1966 FenderStratocaster – Candy Apple Red (Bound Fretboard)


This original 1966 Fender Stratocaster in Candy Apple Red has a crazy figured neck, and features an extremely rare bound rosewood fretboard with dot inlays! With Fender’s new CBS ownership in full swing, the Stratocaster saw several updates in 1966, with a couple displayed on this piece. You hardly ever see a Stratocaster with a bound neck with dots, as we believe that this was either custom-ordered or experimental since a few other examples have emerged from this same year. This was definitely someone’s player, as this flamed neck has been worn in for a smooth, slick feel. These original frets still have plenty of life left in them. This piece is fully original, with the only note being that a decal looks to have been added and removed from the back of the headstock at some point.

Overall Condition: 8.5, light playwear to the body, neck finish played in, checking

Specifications:

  • Finish Details: Candy Apple Red, Original, Great Condition with light spaghetti lines, playwear and very light checking
  • Body Material: Alder
  • Neck Material: Maple
  • Fretboard Material: Rosewood (Bound)
  • Neck Profile: Medium C
  • Weight: 7 lbs 8 oz
  • Scale Length: 25-1/2"
  • Pickup Readings: N: 5.63K M: 5.86K B: 5.36K
  • Electronics: Original, Untouched
  • Hardware: Original, Great Condition with some patina to the tuners
  • Nut Width: 1-5/8"
  • Includes: Original Black Hardshell Case with orange lining

Sku: F276

Inquire

About Our Pricing

If you're reading this, you're probably looking for a price on a guitar and we're here to explain why our site doesn't list that information! Over the past few years, we have seen market volatility brought on by the pandemic, inflation, and beyond. Due to our current inventory quantities, updating our site daily would be an insurmountable task. As a result, we ask that you please give us a call for our latest and best pricing. As always, we can be reached at 516-221-0563 every Monday-Friday from 12-5 PM (EST) unless otherwise stated.

Questions?

Call us 516-221-0563 or Send us an Email!

We’d be happy to give you an in-hand description of the guitar. All of our guitars are properly set up by John Bertsche, our brilliant guitar tech, and will be professionally packed with care.