For Sale: 1985 Fender Japan ST62-55 ’62 Reissue Stratocaster – 3-Tone Sunburst MIJ w/ Tweed HSC

Up for sale is a 1985 Fender Japan ST62-55 ’62 Reissue Stratocaster in 3-Tone Sunburst, complete with a non-original tweed hard-shell case.

This is a great example from Fender Japan’s early “golden era” period, built during the highly regarded Fujigen years. Based on a 1962 Stratocaster, the ST62-55 has become a favorite among players who want vintage-inspired looks and feel with the consistently strong craftsmanship that early Fender Japan instruments are known for.

This one has clearly been played over the years, but it remains a very solid, very good-playing guitar with a lot of character.

Condition

This guitar is in very good condition overall, especially for its age. It shows many scratches and dings throughout, along with general cosmetic wear from years of use. Please review all photos carefully for the most accurate representation of condition.

There are no cracks, breaks, or structural issues. The neck is straight, and the guitar plays well up and down the neck. The front tone pot has been replaced due to a past malfunction, but otherwise the guitar presents as a strong vintage player. It has also been recently professionally set up and is ready to go.

Specifications

Model: ST62-55 ’62 Reissue Stratocaster
Year: 1985
Made in Japan (MIJ)
Serial Number: A011081
Finish: 3-Tone Sunburst
Weight: 7 lbs 10 oz

Body: Basswood
Neck: Maple, Slim C / Oval Type Profile
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Radius: 7.25"
Frets: 21 Vintage-Style
Nut Width: 1.66"
Neck Depth: .81" at the 1st fret, .88" at the 12th fret
Pickups: 3 Original ST-Vintage Japan Single-Coils
Controls: 1 Volume, 2 Tone, 5-Way Selector
Bridge: Vintage-Style Tremolo
Tuners: Kluson-Style
Hardware: Chrome
Pickguard: 3-Ply White
Case: Non-Original Tweed Hard-Shell Case

The neck heel is dated 11-2-84, and the neck pocket is stamped STD-62, which lines up with this being an early Fujigen-built ST62 from the late 1984 / early 1985 period.

Tone & Feel

These early Fender Japan ST62 models are popular for good reason. They have a very comfortable vintage-style feel, and this one delivers the clear, lively Strat tones you would expect from a good ’62-style reissue. The 7.25" radius, rosewood board, and vintage-style frets give it a more traditional playing experience, while the three single-coils cover everything from clean, articulate tones to more driven classic Strat sounds.

Transparency & Photos

As with all Guitar Chimp listings, detailed photos are provided of the actual instrument. At the end of the photo set, you’ll find close-up images taken under direct lighting to highlight any wear. We don’t just describe the condition — we show it in detail so there are no surprises. Many customers tell us our guitars often arrive in better condition than expected.

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This 1985 Fender Japan ST62-55 ’62 Reissue Stratocaster is a great-playing early MIJ Strat with classic looks, lots of honest wear, and the kind of feel and build quality that have made these older Fender Japan guitars so respected.

🎸 Jerald – Guitar Chimp
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