Fender Made in Japan Traditional 70s Stratocaster Surf Green 2017
Fender MIJ Trad 70s Strat, surf green, made in Japan 2017. It's very green, and that is a lovely thing. This model replaced Fender Japan's long running ST72 offerings, so you get some fun 70s style appointments: big headstock, bold black CBS era logos, bullet truss rod, three ply guard, block saddles and a moderately chunky U-shaped neck. It feels great in the hands: the neck is kinda fat, but not huge, lending the guitar a solid feel without it being heavy or clunky, and the hardware is simple but holds tune nicely. Plugged in, you get plenty of slice and snap, with a gritty growl on the bridge pickup, a shimmery weight on the neck pickup and an abundance of quack and plonk on the in-between positions. The new version of this model only comes in a natural gloss in Aus, so if you're after a cool green chiller with the fun big headstock, here's your shot.
Model: Fender Made in Japan Traditional 70s Stratocaster
Made: Japan, 2017, Dyna Gakki factory
Serial: JD17031191
Finish: surf green, gloss poly
Body: basswood
Neck: maple, rosewood fretboard, 25.5" scale, 7.25" radius, 70s U shape
Weight: 3.440kg
Mods: none
Pickups: Fender Japan ST-Current single coil x3
Accessories: Fender gig bag, trem arm, docs
Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. The headstock has scuffs on the end and dimples on the top edges. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, minor dimples on the back only. The back has minor scuffs on the top horn and back edge. The sides have dimples on the top horn and near the jack. The front has scuffs around the jack and bridge, dimples along the back edge and some play wear on the guard and horns.
Overall: excellent condition (9/10)
Playing condition notes: Action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good, truss rod works. All electronics tested and working properly. Wearing fresh 10/46 Moonshiners strings.
Fret life: 8/10, minor wear only