1985 Fender TLC-52 Telecaster (Japan, Blonde)

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Mid-80s Japanese ’52 reissue from the TLC-52 line. Ash body in blonde with flat head screws and all the right early reissue details that made these models such a hit when they first landed. Condition is genuinely good for age. There is a noticeable chip near the output jack which gives it some honesty, but the rest of the guitar has worn in nicely rather than being knocked around. The neck is a standout, with subtle flame through the maple and a very comfortable, broken-in feel in the hand. Tonally it is dry, direct and articulate. Plenty of snap and bite on the bridge pickup with a clear, rounded neck sound that stays usable rather than woolly. It feels lively and responsive, and the 3.9kg weight sits in a great zone for a Tele of this style. A well-aged, well-balanced Japanese reissue that captures the appeal of a classic blackguard without feeling precious. Serial number: A018117