{"product_id":"vintage-1968-fender-telecaster-blonde","title":"Vintage - 1968 Fender Telecaster - Blonde","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 typography-heading-sm\"\u003eExceptionally Original Vintage 1968 Fender Telecaster – Blonde\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 typography-body-sm\"\u003eFew guitars are as instantly recognizable—or as influential—as the Fender Telecaster. Introduced in 1950 as the world's first commercially successful solid-body electric guitar, the Telecaster has become one of the most recorded instruments in music history. It is prized for its \u003cstrong\u003eunmistakable clarity\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003edynamic response\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eremarkable simplicity\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 typography-body-sm\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e1968 Fender Telecaster\u003c\/strong\u003e is a stunning example from one of Fender's most fascinating periods. Finished in its original \u003cstrong\u003eBlonde lacquer\u003c\/strong\u003e over an ash body, the subtle grain remains visible beneath a finish that has gently mellowed over nearly six decades into the warm cream hue that collectors adore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 typography-heading-sm\"\u003eOriginality and Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 typography-body-sm\"\u003eDating back to \u003cstrong\u003e1968\u003c\/strong\u003e, this guitar retains its \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal neck, body, electronics, and hardware\u003c\/strong\u003e. Key details include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"mb-4\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mb-1\"\u003eNeck date stamped \u003cstrong\u003e3rd July 1968\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mb-1\"\u003eMatching factory markings that confirm the neck and body have remained together since leaving the Fullerton factory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mb-1\"\u003eOriginal serial number, hardware, and electronics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 typography-body-sm\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003edark Brazilian rosewood fingerboard\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a striking contrast to the blonde finish and maple neck, creating one of Fender's most iconic visual combinations. The package is completed with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"mb-4\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mb-1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal chrome bridge cover\u003c\/strong\u003e (\"ashtray\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mb-1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal threaded steel saddles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mb-1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal hard shell case\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mb-1\"\u003eEven the \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal Fender polishing cloth\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 typography-heading-sm\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 typography-body-sm\"\u003eFinding an almost sixty-year-old Telecaster in this condition is becoming increasingly rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"mb-4\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mb-1\"\u003eThe finish has aged naturally and gracefully, retaining an \u003cstrong\u003ehonest vintage appearance\u003c\/strong\u003e without excessive wear or abuse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mb-1\"\u003eA handful of small chips and marks around the lower edge of the body are present, but the guitar still \u003cstrong\u003epresents exceptionally well\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the translucent blonde finish and ash grain to remain the focal point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mb-1\"\u003eIt strikes the perfect balance between being \u003cstrong\u003ewell-preserved\u003c\/strong\u003e while avoiding an over-restored appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 typography-heading-sm\"\u003eTone \u0026amp; Playability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 typography-body-sm\"\u003ePlugged in, this Telecaster delivers everything players expect from a great late-'60s example:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"mb-4\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mb-1\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ebridge pickup\u003c\/strong\u003e offers the unmistakable Telecaster bite—bright, articulate, and effortlessly capable of everything from Bakersfield twang to classic rock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mb-1\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eneck pickup\u003c\/strong\u003e provides warmth and surprising depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mb-1\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003emiddle position\u003c\/strong\u003e produces the airy balance synonymous with countless studio recordings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 typography-body-sm\"\u003eThe guitar plays beautifully and remains an \u003cstrong\u003einspiring instrument\u003c\/strong\u003e to pick up. While the electronics would benefit from a routine clean (as expected for a vintage guitar of this age), they remain \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal and fully functional\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 typography-heading-sm\"\u003eA Genuine Collector's Piece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 typography-body-sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginality is everything\u003c\/strong\u003e in the vintage guitar world. Finding a 1968 Telecaster retaining its:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"mb-4\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mb-1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Blonde finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mb-1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAsh body\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mb-1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrazilian rosewood fingerboard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mb-1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatching neck and body date markings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mb-1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal electronics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mb-1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal hardware\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mb-1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal bridge cover\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mb-1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal threaded saddles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mb-1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal hard shell case\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mb-1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal polishing cloth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 typography-body-sm\"\u003e...is becoming increasingly uncommon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 typography-body-sm\"\u003eWhether you're seeking an \u003cstrong\u003einvestment-grade vintage Fender\u003c\/strong\u003e, an \u003cstrong\u003eexceptional player's instrument\u003c\/strong\u003e, or simply one of the \u003cstrong\u003ecleanest late-'60s Telecasters\u003c\/strong\u003e to come onto the market, this is an outstanding opportunity to acquire a genuine piece of Fender history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 typography-heading-sm\"\u003eAdditional Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"mb-4\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mb-1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 242899\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"mb-1\"\u003eThe condition is \u003cstrong\u003eincredible considering its age\u003c\/strong\u003e. While there are a few strap scuffs on the bottom edge of the front and back, the paintwork is fantastic and one of the nicest examples we've seen in recent years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 typography-body-sm\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Thoughts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe handle a lot of vintage instruments, and occasionally one arrives that immediately stands out. This Telecaster is one of those guitars. It has all the character and feel you'd expect from an original late-'60s Fender, while remaining remarkably honest and original throughout. It has clearly been cherished throughout its life and represents exactly the kind of vintage instrument we love to find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 typography-heading-sm\"\u003ePurchase Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 typography-body-sm\"\u003eAs with all our high-end, vintage, and collectible instruments, this guitar is \u003cstrong\u003eonly available for purchase in-store or by direct bank transfer\u003c\/strong\u003e. We're happy to ship anywhere, but only \u003cstrong\u003efully insured\u003c\/strong\u003e and at \u003cstrong\u003eyour cost\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56311879729531,"sku":"SFCRichards","price":16495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/6673\/8228\/files\/IMG_1331.jpg?v=1782390967","url":"https:\/\/fouldsguitars.com\/products\/vintage-1968-fender-telecaster-blonde","provider":"Foulds Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}