Mid 50s Stringmaster question

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Mid 50s Stringmaster question

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Did Fender make Stringmasters in the mid-late 50s that had single necks AND 24” scale lengths?

I have a 55 single but it is 22 1/2” length.I haven’t seen any with 24”. My D8 and T8 are both 24”.

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Re: Mid 50s Stringmaster question

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No, the single necks are called Deluxes and they only came in short scale. Stringmasters came in 3 scale lengths.
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Re: Mid 50s Stringmaster question

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This 26" scale, made for some fierce slants on the lower frets.
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Re: Mid 50s Stringmaster question

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I have a 26" scale Stringmaster and I guess I didn't know better but have no problem with slants. :roll:
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