2002 Fender Japan HJG-66KC IV Ikebe Limited Kurt Cobain Signature Jaguar, CIJ, Limited, Offset 

Presenting a rare, Japanese built Fender Japan HJG-66KC IV Ikebe Limited Kurt Cobain Signature Jaguar in 3-Tone Sunburst, boasting a vintage tine maple neck paired with a dark, bound rosewood fretboard.

Included is a modern Fender gig bag.

For those unfamiliar, Japanese-made Fenders are truly stunning guitars, and this Jag is no exception. The fit and finish exemplify the quality one would expect from a Japanese instrument, rivalling, if not surpassing, its USA-built counterparts. 

These Jaguars are extremely hard to source, and the rarest version of Kurt Cobain’s iconic Jaguar. Manufactured in Japan in collaboration with Ikebe Music, they were sold in exceedingly small quantities and were available only in Japan, as three “degrees of Cobain”—the IV, V, and VI. The IV model, seen here, has the Jaguar's traditional control layout governing the Dimarzio humbucker pair. The DP103 36th Anniversary PAF in the neck position has a traditional Gibson-style tonal range with excellent dynamics and articulation, handling gain well for a harmonic-rich, powerful sound. The DP100 Super Distortion in the bridge position is Dimarzio's iconic high powered humbucker, designed to kick your amp into overdrive and perfectly tailored to Nirvana's ripping drive.

In terms of condition, this Jaguar presents an overall well-kept exterior that reflects years of careful use. Cosmetically, there are a few minor surface marks, with the most notable wear on the lower bout where some of the finish has worn through to the wood. These areas are documented in detailed photos for your reference, and we encourage a close review.

The neck and fretboard are clean and inviting, offering a smooth, uninterrupted playing experience, and the frets retain plenty of life. The tuning machines have been returned to Gotoh nickel 6-in-line button tuners, in line with original factory specification. When we received the guitar, it had been altered to six individual tuners; as a result, there are slight impressions and small areas of finish flaking around the ferrules on the headstock face.

The original chrome and nickel hardware shows light, age-appropriate tarnish, the stock electronics perform flawlessly, and the guitar weighs in at 8.37 lbs.

The guitar is 100% functional, devoid of any breaks or repairs.

It’s been expertly cleaned and setup by Ben of Beej Guitar Repairs with a fresh set of 10-46 strings

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch and thanks for looking!

WHY BUY FROM IN BLOOM GUITARS?

Every guitar that is sold, is carefully and lovingly cleaned, setup and restrung, primed for its new owner. We source only the finest and rarest of guitars so you can be assured that each and every instrument upholds the strict standard of quality here at In Bloom Guitars. We offer international delivery and can assure you all guitars are packed sufficiently for a safe transit.

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