Posts: 218 39 Photos	The Twin's 1999 & 2000 Fender '52 AVRI Telecaster Copper Metallic "The Copper Caster" __________________ http://flickr.com/photos/8733718@N03/

November 10th, 2008, 04:42 PM	#100 (permalink)
T Prior Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Charlotte NC Posts: 1,345	I am of the opinion that the guitars up to the early 90's are all very similar, action, body the whole deal. I have an 88 , a friend just came across an 85 , another friend has one from 90 and yes..another friend. has one from 85 or 86. If you closed your eyes and they all had the same gauge new strings they would feel really really close to each other, all have 7.5 radius roundish necks. When you open your eyes you can pick mine out right away, it has the least attractive piece of wood ( body ) and the most wear. But in all fairness it had some dings when I bought it so I did not need to ding protect it for it's life, it is a work horse for me. . Now, I have found for me, the newer guitars feel different, too much nitro, the action feels different, so for me early 90's or older would be what I would chase. __________________ www.tprior.com

May 9th, 2008, 01:39 AM	#81 (permalink)
Mountaintwanger Tele-Meister Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Snohomish Washington Age: 40 Posts: 168	I played a 52 avri in the copper color in 97 or 98 that seemed to me had more of a "U" neck than my 07 52 avri in Butterscotch....Did the early model 52 ri of the 80's and 90's have more of a "U" neck?...Or did this already get discussed and I missed it?.....lol.....

June 15th, 2008, 07:38 PM	#90 (permalink)
nrps Tele-Meister Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Nevada Posts: 218 39 Photos	I've been thinking about changing my Fender American Vintage '52 to the New School set up, but the only thing that stops me is my 1999 Telecaster '52 AVRI Copper Metallic, it's set up for Bridge / Bridge & Neck / Neck. I'm thinking I have the best of both world's? What do you folks think? Jeff American Vintage '52: 1999 Telecaster '52 AVRI Copper Metallic:

June 15th, 2008, 10:32 PM	#91 (permalink)
vintage52 Tele-Meister Join Date: May 2003 Location: Wellington, New Zealand Age: 41 Posts: 387	Leave the copper as it is and buy another Tele. Good enough reason I reckon Do you know if only 100 coppers were ever released or was that only in 1999? Regards

June 15th, 2008, 11:50 PM	#93 (permalink)
nrps Tele-Meister Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Nevada Posts: 218 39 Photos	Yes only 100 coppers were ever made because they did not sell. You could not give them away, so Fender stopped making the Copper Caster. I think Fender started making the Copper Caster again in 2006 out of the Custom Shop price is about $3000.00. 1999 52 RI

November 10th, 2008, 12:40 PM	#98 (permalink)
TomHB Banned TDPRI Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Huntington Beach, CA Posts: 92	rul8agn, that's the straightest-grained '52 Tele I've ever seen! Very interesting and very unique. Almost looks like a pine grain. I keep seeing folks talk about a U neck on post-1999 '52s, but mine (Oct 2001) is a soft V. Perfectly sized IMHO. Not too big, not too small, and fits very well in my hand. A JV Strat is a bit fatter than my neck btw, and I love those necks as well. Mine's about 7.25 lbs, and acoustically resonant as heck. #44080

November 11th, 2008, 08:31 AM	#105 (permalink)
cbucki Tele-Meister Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Midwest, USA Posts: 125	Absolutely love the '52 Thin Skin!

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