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2010 Fender Jaguar Vintage Reissue Electric Guitar Candy Apple Red MIJ Japan

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Condition: Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Body Color: Candy Apple Red
Body Type: Solid String Configuration: 6 String
Dexterity: Right-Handed Brand: Fender
Model Year: 2010 Model: Jaguar Jg66
Items Included: Gigbag MPN: Does Not Apply
Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan UPC: Does not apply


Up for sale, a 2010 Fender Jaguar, model JG66 in excellent condition and in perfect working order. A faithful reissue of the Jaguar's original specs from the model's 1962 introductory year, this guitar features a stunning metalflake Candy Apple Red finish and matching headstock. Recently discontinued, this model was designed to be sold only in the Japanese domestic market, and it's rare to find this guitar outside its country of origin! 
For surfy snap and twang, it's hard to beat the Jaguar, a model adopted by a huge range of genres for its cutting Fender tone and easy playability. From the percussive clarity and snarl of the bridge position to warmer, darker tonalities at the neck, there's a surprisingly wide range of tones available on the Jaguar, which are further enhanced by the Rhythm Circuit on the lower bout (for even darker tones) and a bass cut switch on the hexagonal switch plate (for more thinned out, treble-centric sizzle). Weighing in at 8lbs 12oz and balancing well on a strap, this Jag has a solid acoustic resonance that translates well through the pickups. Professionally setup here at Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar where we specialize in Fender Offset instruments, this Jag plays very well with fresh 11-50 strings and low, comfortable action.The one-piece maple neck has a smooth gloss finish, medium C profile, and slab rosewood fretboard with pearloid dot inlays. The 24" scale neck retains its original, vintage style fretwire, which shows light wear beneath the plain strings on frets 1-5 and fainter flattening of the crowns beneath those same strings until roughly fret 9, yet the frets retain their full, original height and play cleanly up the neck with no buzzing or dead spots. The stock nut is intact as well, with a traditional 1 5/8" width, and the fretboard radius also matches vintage spec at 7 1/4". The headstock retains the original Gotoh, Kluson-style tuning machines and matches the body with a deep and vibrant shade of Candy Apple Red.All of the electronics are in good working order, with individual on/off switches for each pickup on the Lead Circuit, in addition to the bass cut (or "strangle switch") on/off toggle, and Master Volume and Tone knobs. The Rhythm Circuit has its own pair of Volume and Tone wheels in addition to the on/off toggle switch that engages this circuit, which adds a darker tone cap exclusively for use on the neck pickup. The chrome control plates are all in great shape, and the bridge has been upgraded to a Fender Mustang bridge for greater stability. The vibrato unit works well for surfy warbles and dives and comes complete with its vibrato arm.Cosmetically, this guitar looks stunning in its rare Candy Apple Red finish, and the matching headstock option is even more uncommon on these instruments. There are a few nicks and chips in the finish located near the rear strap button (seen in the included close up photo), but otherwise the guitar is remarkably clean with virtually no buckle rash or other wear to report!A gigbag is included (not pictured).
***We are dealers for the Mastery M1 bridge, Offset Vibrato, and Lollar Jaguar pickups, any or all of which can be installed prior to shipment for an additional charge***
Please check out our shop "Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar" on the web, and feel free to call us directly with any questions at 206.399.8518.Shipping in the continental USA will be $55, fully insured and shipped via FedEx Ground. Expedited shipping available for an additional fee at buyer's request. We will happily ship WORLDWIDE, but please contact us for an accurate international shipping quote before bidding or buying, as cost varies by buyer location.
International orders will be declared as “merchandise,” and the value of merchandise will be declared as the amount paid. We cannot declare anything as a gift or for a lesser value. No exceptions! The customer is responsible for all taxes and duty, which may be collected upon delivery, as well as any additional charges involved with import.We do our best to describe all items with honesty and accuracy, but to be sure, please contact us with any questions or concerns prior to bidding or buying. We require payment within 48 hours of auction end. In the unlikely event of a return, buyer pays all shipping costs. Your positive feedback and five star ratings are very important to us, and we appreciate your communication in resolving any issues!