Fender Made in Japan Traditional '60s Telecaster Custom 2017 - California Blue - Pro Set Up w Perfect Fret/Action/Intonation!

Made in Japan Traditional '60s Telecaster Custom (2017)

California Blue

Serial: JD17030938

Luthier Measurements-

Nut Width: 1.66

Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: .87

Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: .90

Weight: 7.09lbs

Comes in a gig bag

$$$ It has just been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. It has low action with no buzzing. The frets are in perfect condition and polished to shine like a mirror, it is truly stage or studio ready/worthy. Including New Strings,  Perfect Intonation, Truss Rod Adjustment and Low Action Read Our Feedback and Rest Assured, The Dude Abides!

🌊 California Dreamin’ in Blue: 2017 Fender Japan Traditional ’60s Telecaster Custom  🌊

This stunning 2017 Fender Japan Traditional ’60s Telecaster Custom in California Blue is a head-turner that delivers classic Tele twang with premium Japanese craftsmanship and vintage-inspired details. The vibrant blue finish pops beautifully under the lights, giving this Tele a fresh, West Coast vibe while staying true to its ’60s roots.

Eye-Catching Looks with Honest Wear

The alder body features elegant white binding on the top and back for that Custom-series elegance and a refined, slightly slimmer body profile. The maple neck has a comfortable ’60s-style U-shape, paired with a rosewood fingerboard, vintage dot inlays, and 21 frets. Chrome hardware, three-saddle string-through bridge, and bone nut complete the authentic package.

In overall excellent condition, it shows light, honest play wear:

•  One small finish chip by the binding along the bottom edge

•  A few minor nicks in the topcoat and light surface scratches

These are purely cosmetic and typical for a well-loved 2017 guitar — they add character without affecting playability or structural integrity.

Professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability, this Tele is ready to gig or record straight out of the case. Low, smooth action, perfect intonation, and responsive frets make it a joy to play for hours. The vintage-style single-coil pickups deliver that signature Tele snap, bite, and sparkle — bright and articulate bridge for cutting leads and rhythms, warm and rounded neck for smooth cleans and bluesy leads. Blend them for endless classic and modern Tele tones.

Key Specs:

•  Body: Alder with top and back binding

•  Neck: Maple, bolt-on, comfortable U-profile

•  Fingerboard: Rosewood, 7.25” radius

•  Scale: 25.5” (648mm)

•  Pickups: Fender Vintage-Style Tele single-coils

•  Bridge: 3-saddle vintage-style, string-through body

•  Tuners: Vintage-style die-cast

•  Nut: Bone

•  Hardware: Chrome

Includes the original gig bag.

Fender Japan’s Traditional series is renowned for superior fit, finish, and attention to detail — often rivaling or exceeding USA models from the same era in build quality and playability. This California Blue Custom is a versatile, inspiring player’s guitar that looks as good as it sounds.

Ready to make some California magic? Serious players — message for more photos, video, or to arrange a play test. This beauty won’t stay available long!

Grab your slice of blue-sky Tele tone today. 🤘🎸​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Key Specs:

•  Body: Alder with top and back binding

•  Neck: Maple, bolt-on, comfortable U-profile

•  Fingerboard: Rosewood, 7.25” radius

•  Scale: 25.5” (648mm)

•  Pickups: Fender Vintage-Style Tele single-coils

•  Bridge: 3-saddle vintage-style, string-through body

•  Tuners: Vintage-style die-cast

•  Nut: Bone

•  Hardware: Chrome

Fender Japan’s Traditional series is renowned for superior fit, finish, and attention to detail — often rivaling or exceeding USA models from the same era in build quality and playability. This California Blue Custom is a versatile, inspiring player’s guitar that looks as good as it sounds.

Ready to make some California magic? Serious players — message for more photos, video, or to arrange a play test. This beauty won’t stay available long!

Grab your slice of blue-sky Tele tone today. 🤘🎸

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Product Specs:

Body

Alder

Body Finish

Gloss Polyester

Body Shape

Telecaster®

Bridge

3-Saddle Vintage-Style Strings-Through-Body Tele® with Threaded Steel Barrel Saddles

Bridge Pickup

Vintage-Style Single-Coil Tele®

Color

California Blue

Commodity Code

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Configuration

SS

Control Knobs

Knurled Flat-Top

Controls

Master Volume, Master Tone

Country Of Origin

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Dimensions

4.40x17.60x43.00 IN

Fingerboard

Rosewood

Fingerboard Radius

7.25" (184.1 mm)

Fret Size

Vintage-Style

Hardware Finish

Chrome

Model Name

MIJ Traditional 60s Telecaster® Custom, Rosewood Fingerboard, California Blue

Neck Finish

Gloss Urethane

Neck Material

Maple

Neck Pickup

Vintage-Style Single-Coil Tele®

Neck Shape

"U" Shape

Number of Frets

21

Nut Material

Bone

Nut Width

1.650" (42 mm)

Orientation

Right-Hand

Pickguard

3-Ply Mint Green

Pickup Configuration

SS

Pickup Switching

3-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups, Position 3. Neck Pickup

Position Inlays

White Dot

Scale Length

25.5" (648 mm)

Series

Made in Japan Traditional

String Nut

Bone

Strings

Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges)

Tuning Machines

Chrome Die-Cast

🔥 This guitar (or bass) has been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. Unless otherwise noted in the listing, It features low action with no buzzing or dead spots, perfect intonation, a brand-new set of American-made Ernie Ball strings, and a straight neck with a fully functional truss rod. Wr make sure all frets are leveled, dressed, crowned, and polished to a mirror shine. The fingerboard has been thoroughly cleaned (unfinished rosewood and ebony boards are treated with Fret Doctor, a premium all-natural oil). All electronics function flawlessly. The guitar has been deep-cleaned and detailed and arrives stage- or studio-ready. 🔥

About The Guitar Dude 

Three-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer worldwide. Specializing in premium Gibson, classic Fender guitars from all eras and the best Japanese made treasures. Known for the highest-quality consignment sales and custom layaway plans (available on select guitars and extendable beyond 45 days to fit your budget—contact us for details).  

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Consignment Services

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Our Guarantee  

We stand behind every guitar we sell. “Good enough” is never good enough. Every instrument is inspected, set up, and tested by multiple people immediately before shipping. We deliver the highest standard of quality and have built a reputation as a three-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer since 2009. The Dude Abides.  

Neck & Setup - (unless otherwise noted)

- Neck is perfectly straight with no truss-rod issues. 

- Intonation is spot-on.  

- Professionally set up with low action and new American-made strings.  

- All frets are dressed, leveled, crowned (if needed), and all frets on all guitars are polished to shine like new with no divots.  

Return Policy, Restocking Fees & No Tire-Kicking Policy 

We follow Reverb’s 7-day return policy. However:  

- You must notify us in writing within 3 days of delivery (per tracking) of your intent to return.  

- Original shipping and return shipping costs are not refunded unless the guitar is damaged in transit or is significantly not as described.  

- A 15% restocking fee applies to all returns for any reason other than damage in transit or significantly not as described.  

We do our best to honestly describe and photograph every guitar and most of the noticeable imperfections. That said, we are human, if something very small can be overseen, if tiny marks, dings or super fine scratches (normal wear) bother you, please don't buy.

We record demo videos of every guitar before shipping to document exact condition and performance. Additional photos, measurements, or in-hand descriptions are available upon request prior to purchase.  

Minor adjustments and tweaks to a set up (for example to correct a slight buzz or truss-rod tweak) are normal after shipping due to carrier mishandling the package, climate & atmospheric changes, especially when moving from South Florida to colder or less humid environments. These slight issues do not constitute “significantly not as described.” Guitars must be returned in the exact same condition as received/advertised or additional repair/restocking fees will apply.  

We are a small family owned and run business, not a big-chain retailer. We invest significant time, money and effort into every guitar. This is a NO TIRE-KICKING shop. There is no post purchase haggling, returns without restocking fees or partial refunds. If minor cosmetic marks, tiny imperfections, or the possibility of a post-shipping setup tweak makes you uncomfortable, please do not buy. Plenty of large retailers offer free trials and can absorb shipping costs—we do not.  

Payment, Shipping & International Duties  

- All items can be shipped internationally. Buyer is fully responsible for all import duties, taxes, and customs fees.  

- We accept PayPal, PayPal Credit, Affirm, and other major payment methods.  

- Most U.S. shipments are sent via UPS or FedEx with full insurance, tracking, and signature confirmation. All packages are professionally packed for maximum protection.  

International Shipping Note 

International shipping prices shown are for most countries. Certain countries have higher costs. We try and avoid USPS and mostly ship UPS, but USPS is the only available or reasonable carrier in certain situations. Express services (UPS, DHL, FedEx) are always available. We can’t under value merchandise as it can not be properly insured. If you would like to discuss different avenues, contact us by phone for a personalized quote.  

Thank you for considering The Guitar Dude. We look forward to earning your business and delivering a guitar that exceeds your expectations. Contact us anytime for questions, consignment inquiries, layaway details, or a personalized shipping quote.