Fender Japan ST62-55 3TS 1987 #E744501

$827.00

Description

The popular ST62-55 model by Fender Japan, which follows the 1960s Stratocaster design, has arrived in Sunburst color. Manufactured in 1987, it weighs 3.52kg. The neck date reads "1-26-87," with an "STD-62" stamp, and a "55" sticker is affixed on the back of the headstock.

With the E-series and "MADE IN JAPAN" marking, the neck date matches the manufacturing year. Fender Japan products from this period were assembled and manufactured by Fujigen, delivering stable quality and excellent cost-performance, while realizing modern playing performance that adapts to various styles.

Looking at Fender Japan catalogs from that era, this model's body wood is listed as "Alder or Basswood." Perhaps they hadn't decided which? What is a craftsman's commitment, really? It's quite a vague specification, but we'll overlook it given the high quality.
The finish is clearly marked as polyester. It features a rosewood fingerboard with 21 frets. The color is deep and looks excellent. The pickups are marked as "Vintage PU×3 (Japan)." These are Japanese-made pickups. The tone controls work on the front and center positions, but not on the rear.

Apart from the 5-way switch and tremolo arm, all electrical components and parts appear to be original and function normally. The neck grip is a U-shape that's neither too thick nor too thin—perfectly designed for Japanese hands. It feels different from recent American Standards and American Professionals. We've performed setup work at our shop, and the current playing condition is excellent—perfect for players who want to play hard.

While I'm unsure from which year the term "Japan Vintage" applies, this is certainly a fine instrument that accurately inherits the essence of classic Fenders. It might be interesting to replace the pickups with your own preference. Finally, here is the description of this model from the Fender Japan catalog of that era:

"A Stratocaster with a rosewood fingerboard representing the Golden Age—the '62 version. Smooth and supple. The playing feel of rosewood, different in touch from maple. The U-shaped neck and other wood textures create subtle fingering nuances. Refined and tasteful. Rich and strong tone. The quarter-tone switching magic is but one small branch hidden in the ever-changing Stratocaster. A supreme item that silently speaks to the guitarist's skill."

【Accessories】Fender soft case, arm

【Appearance & Condition】Apart from dulling of parts, there are light scratches and small dents on the top, back, and sides, with overall signs of use.

【Truss Rod】Adequate room

【Frets】Approximately 70%

【Neck】Straight

【Nut Width】Approximately 42mm

・If buzzing, dead spots, or other issues significantly affecting playability are found, we will note them accordingly. In the absence of such notation, we determine the playing condition to be without problem.
・In the absence of specific notation such as "Original" or "Replaced," we make no definitive statements regarding specifications or condition.
・Regarding the truss rod, from a product protection standpoint, we only check approximately 45 degrees in both the tightening and loosening directions. (When "Adequate room" is noted, it indicates 45 degrees of room in both directions.)
・The listed contents are as of the time of listing. Changes may occur due to seasonality or age-related wear.
・Accessories are limited to those shown in photos and noted on the listing page.
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