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Or you could say, it's a fake, depending on your perspective.
The guy is obviously very skilled, and I don't think he's out to fool anyone but it doesn't seem to stop with the external features. IIRC, I've seen one of his creations, a 'replica' of a 60s Jazz, which had an authentic looking neck stamp.
There's potential for deception, whether intended or not, once an instrument has changed hands a few times over the years.
It's a Bravewood, not a Fender, and should be clearly labelled as such.
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is it soapbox time!!
if you knew anything about vintage fenders you would know it's not an original.
The date in the pickup cavity is the biggest giveaway.