Vintage 1955 Fender Esquire Guitar. SERIAL NUMBER: 8267. Stackpole Pot codes: 304511. Guitar features: CRL1452 three way switch, top hat switch knob, neck date 11-55, original white pick guard, original No line Kluson tuners (stamped PAT APPLD, 2356766) and ferrels, Bridge pick up cavity date 55 (hand written), original stainless steel saddles. Pick up reading: 6.32 OHM. Capacitors are all original. Guitar neck has been refinished and re-decaled by the Fender Custom Shop. Neck radius 7.25, appears to be a D shape neck. Appears body finish is original however can not be certain, body features beautiful checking. Body weight is approx. 7lbs 9ozs (3kg./430g). Includes the original lacquer tweed case, interior has been reupholstered. Case measures approx. 40in L x 14in W x 4in D overall. Also includes Esquire tissue paper and ash tray cover, original 1955 Fender catalog. Overall guitar would make a great addition to any shop, collection or home. As always please see all photos for more detail and ask any questions prior to bidding. All items are looked over but not inspected further than with the naked eye. If you require any additional pictures to determine condition or authenticity or have any further questions please reach out to us prior to bidding in the auction at least 48 hours prior to the auction day. To ensure you know what you are bidding on and that you want the item please do not bid on any item in this or any auction without inspecting it yourself or sending someone to inspect it for you to ensure you know what you are bidding on and have personally confirmed the condition and description yourself. We make every effort to look over and picture all items but do not offer any warranties or guarantees of our titles or descriptions for any item in this or any other sale. Bidder is responsible for inspecting any items they bid on themselves or sending a professional to examine them for them prior to bidding and as such, absolutely no returns or refunds will be given due to any error in title, descriptions or pictures. If you do not have a stable internet connection, are unsure how to operate the technology, tend to experience glitches while on the internet, or do not feel fully confident bidding online PLEASE DO NOT BID ONLINE. All accidental bids made during a live auction are real bids and we can not cancel any bids during a live auction. Bidders are responsible for paying for any items they win under their bidding profile. If you make an accidental bid BEFORE the auction day please call Invaluable to have them cancel the bid as we do not have access to do this. If you have any other questions please call us at 207-890-8937 and we will answer any questions you have to the best of our ability.