Fender Stratocaster Hardtail 1957, Sunburst
$45,000.00
| Instrument | Solid Body |
| Brand | Fender |
| Model | Stratocaster Hardtail |
| Finish | Sunburst |
| SKU | GS11512-A |
| Handedness | Right |
| Made In Year | 1957 |
| Body Material | Alder |
| Neck/Fingerboard | Maple |
| Tuners | Kluson Deluxe, single line. |
| Weight | 6.8lbs |
| Scale Length | 25.5" |
| Nut Width | 1.66" |
| Neck Profile | Soft V |
| Neck Depth | .89" - 1.01" |
| Radius | 7.25" |
| Electronics | Original |
| Pickup Impedance | N = 5.5K, M = 5.5K, B = 5.4K |
| Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N) | N |
| Case | Original tweed case with red plush lining. |
| Modifications/Repairs | New nut, refret, replacement knobs, replaced switch tip, |
| Condition Notes | Very good condition. |
| Neck | 3 - 57 |
| Body | 3 - 57 (in neck pickup route). |
| Pots | 304704, Stackpole pots from the 4th week of 1957. |
This ’57 Stratocaster remains in very original condition, especially where it matters most. A refret ensures that it plays exceptionally well, and the classic ’50s V-shaped neck feels every bit as comfortable and authentic as you’d hope.
Tonally, the original pickups deliver an outstanding range of classic Strat sounds—from warm and smooth to biting and glassy—with excellent clarity and responsiveness throughout. It’s a wonderfully expressive and versatile instrument.
Cosmetically, it shows modest wear consistent with its age, including a few small dings on the front and light checking throughout the finish. The back has typical buckle rash along with a few finish chips and marks, but nothing excessive. There are also some signs of wear around the lower bouts, while the neck shows honest play wear yet still retains most of its original finish.
All in all, this is a highly desirable guitar that offers the complete package: collectibility, exceptional playability, and fantastic vintage tone. Includes the original hardshell case (OHSC).
