Description
Description & Specifications
1957 Fender Stratocaster – Blonde – Gold Hardware (Mary Kaye)
We present an all original 1957 Fender Stratocaster in Blonde finish with Gold Hardware (Mary Kaye). Made in Fullerton, California.
History
This 1957 pre-CBS Fender Stratocaster, also known as the Mary Kaye, is one of the most legendary Strats. There is no doubt that this is one of the holy grails from Fender’s golden age.
Condition
Overall, the Blonde finish on this ash body is stunning. The beautiful wood grain shows clearly through the original see-through Blonde finish. Not only does the guitar look incredible, it also plays fantastically, with an exceptionally woody and resonant vintage tone. The original Gold hardware, including the Gold truss rod nut, is well preserved with attractive aging.
This 1957 Mary Kaye Fender Stratocaster is collector-grade, but it absolutely deserves to be played. It comes complete with its original Gold bridge cover and Gold tremolo arm. It features a comfortable, great-playing V-shaped neck with original frets and nut. Cosmetically, it’s in excellent condition, with only minor nicks and dings around the edges and light play wear. The one-piece maple neck is as clean as can be, showing minimal wear. The original Gold one-line Kluson tuners are in excellent condition and work flawlessly.
Originality
100% all original and completely untouched—down to the smallest screw. Everything is exactly as it left the Fullerton factory in 1957. The original black-bottom single-coil pickups paired with the solid maple neck produce a punchy, twangy tone. All three pickups are well balanced and sound fantastic.
The pickups and electronics/wiring are entirely untouched and intact, with no broken solder joints and no re-wound pickups. All original and correct.
Comes complete with its original Fender hardshell tweed case. Latches and handle are in perfect working condition.
