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1986 Fender '72 Reissue Telecaster CTL-50R Made in Japan MIJ

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Fender / Reissue / vintage-inspired

1986 Fender '72 Reissue Telecaster CTL-50R Made in Japan MIJ

€1,273

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Last observed 18 Sept 2026. Last verified as available on the seller's page 2 Nov 2026. Confirm current availability with the seller.

Brand in listing
Fender
Category
Electric guitar
Condition
Used
Source country
Not specified
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Maker: Fender Model: Telecaster CTL-50R Condition: very good Description:  Here for your consideration is a 1986 Fender '72 Reissue Telecaster CTL-50R in very good condition! This one feels exceptionally nice! from the golden era of Japanese craftsmanship when Fender Japan was arguably making better guitars than here in USA. Although 40 years old this one remains very clean. The body shows some light surface marks and a few small dings on the top edge (see photo), but is otherwise in great shape. Back of neck is very clean with no notable damage or blemishes. Headstock shows some light marks along the edge but is otherwise clean. Fretboard is in excellent shape and frets show very minimal wear with lots of life left in them. Hardware is in great shape for its age and features Gotoh tuning machines. Electronics work great and pickups sound fantastic! An incredible playing tele that remains in great shape despite its age. Has been fully inspected and set up by our tech and ready for a new home. Includes hard case. See below for a list of specs and info. Weight: 8lb  Pickup Values: Neck 6.82k, Bridge 6.02k Neck: C Shape,  7.25" Radius 1st Fret .819 12th Fret .886 Nut Width: 1.65" From the web: The 1986 Fender Japan CTL-50R is a "Collector Series" '72 reissue Telecaster model manufactured at the renowned Fujigen factory. This model is part of the "E-Serial" era (roughly 1984–1987), a period often called the "Golden Era" of Fender Japan due to its high build quality that many players consider superior to American-made Fenders from the same time. Model Inspiration: Designed as a '72 reissue-style Telecaster. Body Material: Basswood Neck: Maple neck with a comfortable "C" profile and a rosewood fingerboard. Electronics: Equipped with two original Fender Japan single-coil pickups, a 3-way selector switch, and master volume and tone controls. Hardware: Vintage-style 3-saddle bridge with string-through-body design and Gotoh tuning machines.

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