Here we have an uncommon Fender Standard Stratocaster introduced during 1981-83 within the so-called Dan Smith Era in Fender. The guitar is finished in an aged cream with a white pick guard or blonde on blonde finish. This guitar has a common vol and tone arrangement for the 3 pickups with the jack socket flush and as part of the scratch plate on the front. While sharing many elements with a traditional Stratocaster, this model used a different style tremolo bridge and tremolo arm system. As for the sound the guitar has no major differences in sound from the more common 3-knob Stratocaster guitars. The 2-knob Stratocaster was only produced for two years from 1981-3. Another point from the DS era is the reverting back to 4-bolt neck joints and the original smaller headstock whilst retaining the larger decal transfer we know from ‘70s fender designs.
The 1981 Standard Stratocaster was produced until 1983, when it was significantly revised by placing the jack plug on the pickguard flush with the body and offering only one tone control instead of two. The CBS 70s style headstock decal was also changed to a smaller, silver logo style that would be subsequently used in the 1987 American Standard. These 1981-83 first version of the Standard Stratocaster have become known on the street (and in third party literature) as the “Dan Smith Stratocaster”. Smith’s name is not placed on the headstock, or anywhere else on the instrument, but it’s only fair that Stratocaster enthusiasts have dubbed this model the “Smith Strat” in homage to the man who brought the Stratocaster back closer to the original 1950s design. This guitar is quite a bonny looking machine with the aged cream finish. Guitar lives in its case.
Fender Stratocaster
Here an attractive Fender Stratocaster in an aged and yellowed Olympic white finish. Great 1979 vintage guitar; super heavy at 5.2 kgs The richly aged finish has remained crisp and clear and as result is stunning, especially in sun light. The guitar plays very well, all the hardware operates as it should, the electrics work flawlessly. Maple neck, rosewood fingerboard with real mother of pearls dot markers that stand out and reflect in the early morning sunlight. Great looker and a killer player, as you would expect from a classic fender guitar, lotsa vintage feel and mojo albeit a tad heavy.
Here a cool 2009 Fender Stratocaster Custom Shop David Gilmour model in a glossy black nitro finish with factory fitted Gilmour mods. This guitar is apparently modelled on DG’s 1983 Black Stratocaster model and made from Alder body with a maple glossy neck. One of my better guitars, completely unmolested and all original. Standard yellowed maple fretboard and simple classic Strat look. Defo one of my best guitars. It’s a light and responsive guitar and easy to play. Very good condition, no obvious marks or dents. Lives in its Fender custom case along with strap, concert in Gdansk CD and various case candy items.
Here a rare 1979 Fender Stratocaster electric Guitar in Monaco Yellow. Great looking Strat with killer appearance and a very versatile instrument and a joy to play. Chrome hardware which is slightly tarnished due to the use over the years, giving the guitar an attractive patina. Defo one of the best vintage Stratocasters kicking around. Very responsive guitar and easy to play. Lovely aged coloured finish. Good condition, no major marks or dents. Lives in Fender hard-case
Here a cool Fender Stratocaster Custom Shop model in a red finish built by Fender Master Luthier Dennis Galuszka. One of my better guitars, completely unmolested and all original, although some of the fender decal transfer has come off. The DG autograph is visible on the rear of the headstock. The guitar features an ash body and a standard maple fretboard and simple classic Strat look. It’s a light and responsive guitar and easy to play. Very good condition, no obvious marks or dents. Lives in its Fender case.
Here a great looking Fender Stratocaster Eric Clapton model made in USA 2018, in a red finish with factory fitted noiseless pick ups. One of my latest fender guitars, unmolested and pretty much unplaced. It’s the standard Clapton Strat, not the custom shop but still a well playing instrument. Standard maple fretboard and alder body comprising the simple but classic Strat look. It’s a light and responsive guitar and easy to play. Lives in its Fender tweed case.
Here a well kept Fender Stratocaster Bullseye finish electric guitar. Great 1974/5 vintage guitar, but heavy. The bullseye three-tone Sunburst finish has remained crisp and clear and as result is stunning. The guitar plays very well, all the hardware operates as it should, the electrics work flawlessly. There we are, a guitar with minimal play wear. Maple neck, Rosewood Board. Great looker and a cool player.
Here a 1979 Fender Stratocaster hardtail electric guitar in walnut finish. The walnut has faded in parts and the result is stunning. The guitar plays well, all the hardware operates as it should, the electrics work flawlessly. The guitar has minimal play wear and shows signs of developing patina. You won’t find many in such a great nick. Great looker and a killer player, as you would expect from a classic fender guitar. The wood on the neck has also beautifully aged to a rich colour resulting in a satin finish. So, here we have a very playable and functional guitar with ounces of mojo and a great vintage feel to it.
Fender Stratocaster, 1979 Hardtail in natural wood finish, relatively light Ash body, with rosewood fretboard. This is a great stock Fender guitar, industrially built, and despite Fenders 1970s quality issues this is a great machine. The guitar plays very well, all the standard chrome hardware operating, as it should, the electrics work flawlessly. The finish has yellowed slightly is due to ageing giving it a satinwood appearance. Great looker and a killer player, as you would expect from a classic fender guitar. The wood on the neck has also aged to a rich colour resulting in a similar dark satin finish. In all a very playable and guitar oozing mojo.
Here an aged cream white Fender Stratocaster hardtail. electric guitar. Great 1979 vintage guitar; heavy as hell. The cream has yellowed smoothly and the result is stunning. The guitar plays well, all the hardware operates as it should, the electrics work flawlessly. Here we have a guitar with minimal play wear and patina. You won’t find many like this in such a great nick. Great looker and a killer player, as you would expect from a classic fender guitar. The wood on the neck has also beautifully aged to a rich colour resulting in a dark satin finish So here we have a very playable and functional guitar with ounces of mojo and a great vintage feel to it.
Here another iconic Fender USA guitar in the collection, a faded/aged Three-tone Tobacco burst Fender Stratocaster electric guitar. Great 1977 vintage guitar and a classy looker too. All electrics work well. Here we have an SRV Model with genuine play wear and patina without all the modern day relicing. You won’t find many like this in such a great nick. Great looker and a killer player, as you would expect from a classic guitar. The finish has beautifully aged to a and the neck has a lovely satin finish, the paint of the neck has aged and worn off in some of the played areas making it a fast player too. So here we have a very collectible rock machine with ounces of mojo and a great vintage feel to it. Lives in a 1980s fender case.
1979 Fender Stratocaster in Alpine white, big 1970’s headstock. One of my better guitars and all original, factory fitted bits and bobs. Very responsive guitar and easy to play. Lovely snow coloured finish. Good condition, no major marks or dents. Lives in Fender hard-case