Made in Japan in 1974, the TE-500 was Greco's Thinline Telecaster Deluxe model. The original catalog lists these as featuring a semi-hollow white-ash body with a maple neck and a 21 fret maple fingerboard (42mm nut width, 628mm scale length), it weighs 3.6kg's.
The previous owner had this one professionally refinished in a beautiful navy blue metallic finish that sparkles in the light. They also had it modified with a new pickguard to house a pair of Dimarzio 209 P90 Super Distortions. Still features the original pots, wiring, bridge and tuners that all work perfectly.
Overall it's in very good vintage condition with basic signs of wear from general use. The finish is clear and shiny with a few cosmetic blemishes, the neck is straight with a functional truss and the frets appear original but are shiny and play smoothly.
