For Sale: 2026 Fender FSR Japan MIJ Traditional II '60s Jazzmaster KI-23 Sherwood Green Metallic Matching Headstock w/ Hard-Shell Case

Up for sale is a 2026 Fender Factory Special Run (FSR) Made in Japan Traditional II '60s Jazzmaster KI-23 in stunning Sherwood Green Metallic, complete with a hard-shell case.

Built exclusively for the Japanese domestic market, the KI-23 is a highly sought-after Factory Special Run that blends vintage-correct Jazzmaster styling with several thoughtful performance upgrades. Featuring an alder body, bound rosewood fingerboard, matching Sherwood Green Metallic headstock, upgraded electronics, and a Mustang-style bridge, this model captures everything players love about a vintage Jazzmaster while improving stability and reliability.

The Sherwood Green Metallic finish is absolutely gorgeous, with incredible depth and richness that shifts beautifully as it catches the light. Paired with the matching painted headstock, it gives the guitar an unmistakably high-end custom appearance that immediately stands out from standard production Jazzmasters.

Condition

Excellent / Near Mint – 9.5/10

• Only light surface scratches
• Exceptionally clean overall

Please review all photos carefully for the most accurate representation of condition.

The guitar is all original with no cracks, breaks, repairs, or structural issues.

The neck is straight, the original frets are in excellent condition with virtually no wear, and the guitar has been professionally set up by our in-house luthier. It plays cleanly up and down the neck with low action, excellent intonation, and no buzzing or dead spots.

A hard-shell case is included.

Specifications

• Model: Fender Japan FSR Traditional II '60s Jazzmaster KI-23
• Year: 2026
• Made in Japan (MIJ)
• Serial Number: JD26009929
• Finish: Sherwood Green Metallic
• Body: Alder
• Neck: Maple
• Neck Profile: U Shape
• Fingerboard: Bound Rosewood
• Radius: 7.25"
• Scale Length: 25.5"
• Frets: 21 Medium Jumbo
• Nut: Bone
• Nut Width: 1.64"
• Neck Depth: .89" at the 1st Fret
• Neck Depth: .91" at the 12th Fret
• Pickups: Fender Vintage-Style Single-Coil Jazzmasters
• Controls: Traditional Lead & Rhythm Circuits
• Switching: 3-Way Toggle with Rhythm Circuit
• Bridge: Mustang-Style Bridge with Barrel Saddles
• Tremolo: Vintage-Style Floating Tremolo
• Tuners: Vintage-Style
• Hardware: Chrome
• Weight: 8 lbs 2 oz
• Case: Hard-Shell Case

Electronics & Features

The KI-23 FSR incorporates several desirable upgrades over a standard Traditional II Jazzmaster. Premium CTS pots and upgraded switching provide smooth, reliable operation, while the vintage-style pickups are based on Fender's celebrated mid-'60s Jazzmaster design, delivering exceptional clarity, warmth, and dynamic response.

Another welcome improvement is the factory Mustang-style bridge. By replacing the traditional threaded saddles with solid barrel saddles, Fender significantly improves tuning stability and sustain while retaining the classic Jazzmaster feel and floating tremolo system.

The real visual centerpiece, however, is the Sherwood Green Metallic finish. It has remarkable depth, changing from a rich emerald green to brilliant metallic highlights depending on the lighting. Combined with the matching painted headstock, it gives this guitar an upscale custom-shop aesthetic that's simply stunning in person.

Tone & Feel

This Jazzmaster delivers everything players love about the classic offset design.

The vintage-style pickups produce warm, piano-like lows, rich midrange, and sparkling highs with outstanding note separation. Whether you're playing surf, indie rock, shoegaze, jazz, blues, or alternative music, it has the unmistakable open, articulate voice that has made the Jazzmaster one of Fender's most beloved models.

The comfortable U-shaped neck feels substantial without being bulky, while the vintage 7.25" radius offers an authentic old-school Fender playing experience.

At 8 lbs 2 oz, the guitar balances beautifully and feels equally at home on stage or in the studio.

Transparency & Photos

As with all Guitar Chimp listings, detailed photos are provided of the exact instrument—no stock photos.

At the end of the photo set, you'll find close-up images taken under direct lighting to highlight any cosmetic 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.

Why Buy From Guitar Chimp?

With over 18 years of experience, Guitar Chimp is trusted by players and collectors worldwide for high-quality, player-ready instruments.

Every guitar is thoroughly inspected and professionally set up by our in-house luthier.

We have safely shipped thousands of guitars around the world. Every instrument is professionally packed, fully insured, and shipped with signature confirmation.

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This 2026 Fender Japan MIJ FSR Traditional II '60s Jazzmaster KI-23 is an exceptionally clean, near-mint example featuring one of Fender Japan's most beautiful finishes, upgraded vintage-inspired appointments, and the outstanding craftsmanship that continues to make these Factory Special Runs highly collectible.

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