u/Bretterick1028

So I want to build a tele and looking to go as cheap as possible for my first build as I have zero experience and I’m really just doing this as a hobby. I want to avoid building a neck as that seems beyond my capabilities at present.

Figured I’d buy a used Squier neck. Wanted to avoid the no name stuff I’m seeing on eBay as I don’t want to get into a situation where dimensions aren’t right for the neck pocket. However I’m struggling to find a used Squier neck for much less than like $80-$90. When I take into account buying all the electronics and hardware (also looking on eBay) and I’m almost at the cost of a new Squier Affinity ($250).

I’m now pivoting to thinking I’d just buy a new one, take off all the parts I need for my build, and sell the body. Does this seem like a viable option, or am I missing out on some places to buy parts that would let me do this for less?

Thanks!

Edited for more context: I want to learn to build guitars for fun, I intend on building the body but not the neck for my first build. The end result is not necessarily to have a tele to play but to learn some things along the way without spending too much as I’m sure my first project will not be all that great.