For your consideration a 1997 American Stratocaster Hardtail in Natural.
 
We have played and considered a great number of late 90s Stratocasters. We would likely have walked past this guitar if we were not encouraged to pick it up and play it. This guitar is all Strat and there is something about a Hardtail that adds that extra punch to a Stratocaster. This guitar is light, weighing just over 7 lbs sounds great and is a great gigging guitar, you can play all day.
 
This guitar is based upon the natural finished 65 Strat Hardtail except the for 5 way switch and locking strap buttons. There is very little play wear and the rosewood board is a nice addition. There is a small scratch on the lower bout near the strap buttons, that is almost invisible against the finish. It comes with a G&G period case.
 
Some may find it a plain Jane, but it sings and can be played all day without killing your back.