Although Mexican Fenders cam easily compete with US made instruments in terms of build quality, they also, strangely, tend to exhibit some pretty ugly hardware...
This is a 2010 Mexican Standard Telecaster. Check it out: It has a single piece (Yes, single piece!) maple neck with a late 60's-70's D shape profile, a Alder body veneered in maple both sides (and they really went to town on this!), US made sealed machine heads and... the ugliest 6 saddles bridge imaginable!?
Let's take a closer look!
There's nothing wrong with the bridge itself. It works the way it should and does quite a good job at that, it's just that I can't figure out why a £300 Squier has prettier hardware...
Another issue is the matt varnish on the neck.Thankfully, Peek is there for that!
Thankfully, Peek is there for that!
Peek is sold as a metal polisher. In effect,it works wonders on most painted surfaces and is just the ticket to give your favourite guitar the correct Fender sheen! As for the bridge, I'm going for a 70's style 3 saddle type!
When removing the old bridge, be careful not to interfere or damage any of the wiring.
Once all the pickup has been properly affixed to the new bridge, it should fit on the body without any issues.
The new bridge is on and the guitar is ready to be re-strung.
My Tele is finally starting to look the way a Telecaster should!
A closeup of the new bridge. It fits perfectly and perfectly compliments the guitar!
Thanks to Peek, the headstock and neck are looking an absolute treat too!
All texts and photos Fabrice Arfi/Kaiser Calavera ©2012. Reproduction by any means strictly forbidden.
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