Guitarville
Vintage Guitars & Amps
19258 15th NE 
Seattle, WA  98155
206.363.8188

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5-28-2002

This is a written appraisal of value, and authenticity for the guitar listed below.

1955 Fender Stratocaster, sunburst finish, with original hard shell case, bridge cover, and tremolo arm.
Serial # 6927

The body is made from one solid piece of swamp ash.  The guitar's hardware is 100% original and no modifications have been made.

Neck is dated 9-55 in pencil, and the masking tape is intact inside the control cavity dated 8-31-55.

Pickup covers, switch cap, and trem cap are all made of bakelite. All 6 bridge saddles are stamped Pat. Pend. and are in very clean condiion.

Overall this guitar is a strong 7.5 condition, and is currently valued at $20,000.00

(signed) Tommy Steinley