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1968 Stratocaster Specs: Headstock logo decal changes to larger, black, curved logo with two patent numbers: 2,741,146 and 3,143,028 and decal is now under the finish instead of above. Kluson Deluxe tuners replaced by "F" style tuners. Polyurethane slowly replaces nitro-cellulose finish (except on the front of the headstock).

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