Fender ST62-70TX '62 Stratocaster Reissue w Texas Special Pickups (SRV) Crafted in Japan - Pro Set Up w Perfect Frets/Action/Intonation!

$950.00 $1,062.00

Circa 1997-2000 Fender Stratocaster ST62-70TX

Three Tone Sunburst Finish

USA Texas Special Pickups - Ala SRV Strat

Weight: 7 lbs 11 oz's

Nut: 1.64

.86 & .95 (1st & 12th)
Serial number: O068530
Crafted in Japan (Tokai Gakki)
Comes in Original Fender Gig Bag w Trem Bar


$$$ 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!


Time Warp Tone Machine: 1962 Fender Stratocaster Reissue in Three Tone Sunburst – Japanese Crafted Firebreather Ready to Ignite Your Riffs!


Yo, Strat fanatics and six-string sorcerers! Buckle up, because this ain't your grandpa's garage find – it's a jaw-dropping 1962 Fender Stratocaster reissue, straight from the masterful hands at Japan's Tokai Gakki Factory, cloaked in a classic sunburst finish that gleams like an Arizona sunset under stage lights. Don't be fooled by its elegant, classy vibe; this Strat's got a wild side, fiery and rough, primed to dive headfirst into sonic chaos and emerge victorious.


Let's geek out on the specs: The lightweight alder body resonates like a thunderclap, boasting that classic '62 carve and body contours for spot-on period authenticity – comfy as your favorite worn-in jeans, yet buzzing with energy that'll make your amps sing hallelujahs. Slide your hand along the one-piece maple neck with its smooth oval profile, topped by a lush dark rosewood slab fretboard rocking a vintage 7.25" radius and 21 vintage-style frets that feel like butter under your fingers. This neck? It's a dream – straight as an arrow, sets up like a pro, and plays so effortlessly it rivals (and often outshines) the priciest USA-made reissues. Whether you're bending bluesy notes or shredding solos, it'll keep up with your wildest whims without a hitch.


But oh, the sound – that's where the magic explodes! Loaded with scorching Texas Special Pickups, these bad boys are over-wound for extra output punch, crafted with alnico 5 magnets and enamel-coated magnet wire to deliver killer midrange bite, sparkling crystalline highs, and a bass response so tight it'll slap you awake. Crank it for cool, spicy blues that simmer with soul, or dial up the dirt for hard-hitting rock riffs that'll shake the rafters. This tone beast is a total chameleon: rock out with the boys in arena anthems, go honky-tonkin' under neon lights with the ladies, or mix it up with gritty rhythm and blues that drips with attitude. Versatile? Hell yeah – it's your all-in-one weapon for any genre showdown.


Fresh from a professional setup at The Guitar Dude HQ, where it earned rave reviews for its optimal tone and playability, this Strat's gig-ready and itching for action. No fuss, no muss – just pure, unadulterated mojo that'll make you the envy of every fretboard fiend in the room.


Don't let this swanky '62 time capsule slip away! Snag it now and turn your jams into legends. DM me before another tone hound steals the spotlight! 🎸🔥⚡


A Japanese-mastered homage to Fender's golden era, blending vintage vibes with Texas-tinged fury. Essential for collectors, blues bosses, or anyone craving that authentic Strat swagger – this is your ticket to tone nirvana!


A Fender Japan ST62-70TX in Vintage White features an alder body, 21-fret rosewood fingerboard on a maple neck, and is powered by Fender USA Texas Special single-coil pickups. This 1962 reissue, crafted during the CIJ (Crafted in Japan) era, includes a 7.25" radius, 3-ply pickguard, and vintage-style hardware, including a "small" headstock and synchronized tremolo. 


Condition: Very good to excellent for its age and player friendly with a few light scratches (including one on the back of the neck) and small dings but overall great shape. (see pics)

Key Specifications (1997-2000 Period):

  • Model: ST62-70TX (1962 Reissue)
  • Body: Alder
  • Neck: Maple, Oval Type Profile
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood (7.25" radius)
  • Pickups: Fender USA Texas Special Single-Coils (Staggered poles)
  • Frets: 21 Vintage Frets
  • Bridge: Diecast Block S5D Vintage-style Synchronized Tremolo
  • Nut Width: 42 mm
  • Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)
  • Controls: 5-way Selector, 1 Volume, 2 Tone
  • Pickguard: 3-ply Mint Green/Parchment
  • Machine Heads: Gotoh Vintage-style
  • Finish: Vintage White (often with a "mint" tint to plastics)
  • Made In: Japan (CIJ - Crafted in Japan) 



🔥This guitar 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 strings, and a straight neck with a fully functional truss rod. If needed the frets have been 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).  

Often copied, never duplicated. Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for beautiful guitar content. Like what you see? Let us go to work for you. @TheGuitarDude


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 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 business, not a big-chain retailer. We invest significant time and effort into every guitar. This is a NO TIRE-KICKING shop. There is no post purchase haggling 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. Express services (UPS, DHL, FedEx) are always available. Contact us 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.

Circa 1997-2000 Fender Stratocaster ST62-70TX

Three Tone Sunburst Finish

USA Texas Special Pickups - Ala SRV Strat

Weight: 7 lbs 11 oz's

Nut: 1.64

.86 & .95 (1st & 12th)
Serial number: O068530
Crafted in Japan (Tokai Gakki)
Comes in Original Fender Gig Bag w Trem Bar


$$$ 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!


Time Warp Tone Machine: 1962 Fender Stratocaster Reissue in Three Tone Sunburst – Japanese Crafted Firebreather Ready to Ignite Your Riffs!


Yo, Strat fanatics and six-string sorcerers! Buckle up, because this ain't your grandpa's garage find – it's a jaw-dropping 1962 Fender Stratocaster reissue, straight from the masterful hands at Japan's Tokai Gakki Factory, cloaked in a classic sunburst finish that gleams like an Arizona sunset under stage lights. Don't be fooled by its elegant, classy vibe; this Strat's got a wild side, fiery and rough, primed to dive headfirst into sonic chaos and emerge victorious.


Let's geek out on the specs: The lightweight alder body resonates like a thunderclap, boasting that classic '62 carve and body contours for spot-on period authenticity – comfy as your favorite worn-in jeans, yet buzzing with energy that'll make your amps sing hallelujahs. Slide your hand along the one-piece maple neck with its smooth oval profile, topped by a lush dark rosewood slab fretboard rocking a vintage 7.25" radius and 21 vintage-style frets that feel like butter under your fingers. This neck? It's a dream – straight as an arrow, sets up like a pro, and plays so effortlessly it rivals (and often outshines) the priciest USA-made reissues. Whether you're bending bluesy notes or shredding solos, it'll keep up with your wildest whims without a hitch.


But oh, the sound – that's where the magic explodes! Loaded with scorching Texas Special Pickups, these bad boys are over-wound for extra output punch, crafted with alnico 5 magnets and enamel-coated magnet wire to deliver killer midrange bite, sparkling crystalline highs, and a bass response so tight it'll slap you awake. Crank it for cool, spicy blues that simmer with soul, or dial up the dirt for hard-hitting rock riffs that'll shake the rafters. This tone beast is a total chameleon: rock out with the boys in arena anthems, go honky-tonkin' under neon lights with the ladies, or mix it up with gritty rhythm and blues that drips with attitude. Versatile? Hell yeah – it's your all-in-one weapon for any genre showdown.


Fresh from a professional setup at The Guitar Dude HQ, where it earned rave reviews for its optimal tone and playability, this Strat's gig-ready and itching for action. No fuss, no muss – just pure, unadulterated mojo that'll make you the envy of every fretboard fiend in the room.


Don't let this swanky '62 time capsule slip away! Snag it now and turn your jams into legends. DM me before another tone hound steals the spotlight! 🎸🔥⚡


A Japanese-mastered homage to Fender's golden era, blending vintage vibes with Texas-tinged fury. Essential for collectors, blues bosses, or anyone craving that authentic Strat swagger – this is your ticket to tone nirvana!


A Fender Japan ST62-70TX in Vintage White features an alder body, 21-fret rosewood fingerboard on a maple neck, and is powered by Fender USA Texas Special single-coil pickups. This 1962 reissue, crafted during the CIJ (Crafted in Japan) era, includes a 7.25" radius, 3-ply pickguard, and vintage-style hardware, including a "small" headstock and synchronized tremolo. 


Condition: Very good to excellent for its age and player friendly with a few light scratches (including one on the back of the neck) and small dings but overall great shape. (see pics)

Key Specifications (1997-2000 Period):

  • Model: ST62-70TX (1962 Reissue)
  • Body: Alder
  • Neck: Maple, Oval Type Profile
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood (7.25" radius)
  • Pickups: Fender USA Texas Special Single-Coils (Staggered poles)
  • Frets: 21 Vintage Frets
  • Bridge: Diecast Block S5D Vintage-style Synchronized Tremolo
  • Nut Width: 42 mm
  • Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)
  • Controls: 5-way Selector, 1 Volume, 2 Tone
  • Pickguard: 3-ply Mint Green/Parchment
  • Machine Heads: Gotoh Vintage-style
  • Finish: Vintage White (often with a "mint" tint to plastics)
  • Made In: Japan (CIJ - Crafted in Japan) 



🔥This guitar 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 strings, and a straight neck with a fully functional truss rod. If needed the frets have been 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).  

Often copied, never duplicated. Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for beautiful guitar content. Like what you see? Let us go to work for you. @TheGuitarDude


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 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 business, not a big-chain retailer. We invest significant time and effort into every guitar. This is a NO TIRE-KICKING shop. There is no post purchase haggling 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. Express services (UPS, DHL, FedEx) are always available. Contact us 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.