Up for sale is my Fender ST-72 Stratocaster Made in Japan (MIJ) in the eye-catching Blue Flower (AKA Blue Floral) finish — one of the more collectible vintage MIJ Strats. This is the early Japanese export version with the original 3-bolt plate, which is more desirable and considered a better guitar than the later Crafted in Japan (CIJ) 4-bolt variant. Collectors and players alike tend to prize these early MIJ examples for authenticity and build quality. This is from a time where Japan was putting out the best Fenders out there.

This particular example is all original, and in great cosmetic condition for its age. The only defects I could find are pictured, so please examine them carefully.

I saw one other listing for this same model and finish. The neck on this one is in much better condition. I will also include an SKB flight case if this guitar is purchased before the other Strat I have listed. If you hurry, you can grab that additional value.

I believe my price is fair compared to the other listing, but if you disagree and you want to tell me about it, I will respectfully ignore. This is the price I would let this guitar go for, otherwise I would just keep it.