Fender Made in Japan Traditional '70s Telecaster Ash CAR 2017 w/ Slusser Custom Hardware
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Fender Made in Japan Traditional '70s Telecaster Ash CAR 2017 w/ Slusser Custom Hardware
The first domestic arrival of a special Telecaster featuring custom parts from "Slusser Handmade Guitars" that our store commissioned and installed!
The "Made in Japan Traditional" series was created by fusing Fender's traditional instrument-making aesthetics with Japan's refined craftsmanship. This time, we've received the "Traditional '70s Telecaster," which recreates a 1970s Telecaster. The color is Candy Apple Red, manufactured in 2017.
Features a gloss polyester-finished ash body and rosewood fingerboard with 21 frets. The 7.25-inch radius "U" shape maple neck equipped with vintage-style frets provides classical playability.
The original pickup selected for this series, "Vintage-Style Single-Coil Tele," delivers authentic and musical vintage tones. The narrowly-designed nut width makes it comfortable to play for Japanese players. Solid guitar craftsmanship and flexible responses to player needs are reflected in this series.
Additionally, we've installed a Bigsby and equipped three custom parts from "Slusser Handmade Guitars," creating a special specification. Internal wiring has also been upgraded.
"Slusser Handmade Guitars" is a brand based in America that handcrafts high-quality Bigsby custom parts using premium stainless steel, aluminum, and brass metals. With the belief of "creating guitar parts that can be enjoyed for a lifetime," they deliver not only improved playability and durability, but also the beautiful texture of precision machining.
MION encountered Slusser products at NAMM SHOW 2025 and has decided to handle their parts and sell guitars equipped with them. This is the first such offering.
The Bigsby handle "Slusser Handmade Guitars Twizzel Stick Bigsby Handles" features a grip that is 1 inch longer and wider with a curved shape compared to the standard stainless steel "Kalamazoo" Bigsby handle. The edges are wrapped for added texture, and the ergonomic 3D shape makes vibrato operation even more enjoyable. The saddle features the specially-ordered "Tele Retrofit Custom Saddles." This unprecedented shape is sure to delight players. Additionally, the "Trad Neck Plate" is installed. The plate is cut out in the shape of a woodpecker, creating a charming look. A carefully crafted piece that combines durability and sound quality with playful design sensibility. None of these parts are officially sold domestically.
We invite you to experience the craftsmen's dedication to each part through handcrafted precision machining and the attention to detail that Slusser parts represent.
Body : Ash
Body Finish : Gloss Polyester
Bridge : Bigsby with Slusser Handmade Guitars Twizzel Stick Bigsby Handles, Tele Retro Fit Custom Saddle
Pickups : Vintage-Style Single-Coil Tele
Dimensions : 4.40x17.60x43.00 IN
Fingerboard : Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius : 7.25" (184.1 mm)
Fret Size : Vintage-Style
Hardware Finish : Chrome
Neck Finish : Gloss Polyester
Neck Material : Maple
Neck Shape : "U" Shape
Neck Plate : Slusser Trad Neck Plate
Number of Frets : 21
Nut Material : Bone
Nut Width : 1.615" (41.02 mm)
Pickguard : 3-Ply White
Scale Length : 25.5" (64.77 cm)
String Nut : Bone
Tuning Machines : Chrome Die-Cast
【Accessories】Fender soft case
【Appearance & Condition】Apart from tarnishing on parts and minor scratches, the instrument shows signs of use. Please note that original saddles and joint plates are not included.
【Truss Rod】Adequate clearance
【Frets】Approximately 80%~
【Neck】Straight
【Nut Width】Approximately 42mm
・If significant buzzing, fret buzz, or other issues that would impede playability are observed, they will be noted. In the absence of such notation, we determine that there are no issues with play condition.
・If "Original" or "Replacement" is not explicitly stated, we do not make definitive claims regarding specifications or condition.
・Regarding the truss rod, for product protection purposes, we only check approximately 45 degrees in both the tightening and loosening directions. (When noted as "adequate clearance," this indicates 45 degrees of clearance in both directions)
・The listed information is current at the time of listing. Changes may occur due to seasonal factors and aging.
・Accessories are limited to those shown in photos and listed on the product page.
・As this item is also sold at our storefront, it may be sold or under negotiation.
・We cannot accommodate specific delivery time slot requests.
・For any other questions or if you wish to try playing the instrument, please contact us via our inquiry form or email (mion-gakki@mion.tokyo).
・Our store hours are Friday through Sunday (11:00～18:30).