Gavitt Vintage Cloth Push-Back Wire – 22AWG Pre-Tinned Guitar Hookup Wire (Per Foot) | Used in Fender Builds

Classic Look. Easy Install. Trusted by Pros.
Gavitt Vintage Cloth Push-Back Wire is the go-to hookup wire for guitarists, techs, and builders aiming for authentic Fender-style tone and aesthetics. With pre-tinned stranded copper and waxed cotton insulation, this wire is both flexible and durable—perfect for vintage reissues, boutique builds, and custom mods.
Key Features & Benefits:
No Stripping Needed – Push-Back Insulation
Eliminates the hassle of cutting or stripping insulation. Just push it back with your fingers to expose the conductor—ideal for fast soldering work.
Pre-Tinned 22AWG Stranded Copper
Easy-to-solder, vintage-correct wire that offers solid signal transmission. Great for tone retention and long-term reliability.
Vintage Fender-Style Construction
Faithfully replicates the materials and construction used in classic Fender guitars. Perfect for restorations or achieving that old-school mojo.
Waxed Braided Cotton Outer Insulation
Durable, flexible, and resistant to heat from soldering. Built to handle tight control cavities and vintage wiring routes.
Specs:
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Gauge: 22 AWG stranded tinned copper
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Insulation: White Celanese inner wrap, waxed braided cotton outer
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Style: Unshielded single-conductor push-back wire
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Sold per foot (QTY 1 = 1 foot)
Available Options:
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1ft Black
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1ft White
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1ft Yellow
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1 Set = 1ft each of Black, White, and Yellow
(Increase quantity to receive a continuous length.)
How Much Wire Do I Need?
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Full rewiring: 2ft white, 4ft black is a common baseline
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For mods or custom wiring: add 1 extra ft of each
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Always measure your guitar to confirm
What’s in the Box:
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Gavitt 22AWG Cloth-Covered Push-Back Wire (per quantity ordered)
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Is this wire pre-tinned?
A: Yes, the inner stranded copper wire is pre-tinned for easy soldering.
Q: Will I need to strip the insulation?
A: No. The cloth insulation simply pushes back—no stripping required.
Q: Can I use this for all guitar models?
A: This wire is commonly used in Fender builds but works well in any guitar wiring mod where unshielded hookup wire is needed.
Q: Do you sell it in one continuous piece?
A: Yes. We ship in one continuous length depending on the quantity ordered (e.g., QTY 5 = 5 feet).
Ideal For:
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Fender restorations and reissues
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DIY wiring projects
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Boutique guitar builds
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Tone purists and vintage gear fans
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