For Sale: 1986 Fender Japan TL62-77G Telecaster Custom FMT – Rare Green Flame Maple Top | Gold Hardware | MIJ
Up for sale is an exceptionally rare 1986 Fender Japan TL62-77G Telecaster Custom FMT in Green Flame Maple Top, complete with a gig bag. Early Fender Japan instruments are legendary for their craftsmanship, and this double-bound, flame-top Telecaster is one of the standout MIJ models of the era. The green finish paired with factory gold hardware makes this one of the most striking Telecasters to come out of Fujigen.
Condition
Very Good – 8/10
This rare MIJ Telecaster shows light, honest wear from use:
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Light scratches and small dings
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Tarnish on the gold hardware
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Some finish checking at the neck joint (pictured)
Structurally solid and 100% original with no cracks, repairs, or modifications.
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Straight neck with excellent playability
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Original frets in excellent condition with no visible wear
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Recently professionally set up here at Guitar Chimp—no buzzing or dead spots
Specifications
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Serial Number: A051480
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Finish: Green Flame Maple Top (extremely rare)
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Body: Alder (double-bound)
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Neck Profile: C Shape
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Fingerboard: Rosewood
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Radius: 7.25" (vintage spec)
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Nut Width: 1.65"
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1st Fret Depth: 0.81"
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12th Fret Depth: 0.89"
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Pickups: Original Fender Japan Single-Coil Telecaster
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Weight: 8 lbs 4 oz
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Included: Gig bag
Tone & Playability
This TL62-77G delivers everything you want in a vintage-spec Tele: tight, articulate attack, warm midrange, and that unmistakable early-’60s clarity. The 7.25" radius and C-shaped neck profile make it comfortable and familiar for players who love vintage feel. The flame maple top and gold hardware elevate the aesthetic far beyond a standard Tele—even among MIJ models, this one is a standout.
Why This Telecaster Is Special
✅ Rare Green Flame Maple Top – one of the most sought-after finishes from early Fender Japan
✅ Double-bound body + gold hardware = premium vintage styling
✅ 100% original, no issues
✅ Vintage radius + early Fujigen craftsmanship = phenomenal feel
✅ Professionally set up and ready to play
Buy With Confidence
With over 17 years of experience, Guitar Chimp is trusted by players and collectors worldwide for clean, original, player-ready instruments. Every guitar is fully inspected and set up by our in-house luthier.
All photos are of the actual guitar—no stock images ever.
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Thanks for checking out this 1986 Fender Japan TL62-77G Telecaster Custom FMT Green Flame Maple Top. A true collector-grade MIJ piece ready for stage, studio, or display.
🎸 Jerald – Guitar Chimp




























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