This started life as a Surf Pearl but I sent it on a trip back to the '60's. This is how it came back...
I am very happy with the outcome. I was concerned about the quality of the wood under a solid paint job but this alder shows some nice grain and character.
Nice! If that combination was a standard offering from Fender, then I would certainly go out and buy one today.
That was my feeling initially but jumped on the Adorama $399. sale back then and that helped make the refinishing more economical/justifiable (at least to me) .