Go Back   TalkBass Forums > Bass Guitar Forums > Bass Guitar Forums > Basses [BG]
Register Rules/FAQ/CUP Members List Search Today's Posts Mark Forums Read



Supporting Membership
Thank You

Latest Supporting Member
Donate to Upgrade Today

Reply
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread
  #1  
Old 11-14-2012, 03:20 AM
Registered User
 
Join Date: Feb 2006
identify an early 1968 fender neck

Hello

how to identify an early 1968 fender neck ?
The stamp on the neck is 7 MAR 68 A
The plate is 248XXX
The pots numbers are 03/27/67
Tuning machines are ovale

Help me to find more details on the neck to be sure please.

Thanks
  #2  
Old 11-14-2012, 05:43 AM
Registered User
 
Join Date: Feb 2006
Hello again

I have some pics if it help..

Thanks
  #3  
Old 11-14-2012, 06:11 AM
Registered User
 
Join Date: Feb 2012
So post them, I'd guess that would be your best bet if you want anyone to give an accurate assessment.
  #4  
Old 11-14-2012, 06:55 AM
Registered User
 
Join Date: Feb 2006
Pics here
Attached Thumbnails
Click image for larger version

Name:	JB 1 4.jpg
Views:	49
Size:	341.9 KB
ID:	300051  Click image for larger version

Name:	JB 1.jpg
Views:	36
Size:	422.9 KB
ID:	300052  
  #5  
Old 11-14-2012, 08:41 AM
Registered User
 
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: Chicago
Looks legit to me from the outside. Tuners are correct- they used ovals between 66-67, but I've seen a few 68's with them too.

Legit. Especially if you claim it has a neck stamp.
__________________
"What's wrong with being sexy?"
  #6  
Old 11-14-2012, 09:06 AM
Registered User
 
Join Date: Feb 2006
thanks

How i can be sure if the stamp is correct or false ?

i can post a pic ..
Attached Thumbnails
Click image for larger version

Name:	JB 1 (1).jpg
Views:	27
Size:	103.5 KB
ID:	300064  
  #7  
Old 11-14-2012, 10:12 AM
Caca de Kick's Avatar
Sponsored by Jagermeister
 
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Seattle / Tacoma
Supporting Member
The early 68 headstock logo will have the "script" style, meaning it will have the metallic flake font with black border.
In mid 68 they switched to the "TV" logo which a heavy black font with a faint gold border.

Your pics look fine, nothing bogus I see. That neck stamp is the correct font.
__________________
www.highnoonhorizon.com
  #8  
Old 11-14-2012, 01:04 PM
Immigrant's Avatar
Registered User
 
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: West of Stumptown, USA
Supporting Member
The pictures made me feel funny. You know.

  #9  
Old 11-14-2012, 03:23 PM
Registered User
 
Join Date: Feb 2006
Thanks

This bass play like a dream
Reply


Thread Tools Search this Thread
Search this Thread:

Advanced Search

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

vB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are Off
Pingbacks are Off
Refbacks are Off

Visit TalkBass on Facebook   Download our iOS app   Download our Android app

All times are GMT -6. The time now is 02:35 AM.




© 2012 Talk Music Group Inc. All rights reserved.
Play guitar too? Visit TalkGuitar.com
Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.6.12
Copyright ©2000 - 2013, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.