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For Sale - Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster
Non-Export,
Premium Model, US Texas Special Pickups, Alder Body

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Apart from a handful of models (which are unique to Japan and therefore would not interfere with sales of US or Mexican models) Fender Japan are prevented from officially exporting to Europe or the US. What is made in Japan stays in Japan. This is what we are missing out on.....a '62 Reissue Stratocaster in Lake Placid blue. These are the specs:

Specification

Body Alder
Neck Maple one piece, Oval Shape, 324mm Scale
Fretboard Rosewood, 184mm/7.25in Radius
Frets 21, Vintage Style
Nut Width 42mm
Pickups Texas Special (U.S.A.) x3
Control&Switch 1 Vol, 2 Tone, 5 Way Switch - Aged
Bridge Diecast Block S5D Vintage
Machine Heads Kluson Style
Hardware Chrome
Pickguard 3-Ply White - Aged
Condition
This is a 1997-2000 Crafted in Japan 'O' serial. Apart from the chip on the top edge and a tiny mark on the bottom edge, condition is superb. It's clear that it has been well looked after - except for that one chip, which is reflected in the price I am asking for this guitar. If you are a player who wants a high spec Strat at a low spec price, and doesn't mind one small chip... this is a absolute bargain. In fact, a touch up with car paint should do the trick.   

There is no discernable fret wear and all controls work smoothly and without crackle. 

Comments

The previous owner fitted a new of 9s and set the guitar up before shipping it to me. I have to say that when I unpacked it, it played superbly straight out of the box. You can't often say that. The phrase 'rings like a bell' springs to mind.

Acoustically there is plenty of resonance and sustain. Plug in and all the same qualities are evident. Texas Specials really deliver whether you're playing clean or dirty and at low or high volume. 

This is quite an unusual colour and, with the aged plastic parts, gives the guitar a really classic, yet distinctive, look. Of course it sounds great too! 

Price including gigbag: £440.00

Contact me on 01992 523138 or by email

I suggest shipping via the Royal Mail's Special Delivery service which guarantees next day before noon delivery and includes insurance for £25.00. 

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