How to Date Your Dean Guitar Using the Serial Number Lookup

Are you trying to figure out when your Dean guitar was made? Look no further! In this article, we'll walk you through the process of dating a Fender guitar using its serial number lookup.

First things first, you need to locate the serial number on your guitar. The most common place to find it is on the back of the neck where it joins the body. You can also check the top of the neck called the headstock or in the middle of the body where the strings attach, known as the bridge plate.

Once you've found the serial number, you'll need to decode it to determine when your guitar was made. Fender serial numbers are not always consecutive, and plates are easily swapped out using a screwdriver. To make things easier for you, here's a brief overview of how to read Fender serial numbers:

* Preceding 'V' serial numbers (1982 onwards) are modern reissues, not vintage guitars.

* Numbers with a preceding '-' or '0' were likely made during 1957 or 1958.

* The square metal plate is called the neck plate.

Now that you know how to read your serial number, here's where you can take it further. You can check out our model-specific pages for a more detailed look at when your guitar was made. We also have a comprehensive list of Fender serial numbers for Stratocasters, Telecasters, Jazzmasters, and Jaguars made from 1950 until the 1980s.

For example, if you're trying to date a Dean guitar with a serial number starting with 'L', it's likely that your guitar was made between 19. If you have a guitar with a five-digit serial number on the bridge plate (1950-1954), you'll need to check out our model-specific pages for Telecaster, Broadcaster, Esquire, and Precision Bass.

By following these simple steps and consulting our resources, you'll be able to date your Dean guitar using its serial number lookup. Happy playing!

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