UK Made Telecaster Style – Black Ashtray Bridge - Barnwood

One-Off Barnwood Guitar – Salvaged, Rewired, Reborn

This is no factory clone. It’s a one-off resurrection: a Telecaster silhouette, built from salvaged roofing timber, a bookcase, 1970s table leg, piece of 1970s skirting board, and other reclaimed materials. A true Rat Bait Guitars creation—raw, unrepeatable and full of soul.

Specs & Features

• Body: Tele-style, hand-built from reclaimed materials

• Neck: 22-fret maple, old-school profile, lightly nitro-finished for a broken-in vintage feel

• Electronics: Tele bridge pickup (crunchy) + neck pickup (warm), 3-way switch,black scratchplate

• Bridge:  Black ashtray bridge, 6 adjustment screws (for better setup)

• Hardware: Brand new 10mm machine heads, strap buttons

• Dimensions:

  • Scale length: 25.5″

  • Nut width: 42mm (1.656″)

  • Body thickness: approx. 44mm (±0.5mm)

Build Notes

• Hand-assembled from recycled material and new old stock parts

• Mid price range pickups that punch above their weight—expect vintage grit and twang

• Natural barnwood finish: imperfect, honest, and full of character

• Traces of old paintwork and light nitrocellulose highlights for added texture

• Built for players who value soul over symmetry

Identity

This Barnwood Telecaster is more than an instrument—it’s a statement. UK-made, eco-conscious, and unapologetically unique, it delivers classic Telecaster style with a sustainable twist. Perfect for musicians who want a guitar with history, grit and individuality. 

UK-made electric guitar by Rat Bait Guitars, crafted from recycled materials. This solid-bodied guitar features a natural colour with a maple neck, perfect for right-handed players looking for a classic Telecaster sound. With 22 frets and a 6-string configuration, this guitar is ideal for musicians seeking an instrument with a unique eco-friendly twist. The set includes a gig bag for added convenience, making it a versatile and sustainable choice for guitar enthusiasts.