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[center]My very lovely pre CBS, 1963 Fender P Bass.[/center] [center][url="https://flic.kr/p/MfP6be"][/url][/center] [center]It started life with the Fender see through blonde finish, which was probably removed back in the late sixties. The coating that was applied at the time has protected the wood extremely well.[/center] [center]Hard case is included in the sale, these are becoming very rare, particularly ones in good condition. This one is very good, with all the catches and hinges functioning as they should.[/center] [center]So, looks wise it's not a museum quality instrument but it is a top quality pre CBS Fender, structurally sound, no nasty surprises or damage and is truly a great player.[/center] [center]Anyway, the spec:[/center] [center]Ash body.[/center] [center]Maple neck, with Rosewood fretboard.[/center] [center]Width at nut 42 mm.[/center] [center]Fret board radius 7.25"[/center] [center]All original frets, still in superb condition.[/center] [center]I have recently fitted an original Fender Tort guard from a 59 P bass. This guard is in exceptional condition, with no breaks or cracks and is almost completely flat. It's very rare to find one all intact.[/center] [center]Original ash trays and screws.[/center] [center]Original pots, cabling and pick ups.[/center] [center]All original hardware, with a couple of exceptions, detailed down below.[/center] [center]Non original bits:[/center] [center]The tuner fixing screws are replacement Pure Vintage Fender.[/center] [center]The knobs are replacement, from the Pure Vintage Fender range.[/center] [center]The Hootenanny strap button on the rear of headstock is a replacement from the Pure Vintage Fender range.[/center] [center]The headstock was also over sprayed and therefore the decal still looks great.[/center] [center]This is a lovely instrument to play. The pick ups are warm sounding, very punchy and powerful. With a reading of 11k ohms.[/center] [center]The fret work is impressively good. I've set it up with a low action, which is buzz free.[/center] [center]Truss rod functions perfectly in both directions.[/center] [center]The neck does not suffer from any dead spots.[/center] [center]The fret board is a very attractive, dark piece of timber and is in excellent condition.[/center] [center]I have noticed that if I don't play it for a few days the tone pot crackles a bit. A couple of turns back and forth sort it out, so I'm not considering replacing it. EDIT. Just sprayed this up with Deoxit and it is now completely crackle free [/center] [center]My price is £4,400 or very near offer.[/center] [center]I haven't quoted a postage price, as I would be much prefer any potential purchaser to come on over to my place in Hertfordshire, have a brew, inspect the bass and try it out.[/center] If you don't want to travel and posting is required, then we can discuss the options [url="https://flic.kr/p/Md9Uib"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/MjVmLG"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/Mo6XXV"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/LWgpcq"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/BYxcgx"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/CNCLAZ"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/CVVSi8"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/CG2Tsn"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/D5VVEP"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/DB6zcG"][/url]

[quote name='roger' timestamp='1474184249' post='3136045'] Do you know what type of wood it is? [/quote] Morning Roger. Sorry, should have detailed that in my ad. It is Agathis.

Another weekend bump up

A sunburst Squier Vintage Modified P bass body, in excellent, almost as new condition. There is a slight crack in the poly coating below the neck pocket but you have to really look to see it. If a lightweight bass is important to you then this would be a good choice, as the finished weight with neck and electrics etc was under 8lbs. £ 95.00 I'm happy for it to be collected from my place in Herts or I can post. I would prefer to use my trusty courier, who so far have never let me down with a delivery but their minimum charge is £15.99. Parcel Force is a little cheaper at £11.99. Bank Transfer or cash on delivery [url="https://flic.kr/p/M7cdYu"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/M7ccBS"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/LjPvzv"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/M7cb91"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/Mh1CPk"][/url] [url="https://flic.kr/p/LjPsXr"][/url]

Topic reopened.

Gents, although it's well meant I'm sure, Mark doesn't need to be repeatedly told that he shouldn't sell. He has made a decision and decided that a sale is the best course of action for him.

Another bump for my very lovely Dingwall.

Bumping again.

A little price drop bump