(ARCHIVE) Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010

Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010
Fender Japan '62 Stratocaster ST62 Sunburst 2010

Fender '62 Strat, sunburst, made in Japan 2010-11. This is a great little Strat, it just feels good. These '62 style Strats are blessed with a skinny, round C shape neck and, in this case, a glorious streaky rosewood board. It's an easy player, super fun to move around on and resonant and lively in the hands. The tone is classic-Strat: spanky and bright, balanced by an understated but complex midrange and a warm, controlled bass. The burst finish has a few little marks around the edges, but that just serves to mark this as a player, not a case-queen. If you're after a tasty little Strat, this one will surely tickle you nicely. Giggle giggle.

Model: Fender '62 Reissue Stratocaster (ST62)
Made: Japan, Dyna plant, 2010-11 (serial U004301)
Finish: three tone sunburst (3TS), 3-ply cream guard
Body: basswood
Neck: maple with rosewood board, 7.25" radius, 25.5" scale
Weight: 3.420kg
Mods: none
Pickups: Fender Japan ST-Single x3
Case: basic non original gig bag

Cosmetic condition notes: mild finish wear. Headstock and neck are pretty clean, no major marks. The back has a little chip up from the rear strap pin, otherwise it's just a few light scuffs around body. The sides have a couple of light scuffs on both horns and in the elbow area, as well as a little chip near the second tone knob. The front is pretty tidy, just some light scuffs near the jack and play wear on the guard and horn. Overall: good condition (7.5/10).

Playing condition notes: Neck is straight, action is low, intonation is good, truss rod works. All electronics tested and working properly. Frets have some minor wear, they're in pretty good shape; 8/10 for fret life left. Setup with fresh 10/46 Mooonshiners strings. 

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