SOLD 12/2021! There was a time when Fender USA basses lost their mojo but by the early 2000's it seemed to be coming back. The late 2000's are one of my favorite eras for consistency and quality. Maybe 10 more years from now the late 2000's will be regarded as a Golden Age. Maybe not, but that's not the point. You've got a beautiful sunburst finish with a maple neck that feels like it's from 1971 just before they started getting a little too 'clubby'. The tortoise guard makes for a great look. Nice & quiet with a perfect neck, weighs just under 9 lbs and it comes with the original hard case.