{"product_id":"1985-fernandes-fst-stratocaster-type-mij-japan-teal-refinished-w-soft-case","title":"1985 Fernandes FST Stratocaster Type MIJ Japan Teal Refinished w\/ Soft Case","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReverty Used Guitars Japan — every instrument inspected, set up, and played before listing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1985 Fernandes FST Series Stratocaster Type - Made in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Japanese-made Stratocaster-type electric guitar from Fernandes, one of the most respected names of the Japanese vintage copy era. This example carries the Fernandes Corporation Ltd. decal on the headstock and Fernandes-branded enclosed tuners, and the neck heel is stamped 850401, a date stamp indicating 1985 production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body has been refinished in a deep teal green, giving the guitar a clean, understated look while keeping it firmly in player-grade territory. The vintage-style synchronized tremolo carries a MADE IN JAPAN stamp on the block, and the guitar is a straightforward three-single-coil, master volume \/ two tone layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e== SPECIFICATIONS ==\u003cbr\u003e- Model: FST Series, Stratocaster type (no model number marking found on the instrument)\u003cbr\u003e- Year: 1985 (neck heel date stamp 850401)\u003cbr\u003e- Country of Origin: Japan\u003cbr\u003e- Color: Teal Green (body refinished)\u003cbr\u003e- Neck: Maple, bolt-on\u003cbr\u003e- Fingerboard: Rosewood\u003cbr\u003e- Pickups: Three single coils\u003cbr\u003e- Controls: Master Volume, two Tone controls\u003cbr\u003e- Switch: Pickup selector switch\u003cbr\u003e- Bridge: Vintage-style synchronized tremolo (MADE IN JAPAN stamped on the block)\u003cbr\u003e- Tuners: Enclosed tuners with Fernandes logo\u003cbr\u003e- Weight: 3.85 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e== CONDITION ==\u003cbr\u003eOverall: Good\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Body: Refinished\u003cbr\u003e- Neck: Straight. One small ding on the side of the neck (does not affect playing)\u003cbr\u003e- Frets: Approximately 70-80% remaining\u003cbr\u003e- Hardware: Slight tarnish on the metal parts (vintage patina)\u003cbr\u003e- Other: The neck pickup height cannot be adjusted. The pickguard has been modified around the neck pocket area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll electronics function correctly and the guitar plays as intended. Please review all photos carefully for the exact cosmetic condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e== INCLUDED ==\u003cbr\u003e- Soft case (generic, not original)\u003cbr\u003e- No tremolo arm is included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e== WHY THIS GUITAR ==\u003cbr\u003eFernandes Stratocaster-type guitars from this period are well regarded for their solid Japanese woodworking and comfortable necks, and they remain far less hyped than the equivalent Tokai and Greco models. With a refinished body and a couple of honest modifications, this one is priced as a player's piece rather than a collector item - a genuine MIJ vintage instrument to be used rather than kept in a case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease feel free to message with any questions before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSETUP \u0026amp; INSPECTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCleaned, set up, and inspected by our luthier before shipping:\u003cbr\u003e- Neck relief and action adjusted\u003cbr\u003e- Frets and fingerboard cleaned\u003cbr\u003e- Intonation set\u003cbr\u003e- Tuners and electronics checked\u003cbr\u003eYour instrument arrives ready to play.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHIPPING FROM JAPAN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Shipped worldwide from Japan with full tracking and insurance\u003cbr\u003e- Carefully packed with protective wrapping, strings detuned to relieve neck tension in transit\u003cbr\u003e- Processed and shipped within 2-4 business days\u003cbr\u003ePlease message us with any questions before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Reverty Used Guitars Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50564382720242,"sku":"FER_BURNY_0920","price":62800.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/3113\/3426\/files\/01_7d086d39-fb96-49ae-ae5f-d8ea91f7e6d8.jpg?v=1790310062","url":"https:\/\/revertyjapan.com\/products\/1985-fernandes-fst-stratocaster-type-mij-japan-teal-refinished-w-soft-case","provider":"Reverty Used Guitars Japan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}