{"product_id":"2023-fender-japan-mij-fsr-traditional-ii-60s-jazzmaster-ki-23-sherwood-green-matching-headstock-gig-bag","title":"2023 Fender Japan MIJ FSR Traditional II '60s Jazzmaster KI-23 Sherwood Green Matching Headstock Gig Bag","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Sale: 2023 Fender Japan MIJ FSR Traditional II '60s Jazzmaster KI-23 Sherwood Green Metallic Matching Headstock w\/ Gig Bag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp for sale is a 2023 Fender Factory Special Run (FSR) Made in Japan Traditional II '60s Jazzmaster KI-23 in the stunning \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSherwood Green Metallic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e finish, complete with its original Fender gig bag.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduced exclusively for the Japanese domestic market, the KI-23 is one of the most desirable modern Jazzmasters to come out of Fender Japan. While it faithfully captures the look and feel of a mid-'60s Jazzmaster, this Factory Special Run incorporates several premium upgrades over the standard Traditional II model, including an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ealder body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebound rosewood fingerboard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ematching Sherwood Green Metallic headstock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, upgraded electronics, and a factory \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMustang-style bridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for improved tuning stability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Sherwood Green Metallic finish is truly the centerpiece of this guitar. Rich and elegant, it shifts beautifully under different lighting, revealing deep emerald hues and brilliant metallic highlights. Combined with the matching painted headstock, bound fingerboard, and chrome hardware, it has a refined custom-shop appearance that's every bit as impressive in person as it is in photos.\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\u003eExcellent – 9.5\/10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight surface scratches from careful handling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA few tiny dings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal protective plastic is still on the pickguard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExceptionally clean overall\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\u003eThe guitar is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% original\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with no cracks, breaks, repairs, or structural issues.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe neck is straight, the original frets are in excellent condition with virtually no wear, and the guitar has been professionally inspected and set up by our in-house luthier. It plays effortlessly with low action, excellent intonation, and no buzzing or dead spots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original Fender gig bag is included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel: Fender Japan FSR Traditional II '60s Jazzmaster KI-23\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear: 2023\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan (MIJ)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese Domestic Market (JDM) Exclusive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerial Number: JD23025380\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish: Sherwood Green Metallic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatching Painted Headstock\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\u003eNeck Profile: U Shape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerboard: Bound 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: 25.5\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrets: 21 Medium Jumbo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNut: Bone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNut Width: 1.62\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Depth: .87\" at the 1st Fret\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck Depth: .92\" at the 12th Fret\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePickups: Fender Vintage-Style Jazzmaster Single-Coils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControls: Traditional Lead \u0026amp; Rhythm Circuits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSwitching: 3-Way Toggle with Rhythm Circuit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBridge: Mustang-Style Bridge with Barrel Saddles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTremolo: Vintage-Style Floating Tremolo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTuners: Vintage-Style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardware: Chrome\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 7 lbs 6 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase: Original Fender 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\u003eThe KI-23 Factory Special Run stands apart from the standard Traditional II series thanks to a number of carefully selected upgrades that make it one of Fender Japan's finest modern Jazzmasters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike the standard basswood-bodied Traditional II, the KI-23 features an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ealder body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, giving the guitar a slightly fuller, more balanced voice while remaining lightweight and resonant. Fender also upgraded the electronics with premium CTS potentiometers and higher-quality switching components for smoother operation and long-term reliability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe vintage-style Jazzmaster pickups deliver everything enthusiasts expect from a classic offset—wide frequency response, warm lows, articulate mids, sparkling highs, and exceptional note separation. The traditional lead and rhythm circuits provide a tremendous range of usable tones, from bright, cutting surf sounds to warm, mellow jazz textures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnother welcome improvement is the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efactory Mustang-style bridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. By replacing the traditional threaded saddles with solid barrel saddles, Fender significantly improves tuning stability, sustain, and overall reliability while retaining the signature floating Jazzmaster vibrato feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVisually, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSherwood Green Metallic finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e paired with the matching painted headstock transforms the guitar into something truly special. It's a finish rarely seen outside limited Japanese-market instruments and has become one of the most sought-after colors offered by Fender Japan in recent years.\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 Jazzmaster delivers everything players love about the classic offset design while adding several refinements that make it an outstanding modern player's instrument.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe alder body provides excellent resonance and balance, while the vintage-style pickups produce rich harmonic overtones, piano-like lows, sparkling highs, and the unmistakable airy character that has made the Jazzmaster a favorite among surf, indie, shoegaze, alternative, jazz, blues, and experimental players for decades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe comfortable U-shaped neck feels substantial without being oversized, while the vintage-correct \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7.25\" radius\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e offers the familiar feel of a classic Fender from the 1960s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt just \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7 lbs 6 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this guitar is lightweight, perfectly balanced, and exceptionally comfortable whether you're recording, rehearsing, or performing live.\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 exact instrument—no stock photos.\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 highlight every cosmetic imperfection.\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 our guitars often 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, so you can buy with complete confidence.\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 2023 Fender Japan MIJ FSR Traditional II '60s Jazzmaster KI-23 is one of Fender Japan's finest recent Factory Special Runs. 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