{"product_id":"1997-fender-japan-cij-jg66-85-62-reissue-jaguar-3-tone-sunburst-gig-bag","title":"1997 Fender Japan CIJ JG66-85 ’62 Reissue Jaguar 3-Tone Sunburst Gig Bag","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Sale: 1997 Fender Japan CIJ JG66-85 ’62 Reissue Jaguar – 3-Tone Sunburst w\/ Gig Bag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp for sale is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1997 Fender Japan Crafted in Japan JG66-85 ’62 Reissue Jaguar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in classic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3-Tone Sunburst\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, complete with a gig bag.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt during Fender Japan’s highly regarded Crafted in Japan era, the JG66-85 is one of the more desirable vintage-style Jaguar reissues from this period. Featuring an alder body, maple neck, rosewood fingerboard, vintage 7.25\" radius, short 24\" scale, and original Fender Japan Jaguar single-coils, it delivers the unmistakable look, feel, and character that have made the Jaguar one of Fender’s most distinctive offset designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of the 3-Tone Sunburst finish, red tortoiseshell pickguard, and rosewood fingerboard gives this guitar a timeless early-’60s Fender appearance, while the unique Jaguar electronics and floating tremolo provide a playing experience completely different from a Stratocaster or Telecaster.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery Good – 8\/10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight scratches throughout from normal use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall dings throughout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTarnish and aging to the hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHonest cosmetic wear consistent with its age\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease review all photos carefully for the most accurate representation of condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno cracks, breaks, repairs, or structural issues\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe neck is straight and stable, and the frets are in excellent condition with plenty of life remaining. The guitar has also been professionally inspected and set up by our in-house luthier and plays cleanly up and down the neck with comfortable action, accurate intonation, and no buzzing or dead spots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA gig bag is included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel: Fender Japan JG66-85 ’62 Reissue Jaguar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear: 1997\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted in Japan (CIJ)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerial Number: O026939\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish: 3-Tone Sunburst\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody: Alder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck: Maple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerboard: Rosewood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRadius: 7.25\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale Length: 24\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrets: 22 Vintage-Style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNut Width: 1.67\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Depth: .82\" at the 1st Fret\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Depth: .95\" at the 12th Fret\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePickups: Original Fender Japan Jaguar Single-Coils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectronics: Traditional Jaguar Lead \u0026amp; Rhythm Circuits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBridge: Vintage-Style Jaguar Bridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTremolo: Floating Jaguar Tremolo with Tremolo Lock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePickguard: 3-Ply Red Tortoiseshell\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 8 lbs 6 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase: Gig Bag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectronics \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the defining features of the Jaguar is its unique \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edual-circuit electronics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and this JG66-85 retains the traditional layout that gives the model so much of its personality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lead circuit provides the bright, articulate Jaguar sound, with individual pickup switching and the distinctive bass-cut circuit that can produce an even sharper, more percussive attack.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSwitching to the separate rhythm circuit engages the neck pickup with its own volume and tone controls, producing a noticeably darker and warmer voice. Together, these controls give the Jaguar a surprisingly broad tonal range that goes far beyond its reputation as simply a surf guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24\" short scale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is another major part of the Jaguar experience. Compared with the 25.5\" scale of a Stratocaster or Telecaster, the shorter scale creates a softer, slinkier string feel that makes the guitar incredibly comfortable and fun to play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe floating tremolo system provides smooth, expressive vibrato and includes the traditional tremolo lock that is synonymous with the original Jaguar design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTone \u0026amp; Feel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis guitar delivers the unmistakable character of a vintage-style Jaguar—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebright, articulate, punchy, and slightly percussive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with excellent clarity and note separation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original Fender Japan Jaguar single-coils provide plenty of chime and attack, making the guitar equally at home playing surf, indie, alternative, shoegaze, punk, rock, and experimental music.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of the short 24\" scale, vintage \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7.25\" fingerboard radius\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and comfortable neck gives it an authentic old-school Fender feel. The shorter scale also makes bends easier and gives chords a distinctive response that separates the Jaguar from Fender’s longer-scale models.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 lbs 6 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the guitar feels substantial and nicely balanced without being excessively heavy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransparency \u0026amp; Photos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs with all Guitar Chimp listings, detailed photos are provided of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexact instrument—no stock photos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the end of the photo set, you’ll find close-up images taken under direct lighting to clearly highlight the scratches, dings, hardware tarnish, and other cosmetic wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe don’t just describe the condition—we show it in detail so there are no surprises.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMany customers tell us their guitars arrive in better condition than expected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Buy From Guitar Chimp?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith over 18 years of experience, Guitar Chimp is trusted by players and collectors worldwide for high-quality, player-ready instruments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery guitar is thoroughly inspected and professionally set up by our in-house luthier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are experts at shipping and have safely shipped thousands of guitars all over the world. Every instrument is professionally packed, fully insured, and shipped with signature confirmation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📞 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCall\/Text:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (801) 317-9013\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💬 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMessage anytime—we’re always happy to help!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1997 Fender Japan CIJ JG66-85 ’62 Reissue Jaguar in 3-Tone Sunburst\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a great-playing example from Fender Japan’s highly regarded Crafted in Japan era. With its alder body, rosewood fingerboard, original electronics, vintage 7.25\" radius, classic short-scale feel, and unmistakable Jaguar tone, it’s a fantastic choice for anyone looking for a vintage-inspired Japanese-built Fender offset.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🎸 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJerald – Guitar Chimp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProviding The Finest Guitars, Basses \u0026amp; Amps Since 2006\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42347998478391,"sku":"072726gtr8","price":1449.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1304\/0581\/files\/IMG_4936_3ea1d60a-498a-4912-bdce-d99a29f81217.jpg?v=1785628962","url":"https:\/\/guitarchimp.com\/products\/1997-fender-japan-cij-jg66-85-62-reissue-jaguar-3-tone-sunburst-gig-bag","provider":"Guitar Chimp","version":"1.0","type":"link"}