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Post subject: ST54-115 J Serial MIJ 1989 A good deal for $1100 (USD)
Posted: Thu Jan 31, 2019 12:53 pm
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Hi! I am relatively new to fender guitars, but I have heard 115 guitars are very good. I came across an ST54-115 Fender J serial guitar for 1100 USD, and I wanted the opinions of others first before I bought. If it is a good deal, what would I need to lookout for to spot a fake, and would it have an A stamp neck pocket. Thanks!


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Post subject: Re: ST54-115 J Serial MIJ 1989 A good deal for $1100 (USD)
Posted: Sun Feb 03, 2019 11:46 pm
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I wouldn't call $1100 for a MIJ '54 re-issue any bargain, and especially so if the body is basswood.

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Post subject: Re: ST54-115 J Serial MIJ 1989 A good deal for $1100 (USD)
Posted: Mon Feb 04, 2019 12:38 am
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Checked the yokochou brochures site; the body for a 1989 ST54-115 should be alder or white ash - if the body wood of a Strat is a factor. :wink:

But I agree, the price is a little on the high side in my opinion, too, even for a 115¥ top model. It could be justified if it's in near mint condition, and of course the price of MIJ's is very much depending on where it's sold.

For a legit check, pics on this forum might help. As for the stamp, if it's in red ink it points (only to some extent, though) to the guitar being legal.


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