Fender 1979 Stratocaster Electric Guitar - 3-Tone Sunburst with Hardshell Case - Used

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This used 7.8 lb Fender will ship insured, fully set up, and inspected from Rapid City, SD. This guitar is in very good condition with the kind of wear you'd expect from a well-loved instrument of this vintage: Various scrapes and minor dings across the top, sides, and back of the instrument, some discoloration on the back, wear and a moderate-sized crack along the bottom of the neck, and light dings on top of the headstock. Despite all the naturally obtained cosmetic wear, this Strat feels and plays great!

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The Fender Stratocaster is one of the most storied instruments on Earth — and now, you can become a part of that story. A vintage gem from Fender's CBS-era legacy, this 1979 Stratocaster delivers all the feel, tone, and mojo you'd expect from a late-'70s workhorse. With its classic 3-bolt neck plate, gloss-finished maple neck, and resonant alder body, this Strat captures the sound and spirit of a time when rock, funk, and blues dominated the airwaves. The natural wear on the finish and hardware speaks to its history, while key upgrades like Kluson Revolution tuners bring modern stability to this player-grade classic.

The vintage pickups dish out a bright, glassy tone with rich midrange character, making this Strat an ideal choice for players chasing that unmistakable Fender chime — perfect for blues leads, funky rhythm chops, or gritty rock solos. With vintage-style frets on a maple fingerboard, the playability is fast and familiar. Meanwhile, the 5-way switch — first instituted in 1977, two years before this model came off the line — adds more tonal flexibility than earlier-era models.

Whether you’re adding to your vintage collection or looking for a seasoned Strat that’s ready to gig, this 1979 model offers history, tone, and timeless design in one well-preserved package. Available now at Haggerty’s Music, this vintage tone-machine ships with a hardshell case for convenient transport and premium protection.

Features / Specs

Highlights

• Series: Standard Stratocaster
• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Color: 3-Tone Sunburst

Body

• Body Material: Alder
• Body Finish: Gloss
• Body Shape: Stratocaster
• Body Style: Solidbody

Neck

• Headstock Type: Standard Stratocaster
• Neck Material: Maple
• Neck Shape: Medium C
• Neck Finish: Gloss
• Neck Depth: 0.822” at 1st Fret, 0.900” at 12th Fret
• Neck Construction: 3-Bolt Neck Plate
• Fingerboard Material: Maple
• Position Inlays: Black Dots
• Side Dots: Black
• Number of Frets: 21
• Truss Rod Style: Standard Headstock Access
• Truss Rod Nut: Bullet-Style
• Nut Material: Bone
• Nut Width: 1.59”
• Fret Size: Vintage Style
• Scale Length: 25.5”

Hardware

• Bridge: Chrome Vintage Tremolo
• Bridge Cover/Tail Piece: None
• Bridge Mounting: 6-Screw
• Pickguard: 3-Ply White
• Pickup Covers: White
• Control Knobs: Stratocaster Standard, Numbered White Plastic
• Switch Tip: White
• Hardware Finish: Chrome / Nickel
• Tuning Machines: Kluson Revolution Series (Installed Post-Factory)
• String Trees: Dual Butterfly Wings
• Tremolo Arm: Included, Not Installed
• Neck Plate: 3-Bolt
• Strap Buttons: Standard
• Output Jack: Front-Mounted Barrel Style

Electronics

• Pickup Configuration: SSS
• Bridge Pickup: Vintage Fender Single-Coil
• Middle Pickup: Vintage Fender Single-Coil
• Neck Pickup: Vintage Fender Single-Coil
• Controls: Volume, Tone, Tone
• Switching: 5-Way Switching
• Auxiliary Switching: None

Miscellaneous

• Accessories: Tremolo Arm, Strap Locks
• Case/Gig Bag: Hardshell SKB Case
• Serial Number: S990985
• Manufacture Date: 1979