(ARCHIVE) Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998

Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998
Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Sunburst 1998

Fender Jaguar, sunburst, crafted in Japan 1997-00. This is a cool thing, through and through. The Jaguar debuted in 1962 as Fender's top-of-the-line offering, with a bunch of innovative specs like the Offset Vibrato tailpiece, dual circuit electronics and a pair of specially designed single coils. The perfectly balanced offset body shape and short scale slim neck make the Jag possibly the comfiest of all Fender genres; this one is a strong addition to that tradition and feels awesome in the hands. Sound wise, you've got options: you can pull thick, walloping punch out of the rhythm circuit, or flick to the lead for slice, chime and sparkle. Our tech  gave the electronics a clean out and replaced the jack, so it's in great order under the hood. The dark rosewood board, tort guard and classic sunburst finish make for a classy look too. Lots to like here.

Model: Fender Jaguar JG66-85
Made: Japan, 1997-00, Dyna Gakki factory
Serial: O084451
Finish: three tone sunburst, gloss poly
Body: alder
Neck: maple, rosewood fretboard, 24" scale, 7.25" scale, 43mm nut, slim vintage C shape
Weight: 3.770kg
Mods: output jack and bridge replaced
Pickups: Fender Japan JG-Single x2
Accessories: no trem arm, no case

Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. The headstock has dimples on the end and edges and a small dent on the front near the Fender decal. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, minor rub wear only. The back has dimples on the top horn, scuffs on the bottom horn, bottom corner and back edge and some scuffs and dimples in the elbow area. The sides have a small chip on the top horn, small chips and scuffs in the elbow area, scuffs near the jack and on  the bottom horn. The front has dent near the volume knob, scuffs around the tailpiece and elbow area, playwear on the guard and horns and some pitting on the chrome.
Overall: very good condition (7.5/10)

Playing condition notes: Action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good, truss rod works. All electronics tested and working properly. Wearing fresh 11/49 Moonshiners strings.
Fret life: 8/10, minor wear only

This listing is an archived entry. We love to look back and remember fondly what characters we've had through the store, so we keep them around for reference.