1) Item Description:

Up for sale is a vintage Charvel SC-85 Surfcaster guitar, made in Japan.

This item shows some mild signs of cosmetic wear, but it is in very good condition considering its age.

This model, SC-85, especially one with Quilt Top, is extremely rare today, but here’s one looking for a new home!

If you are familiar with MIJ Surfcasters, we are sure you know how rare this model is these days.

SPECS:

Body: Basswood w/ Quilt Top

Scale: 648mm, 24f

Neck: Maple Bolt-on

Fingerboard: Rosewood w/ Shark Fin Inlay

Bridge: Tunamatic w/ Stop Bar

Pickup: LS-100, HC-560

Controls: 1V, 1T, 3-Way Toggle Switch

Hardware: Chrome

Finish: TAB

You can view a catalog here:

http://shop.speakrealjapanese.com/box/01_sc-85_1.JPG

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###The guitar will be carefully packed with plenty of bubble wrap and cushion and be shipped by Japan Post’s EMS (Express Mail Service).

Condition: Used (Please see the pictures.)

This item is used and shows some signs of age and cosmetic wear:

1) The frets have some mild wear from previous use, which is expected for an old guitar. 

2) Some discoloration (due to age) on the binding.

3) Some light blemishes, scratches, stains, dents and dings.

4) Some light wear and oxidation on the hardware.

5) A typical tiny hairline crack at the neck pocket.

In all, this Surfcaster shows some mild signs of cosmetic wear but still it’s in very good condition for its age.

Note:

The item pictured is the actual item that will be shipped to you.

This item is used and sold as-is.

A used soft case is included, but it's not an original Charvel case.

We reserve the right to end this listing at any time, since we sell it locally also.

Please review all pictures and judge the condition yourself before placing a bid or buying.

If you have any questions or would like to see more pictures, please contact us prior to placing a bid or buying.

Thank you.

2) Payment:

• We accept PayPal only.

• Please note that we will only ship to the address that is listed in PayPal.

• Item will be shipped within 3 “business” days after receiving full payment.

3) Shipping Information:

Shipping and Handling: Cost varies by buyer location

1) United States, Canada, Australia, Oceania, Central America, the Middle East: $107 USD

2) Europe (EU countries): $127 USD

3) South America and Africa: CONTACT US

4) Asia: $97 USD

• We ship WORLDWIDE from Ibaraki, Japan.

• We use EMS (Express Mail Service) for all international shipping.

• Please check the followings on the EMS Web site:

1) List of countries and areas:

http://www.post.japanpost.jp/int/ems/country/index_en.html

2) List of EMS size and weight limits:

http://www.post.japanpost.jp/int/ems/size/index_en.html

• Item will be insured (loss or damage).

• Once your order has been shipped, you will be provided with an EMS tracking number.

• By entering your tracking number on the EMS Web site, you can track your package. Here is the link to the EMS “Track & Trace Service” page:

http://tracking.post.japanpost.jp/service/jsp/refi/DP311-00100.jsp?locale=en

• Delivery usually takes 4 to 5 business days, but sometimes up to 14 days (two weeks).

• NO ADDRESS CHANGES after payment has been done.

• We do not lower the value on the invoice under any circumstances.

• Import duties, taxes, and charges are NOT included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Before placing a bid or clicking “Buy it now,” please check with your country's customs office for these additional costs.

• We take pride in packaging our products carefully and shipping them quickly.

• We do not ship on Saturdays, Sundays, and Japan’s National Holidays; the post office is closed.

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You can learn about EMS at the following Web site:

http://www.post.japanpost.jp/english/index.html

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4) Returns:

• No returns or exchanges are accepted unless auction is incontrovertibly misrepresented. In any case, buyer is responsible for return shipping. In any case, buyer is responsible for return shipping.

• If you are not happy with the item you received, please contact us first. Please allow us the opportunity to help prior to filing a claim with eBay and PayPal. We do our best to provide excellent customer service.

   

5) Questions?

We’d be happy to answer any questions you might have.

Don’t worry! You don’t need to speak Japanese to communicate with us.

Our staff is fluent in English.

Thanks for looking!