Fender Vintera III Late '50s Telecaster MN, Sherwood Green Metallic

Full Description

Authentic late '50s Tele tone

Equipped with two vintage-style late '50s Telecaster single-coil pickups, this Vintera III model delivers the bright, cutting voice that established Fender's reputation worldwide. The bridge pickup produces tight low end, pronounced upper mids and unmistakable twang that cuts through any band mix with ease. Switch to the neck for smoother, rounded warmth that still retains impressive clarity and note definition. In the middle position, both pickups combine for a rich blend of bite and body that works brilliantly for rhythm and lead. It's a dynamic, touch-sensitive setup that responds beautifully to picking nuance and volume adjustments.

Distinctive late '50s "V" neck

The one-piece maple neck features an authentic late '50s "V" profile, offering a fuller feel that sits comfortably in the palm without feeling cumbersome. It's particularly well suited to thumb-over techniques and traditional chord grips, giving you that unmistakable vintage Fender hand feel. The 7.25" radius fingerboard reinforces the period-correct playing experience, while vintage tall frets provide slightly enhanced control for bends and vibrato. Together, they create a neck that feels substantial, responsive and inspiring for extended sessions.

Traditional Tele bridge snap

A 3-saddle vintage-style Tele bridge with steel barrel saddles delivers the unmistakable snap, resonance and sustain players associate with early Telecasters. The simple, time-tested construction enhances string-to-body transfer, contributing to lively attack and focused projection. Threaded steel saddles allow accurate string spacing adjustments while maintaining authentic tonal character. It's a crucial part of the Tele's unmistakable response, giving chords punch and single notes a cutting edge that stands out on stage and in the studio.

Vintage aesthetics and reliability

Finished in gloss Sherwood Green Metallic with a single-ply white pickguard and nickel/chrome hardware, this Tele blends classic design with bold visual flair. Fender vintage-style tuning machines provide dependable tuning stability while preserving the correct late '50s look. From the black dot inlays on the maple board to the knurled flat-top knobs and top hat switch tip, every detail reflects Fender's original design language. It's an instrument that looks, feels and performs like a true piece of golden-era craftsmanship.

Specifications

• Product Name: Fender Vintera III Late '50s Telecaster MN, Sherwood Green Metallic
• Product Code: 0149192346

Body

• Body Material: Alder
• Body Shape: Telecaster
• Body Finish: Gloss Polyester
• Body Style: Solid Body
• Colour: Sherwood Green Metallic
• Pickguard: 1-Ply White

Neck & Fretboard

• Neck Material: 1-Piece Maple
• Neck Construction: 4-Bolt Standard
• Neck Profile: Late '50s "V"
• Neck Finish: Gloss Urethane
• Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)
• Fingerboard Radius: 7.25" (184.1 mm)
• Number of Frets: 21
• Fret Size: Vintage Tall
• Inlays: Black Dot
• Side Dots: Black
• Nut Material: Bone
• Nut Width: 1.650" (42 mm)
• Truss Rod: Vintage-Style Butt Adjust

Hardware & Electronics

• Bridge: 3-Saddle Vintage-Style Tele with Steel Barrel Saddles
• Bridge Mounting: 4-Screw Vintage-Style
• Tuning Machines: Fender Vintage-Style
• Strap Buttons: Vintage-Style
• Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
• Bridge Pickup: Vintage-Style Late '50s Single-Coil Tele
• Neck Pickup: Vintage-Style Late '50s Single-Coil Tele
• Pickup Configuration: SS
• Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone
• Switching: 3-Position Blade
• Strings: Fender USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009–.042)