This beautiful 1974 Telecaster Bass is not one you see very often. Guitar is 100% original, no modifications. SERIAL NUMBER: 400681. COLOR: Blonde See Through Finish. WEIGHT: 9lbs 12ozs (4kg/420g). This Tele Bass is in very good vintage condition, interestingly the serial number stamped on the neck plate would denote that this is a 1973 Telecaster Bass, but the stamp codes on the pot, pickup and neck butt all indicate this was made in 1974. The Blonde finished body has turned into a stunningly beautiful Butterscotch see through finish which has yellowed in its 48-year-old history, check out underneath the pickguard, and compare. There are some natural rubbing marks in a couple areas, some scratching and tiny dings which adds to the vintage reliced charm. The chrome hardware and screws have some lovely patina. One pot code is stamped 1377409 denoting the CTS Co. dated the 9th week of 1974. The other is unreadable due to solder. The pickup is stamped 204074 denoting this was made in 1974. The original pickguard suffered several breaks which is included with the guitar. The collector decided to replace the pickguard with a black single ply pickguard that blends with the now butterscotch see through finish exquisitely, giving it a somewhat Blackguard feel. The neck is a beautiful maple neck, some scratches, and small dings, however very minimal. The neck has a 7.25 radius, medium D shape profile, nice and smooth. There is a little bit of fretware, plenty of life left. Stamped code at the neck but reads 0300 3814. Tuners have some nice patina. Only beautiful tones coming out of this vintage Tele Bass. Bass come with its original case in very good vintage condition. This guitar would make a great addition to any collection, shop, 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 cannot 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.