The fender limited edition american vintage ii 1951 telecaster flame maple fingerboard black is a faithful nod to the first blackguard era built with period correct feel and modern playability in mind. An ash body in gloss nitro lets the wood breathe and age with character while a 1 ply black phenolic guard nails the look. The standout here is the 3a flame maple neck and fingerboard an oval c carve with a satin back for that broken in feel plus a 9.5 radius and 21 medium jumbo frets for smooth bends and tidy intonation. Vintage style details run throughout from the single line tuners and disc string tree to the four bolt plate and included bridge cover bringing that unmistakeable tele sound a pair of custom shop texas special single coils offering hot rodded blackguard energy with rich mids bite and plenty of chime. The 3 way switch covers bright bridge snap airy neck warmth and that classic middle blend responding beautifully to volume and tone tweaks. A pure vintage 3 saddle bridge with brass barrels delivers the right mix of attack and sustain while through body stringing keeps everything ringing true. Its a lively resonant tele that feels inspiring in the hands and sounds ready for any session or stage