Fender Telecaster 1952 Fullerton Reissue 1983

The Fender Telecaster ’52 Reissue, first introduced in 1982, pays homage to the original 1952 Fender Telecaster, a revolutionary design by Leo Fender that forever changed the guitar world. As the first mass-produced solid-body electric guitar, the Telecaster was known for its simple yet robust design and powerful tone, which made it a favorite for artists across genres.

By the early 1980s, Fender recognized the growing collector interest in vintage models and launched their “Vintage Reissue” series to offer players a close replica of their iconic guitars from the ‘50s and ‘60s. The ’52 Telecaster Reissue became an instant hit among enthusiasts who valued its faithful recreation of the vintage design.

These early reissue models were crafted with a high level of attention to detail, closely mirroring the construction and aesthetics of the original 1952 Telecaster, including the butterscotch blonde finish, black pickguard, and vintage hardware.

This 1983 Fender Telecaster ’52 Reissue has seen many years of gigging, and has all the wear marks to prove it. The original low vintage style frets remain in good condition, and the guitar plays great with excellent twang. Weight is 3400g. Comes with the original tweed case, showing its age as well, but still in working order.

SPECIFICATIONS

Body: Ash wood with a butterscotch blonde nitrocellulose lacquer finish.
Neck: One-piece maple neck with a soft “U” shape and a 7.25″ radius fingerboard.
Frets: Original low, vintage-style frets for that classic feel.
Scale Length: 25.5 inches.
Pickups: Two vintage-style single-coil pickups, hand-wound to recreate the original Tele tone.
Bridge: Three-saddle brass bridge for vintage authenticity.
Weight: 3,400 grams (approx. 7.5 lbs).
Case: Original Fender tweed case, worn but functional.