{"product_id":"1959-fender-jazzmaster-100-original-time-capsule-one-owner-find-gold-guard-tweed-case-untouched-since-1985","title":"1959 Fender Jazzmaster – 100% Original \"Time Capsule\" One-Owner Find (Gold Guard, Tweed Case \u0026 Untouched Since 1985)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eUp for consignment is a true holy grail find for vintage Fender collectors: an entirely untouched, \u003cu\u003e100% original 1959 Fender Jazzmaster\u003c\/u\u003e in its original Sunburst finish with a factory Gold Anodized pickguard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis instrument is the definition of a \"Time Capsule\" find. Purchased new by the late husband of the current consignor, this guitar was his prized instrument from high school until 1985. That year, it was placed inside its original tweed hardshell case, where it sat undisturbed under a bed for over 40 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWe have chosen to leave this guitar exactly as found. It has not been cleaned, polished, restrung, or altered in any way. The deep, authentic patina, surface grime, and oxidation are preserved exactly as it emerged from decades of storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Provenance Details:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"1\"\u003eBody \u0026amp; Finish: The original 3-tone Sunburst finish over ash\/alder retains incredible color. There is beautiful, honest play wear consistent with an instrument loved and played for its first 25 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"2\"\u003ePickguard \u0026amp; Electronics: Features the iconic, original Gold Anodized pickguard. The pickguard has never been removed. In fact, the original pickguard shrink\/seal has bonded gently to the body over the decades; we have chosen not to force it open to preserve its undisturbed factory seal. I did peek at the solder joint under the bridge pickup. It looks entirely untouched.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"3\"\u003eNeck \u0026amp; Fretboard: Features a gorgeous, dark slab Brazilian Rosewood fingerboard with original clay dots. The frets are original, heavily worn\/low, and show green verdigris\/oxidation from decades in the case.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"4\"\u003eHardware: Includes the original \"Pat. Pend.\" floating tremolo tailpiece and the incredibly rare, original bridge cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIncredible \"Time Capsule\" Case Candy Included:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe case contents perfectly map the history of this instrument and are included in the sale:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"1\"\u003eVintage Ernie Ball Music Pouch: A highly collectible, early vinyl pick pouch from Ernie Ball’s original, historic guitar shop in Tarzana, California (the world's first guitar-only store, opened in 1958). This strongly hints at the Southern California origins of this legendary instrument.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cu\u003eBobby Lee \"No-Scratch\" Denim Strap\u003c\/u\u003e: A classic period-correct denim strap with metal buckles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"3\"\u003eVintage String Packs: Several ancient packs of strings left in the case pocket since the guitar was retired in 1985.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli value=\"4\"\u003eThe trim on the ends of the case came off at some point. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSeller Notes to Serious Buyers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBecause this guitar is a pure, unrestored collector's item, it is being sold exactly as-is. It will require a setup, fret dress\/refret (if you intend to play it regularly), and gentle fret cleaning. We will leave the choice of restoration entirely to the next custodian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWe welcome serious offers, inquiries, video requests, and inspection arrangements. Do not miss the chance to own a single-owner, zero-excuses '59 Gold Guard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDUE TO THE NATURE AND VALUE OF THIS INSTRUMENT, PLEASE CONTACT THE SHOP TO DISCUSS SHIPPING OPTIONS. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67583630573841,"sku":null,"price":28000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/8163\/0993\/files\/IMG_2832.jpg?v=1790519450","url":"https:\/\/vinyltapguitarsrecords.com\/products\/1959-fender-jazzmaster-100-original-time-capsule-one-owner-find-gold-guard-tweed-case-untouched-since-1985","provider":"Vinyl Tap Guitars \u0026 Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}