(ARCHIVE) Fender Japan Jaguar JG66-85 Black 2004
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Fender Jag, crafted in Japan 2004-5, black. What a sleek, sassy machine we have here. Jags are most commonly spotted in sunburst and candy apple red, the classy tuxedo white-on-black we have here is an unusual treat. It really does look amazing; the offset body is supremely slick surely destined for the stage. This one has had the original saddles switched for some tasty black Mustang style Graphtech saddles, saving the 'slippage' the original saddles sometimes experience and tying in nicely with the look. Tone-wise, the Jag-jangle is strong with this one: thick, plump juicy lows on the rhythm circuit, and when dialled in on the lead circuit, sparkly crisp highs with a heap of body and crunch to boot. Here's a dilemma: if you buy it, do you switch the guard for a black or tort option to highlight your dark side, or leave it minty to show you're too classy? Either way, you'll have the coolest dang guitar going around.
Model: Fender Jaguar (JG66-85)
Made: Japan, Dyna plant, 2004-5 (serial R070438)
Finish: gloss black, 3-ply mint guard
Body: alder
Neck: maple with rosewood board, 24" scale, 7.25" radius
Weight: 3.940kg
Mods: saddles replaced with Graphtech Mustang style
Pickup: Fender Japan JG-Single x2
Case: basic gig bag
Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. Headstock has some minor marks on the end and bottom edge. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, minor dimples on the back only. The back has a few dents near the middle and some light scuffs and surface scratches around the body. The sides have a few dimples on the top horn, shoulder and near the jack. The front is pretty clean, just some dimples near the jack and tailpiece and on the shoulder and some play wear on the guard and top horn. Overall: very good condition (8/10)
Playing condition notes: Action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good, truss rod works. Frets look awesome, freshly dressed and polished, 9/10 for fret life left. All electrics tested and working properly. Wearing fresh 11/49s.
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