Cool Z ZTL-M2R, ocean turquoise, made in Japan 2012. Cool Z is a house brand for major Japanese instrument retailers Shimamura Gakki, who have stores all over Japan. They're made at the legendary Fujigen Gakki plant, the very same factory that made all those famous Fender Japan guitars from 1982-96 as well as producing Ibanez Prestige and other beautiful overachievers to this day. This model is approximately Tele-flavoured, but with a few key differences that make it super playable. First, the classic T stuff: it's got a pair of tasty alnico V single coils, brass saddles and a simple switching setup, all on an alder body. But, there's a few fun twists: most notably, the neck is a Gibson-style 24.75" scale, carved to a slim C shape with a modern 9.5" radius and an 'easy access' heel joint. The body is slightly smaller than a regular Tele and it has both a belly and elbow carve, like a Strat. That makes for a very light and breezy playing feel: lightweight, excellent craftsmanship, super comfy and quick... it's so nice in the hands. The tone is juicy too: a little fatter through the lows than many T-style guitars, but with plenty of slice and clarity on top and an expansive, expressive midrange. It's great for singer-songwriter big rhythm or fingerstyle parts, but will happily hold it's own in rock, punk or emo territory too. The green is gorgeous: it has a lovely subtle pearl shimmer and a deep, summer-at-the-beach hue. The cheeky abalone-topped knobs are a fun little addition too. This is so much guitar for the cash it's silly, and it sure does look good to boot. 

Model: Cool Z ZTL-M2R
Made: Japan, 2012, Fujigen Gakki factory
Serial: E120961
Finish: ocean turquoise metallic, gloss poly
Body: alder
Neck: maple, rosewood board, 24.75" scale, 9.5" radius, moderate C shape
Weight: 3.405kg
Mods: knobs replaced
Pickups: TLD-FAT F/R single coil x2
Accessories: basic gig bag

Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. The headstock has some minor dents on the end. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, minor rub wear on the back only. The back has a couple of dents near the ferrules, in the elbow area and on the bottom horn, as well as along the back edge and middle of the body. The sides have minor scuffs on the top horn and some dimples in the elbow area and near the jack. The front has some light scuffs around the knobs and near the back edge as well as some play wear on the guard and horns.
Overall: very good condition (8/10)

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 strings.
Fret life: 8/10, minor wear only