The 51 Broadcaster We are happy to offer the following that to many is one of the rarest and most desired off all Fender vintage models, produced between the years of 1950 - 1951 it was the for-runner to the Fender Telecaster , details as follows Fender Broadcaster 1951 Serial 888 ( Broadcaster ran on 000x - 08xx ) Blonde Maple Neck Black Guard Flat Head Screws Original Thermometer Case Internally / Externally Original Later Body and Neck Finish ( Correct Cellulose Laquer ) Broadcaster / Telecaster History The original Fender Broadcaster was Launched by Fender in 1950 although due to Trademark Disputes with the Gretsch Company ( Grestch had a Broadcaster Model ) it was later Renamed Telecaster Comments The above instrument is one of the rarest of all Fender Instruments with fully original examples commanding in excess of £100,000 +++ ALL EU PURCHASES ARE DELIVERED WITH TAXES AND DUTIES PAID All purchases include EU Taxes / Duties paid , ie nothing further is due on receipt of goods to any EU State. WHY BUY FROM US We are one of the world's leading specialists in used and vintage gear with over 30 years of experience. Prior to shipping each item will be fully serviced and professionally packed SELL - TRADE - CONSIGN If you are looking to sell, trade or consign any of your classic gear please contact us by message. WORLDWIDE COLLECTION - DELIVERY We offer personal delivery and collection services worldwide with offices/locations in London, Amsterdam and Chicago. VALUATION SERVICE If you require a valuation of any of your classic year please forward a brief description and pictures and we will come back to your ASAP.