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National FT-440 Finger Talker Blonde 1970s

National FT-440 Finger Talker Blonde 1970s

Description

The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please visit our Lincoln Avenue showroom or call to speak to one of our Used and Vintage experts.
Finish Details: Original
Body Material: Plywood
Body Details: Solid plywood body. There is a filled hole on the top of the treble horn, likely from a strap button.
Neck Material: Laminate
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Neck Profile: "C" profile
Neck Thickness (IN): .87" (1st fret), 1.02" (12th fret)
Fingerboard Radius: 9.50"
Nut Width: 1-5/8"
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Neck Details: Bolt-on neck constructed from laminated maple, unbound rosewood fretboard, dot inlays, zero fret, and headstock truss rod adjustment
Electronics: Original single coil pickups, with 3-way toggle selector switch and master volume/tone controls. The tone pot has been replaced, and the original components lack date codes.
Pickup Measurements: 9.7k (neck), 8.7k (bridge)
Hardware: The knobs have been replaced.
Weight: 7lbs 12oz
Modifications/Repairs: The tone pot has been replaced. The knobs have been replaced.
Case Details: Gig Bag
Cosmetic Condition: The guitar has aged nicely, with small dents and dings on the edges and back of the body, and light scratches and other small blemishes throughout. The back of the body has a couple finish chips, while the back of the neck is glossy and smooth.
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are moderately low, with minor play wear present. This model dates from the early to mid-1970s.
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SKU: U4908355707

Description

The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please visit our Lincoln Avenue showroom or call to speak to one of our Used and Vintage experts.
Finish Details: Original
Body Material: Plywood
Body Details: Solid plywood body. There is a filled hole on the top of the treble horn, likely from a strap button.
Neck Material: Laminate
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Neck Profile: "C" profile
Neck Thickness (IN): .87" (1st fret), 1.02" (12th fret)
Fingerboard Radius: 9.50"
Nut Width: 1-5/8"
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Neck Details: Bolt-on neck constructed from laminated maple, unbound rosewood fretboard, dot inlays, zero fret, and headstock truss rod adjustment
Electronics: Original single coil pickups, with 3-way toggle selector switch and master volume/tone controls. The tone pot has been replaced, and the original components lack date codes.
Pickup Measurements: 9.7k (neck), 8.7k (bridge)
Hardware: The knobs have been replaced.
Weight: 7lbs 12oz
Modifications/Repairs: The tone pot has been replaced. The knobs have been replaced.
Case Details: Gig Bag
Cosmetic Condition: The guitar has aged nicely, with small dents and dings on the edges and back of the body, and light scratches and other small blemishes throughout. The back of the body has a couple finish chips, while the back of the neck is glossy and smooth.
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are moderately low, with minor play wear present. This model dates from the early to mid-1970s.