Vintage Fender Stratocaster - USA 1970

The oversized headstock. The bold black Fender logo. The dark rosewood board. And that beautifully aged three-tone burst on an alder body… everything about this guitar oozes vintage character. This is the real deal: an original 1970 Fender Stratocaster, built in the golden era of hard rock at the dawn of the new decade. From Hendrix to Blackmore, Beck to Malmsteen, this era of Strat became a go-to for guitar heroes shaping the future of rock.

This example wears its age with pride—just the right amount of honest wear and patina to show its journey without compromising playability. The headstock has mellowed into a deep amber hue, and the original black CBS-era decal is intact and clean. The replacement Schaller tuners function smoothly; while a luthier could restore vintage-style tuners with minimal evidence, there's no need unless you're after strict originality. The trem cover has been replaced, and the frets are in excellent condition—ideal for expressive bends and fluid lead work.

The neck profile is a touch beefier than a standard medium C, with slightly broader shoulders that feel substantial and comfortable in the hand. The front and middle pickups are original, while the bridge pickup shows less ageing and may be a later replacement. The upgraded 5-way switch offers easy access to classic Strat tones—sparkly, balanced, and beautifully expressive across all positions.

A genuine 1970 Strat with vibe, playability, and tone to match—at a great price. This is a well-preserved vintage piece with undeniable mojo, ready to be played or proudly displayed by any serious Strat lover.

Features:

Scale length: 25.5” 

Fretboard Radius: 7.25” 

Action at 1st fret: 0.25mm 

Action at 12th fret: 1.75mm 

Neck depth at 1st fret: 21.5 

Neck depth at 12th fret: 25mm 

Nut Width: 40.9mm 

12 fret width: 51.5mm 

Neck material: Maple/rosewood fretboard 

Fretboard inlays: Pearl dots 

Body: Alder 

Body size at lower bout: 32cm 

Front Pickup: Original 

Middle Pickup: Original 

Bridge Pickup: Non-original

Tuners: Schallers (replaced)

Pickguard: White three ply 

Bridge: Fender 

Electronics: Volume, tone tone with 5-way switch (replaced) 

Hardware: Chrome/nickel 

Case: Original hard-shell case