If you watch the listing, we'll notify you if it becomes available again. It shows some light playwear but no large dings, dents, or scratches taht would indicate abuse or mis-use. By continuing to use Reverb, you agree to these updates, and to our cookie policy. 4 1997 – present Korean Squier Fender Serial Numbers Just like many other companies in the late 1980s, Fender decided to start manufacturing products in Korea. Hi guys, About month ago, I bought this guitar, which was described as "1997 Korean Stratocaster". Buy It Now +C $76.09 shipping. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. The most knowledgeable person I know on Squier guitars and particularly on Korean models is a Squier talk member called Roccobagadonuts he has clarified some of the above here are his comments As far as the tuners go on the KV models the very first units built still came with trap tuners like the VN models they had been making before the KV stuff. Hey! Get the best price on Squier Stratocaster at Guitar Center. or Best Offer. Other low-budget countries followed, like China, Indonesia and India. 28. To reflect our commitment, we updated our terms and conditions. I just never found one I personally liked to play, simple as that really. Ever since, Squier has been the more affordable cousin of Fender guitars, being produced in China, Indonesia, India, Korea, Mexico, and Japan with cheaper materials and lower labor costs. Shipped From. Age: 27 1. Fender Stratocaster Standard USA Electric Guitar 1997 Shoreline Gold w/HSC. im sure its well made because its really heavy (at least 4kg) and plays better in my opinion than all my others. Although Fender began producing Fender and Squier instruments in Korea in 1988, its digital records only go back to mid-1993, with little if any information available on serial numbering from 1988 through 1992. ... Squier Telecaster MIK 1997 KOREAN Electric Guitar. Oops, looks like you forgot something. '80s Korean Squier headstock with "E" light serial number (Courtesy of Reverb) Between 1990 and 1994 Fender started to move the production in Cor-Tek (Cort) and Saehan (Sunghan) factories, and the serial numbers were changed respectively in CN and VN, and from 1997 … FENDER SQUIER PRO TONE KOREAN SUNBURST STRATOCASTER Made in Korea in 1996-1997 the Pro Tone series was meant as a top of the line Squier that wound up exceeding expectations. Korean Squier Standard Stratocaster "E" Series: electrics and pickups are different from the MIJ ones (just look to the magnet bar), Courtesy of Reverb. My 97 KV numbered Squier Strat weighs in at almost 9 lbs. I have played for a while now and know a fair bit about guitars. Condition is "Used". Listing Ended. A “KC” prefix was introduced on Korean-made instruments in 1997, designating instrument made in Korea at the Cort factory. This 1997 Korean Squier Stratocaster is in fantastic condition. The first number following the prefix is the year. Fender Squier Stratocaster Jimi Hendrix 1997 style - reverse logo. C $1,837.48. V. C. Squier Company was a manufacturer of strings for violins, banjos, and guitars.It was established in 1890 by Victor Carroll Squier in Battle Creek, Michigan.In 1965, the company was acquired by Fender.By 1975, Squier became defunct as a manufacturer and a brand name for strings, as Fender opted to market its strings under the Fender brand name. All of the electronics work great and everything on the guitar seems to be original. It feels exactly the same as the pricier Fender Strats. on the head it has the squier logo (doesn't say affinity so im going to assume its not) and it was made in Korea. Currency: The neck is incredible. By clicking Subscribe, I agree my data may be used for marketing purposes including email communications and third party marketing. If it says Squier and not Fender in Silver on the headstock logo and its Korean it is an 80's model. This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Squier; 1997 Korean Squier Stratocaster. France, SQUIER BULLET STRAT, BULLET MINI STRAT V2 and STRAT SS. Pre-Owned. As with any new product line, Fender came up with a new numbering system for these guitars. Message Seller. Based on your location, we've changed your settings: Shipping Region: Nice 97 Squier Fender Stratocaster Korea Reissue Rare MIK Pro Tone Vintage Vibe!. Still lighter than my 1977 Alder bodied Stratocaster Standard at 10.25 lbs and a LOT heavier than my 1975 Natural Finished American Ash bodied "Hard Tail" Strat at only 7.75 lbs. EUR It's a 1997 Korean Squier Standard Edition with a maple fret board. Discussion in 'Squier Stratocasters' started by certovski, Mar 28, 2020. certovski New Member. Joshua's Gear Depot. From 1982 Fender Squiers are also produced outside the USA, in that year the production startedin Japan. ... Fender Squier Bullet Korean Stratocaster Electric Guitar PICKUP ONLY (ML1042179) $199.99. Please check the fields highlighted in red. This is a beautiful Reissue strat! DATING SQUIER GUITARS BY REFERENCE OF SERIAL NUMBERS. Watch. Payment & Returns. Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care. I rebuilt the guitar and set it up, it has the original tremolo, original tuners, I added a DiMarzio Super Distortion humbucker, with a single volume, and put a Earvana Tusq nut on the neck. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. The pickups are real crap though. I learned that parts to make these were from made in Japan. ... Don’t get me wrong, I’m not a Strat hater, Fender have made some beautiful looking Strats and obviously some of the greatest songs of all time have been made using them. Learn more about Fender electric basses. 10+ Joined Reverb. The first strat neck I've really liked. In excellent condition. I have a squier strat that i picked up from 1996 and i love it! Please check the fields highlighted in red. The exceptions to this are the 87' E7 and E10 models built by Young Chang Some may have stayed in the U.S. or found their way back (made to Standard Stratocaster specs; dating unclear) I(XXXXXXX) A limited number of these “I” series guitars were made in 1989 and 1990. I kept it as I bought for quite a while so I could see what I like and don't like about it. Sales. Find the current Blue Book value and worth of your new and used guitars, both acoustic, electric and amplifier. The number one source of guitar and amplifier pricing and information so you can find the price and value of your used guitars and amplifier. Fast & Free shipping on many items! Dating Korean Made Fender & Squier Instruments from Fender.com. From France. 2017. The Squier Deluxes first appeared in UK shops from February 1996, with CN5 serial numbers. Solid alder body with correct thickness and a super nice maple neck with some chunkiness to it. Most Squier Stratocaster are eligible for free shipping. Glue can make wood heavy. This includes the CN/VN Fender Squier, the E9, S9 and S10 models. ! Mar 28, 2020 Czech Republic. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. Word is that Fender stopped making them because of the declined sales in American made Strats and all other countries of origin. The contoured body is just the start. The newly-redesigned Bullet Strat is ideal for first-timer players looking for an easy-to-play, affordable electric guitar. By Cow Dog 12th December 2014 29th April 2016. Everything from the classic headstock of the Squier Stratocaster to the placement of the 3 single-coil pickups is identical to its older brother. $120 + $100 Shipping. Please contact them to ask about shipping. 1996 Squier Korean Anniversary Stratocaster. Awesome quality guitar at a great price! 21 watchers. Saddles used in the first Korean Standard Series are Fender double stamped. The economy of Chinese manufacture finally allowed Squier to compete in the beginners' market at remarkably watertight standards, and that meant the Korean guitars could return to their economical comfort zone for the first time since 1988. KV97 = made by Saehan(Sunghan) in 1997 S, E (“Made in Korea”) S = Samick, E = Young Chang, E letter serial numbers were used on Young Chang's Fenix brand guitars. The letter prefix is followed by an eight-digit number, the first two digits of which identify year of manufacture, (i.e., 97 for 1997, 98 for 1998, etc. Fender literally wrote the book on electric basses, laying the foundation for musical innovation and evolution. Pre-Owned. 39 watchers. The Korean Fender Squiers were produced from 1988, but there were no serial numbers until mid-1993 documented. Learn More, We understand the importance of online privacy and are committed to complying with the EU General Data Protection Regulation. Most silver logo models will have full width laminate. OFF TOPIC ALERT! Has some scratches and dings on the body, but the neck is good and straight, little fret wear. Learn More. ). Good condition items function properly but may exhibit some wear and tear. Good. Use this site for a pricing guide and source of information on all guitars. Oops, looks like you forgot something. Picked up a nice Korean E10 series Squier ( 80's Young Chang) all good apart from the pickups. Harlem, GA, United States. C $632.78. Don't wait. All-time bestsellers and new releases are in stock and ready to ship. Korean Squier Stratocaster from 1997 - Is it real? If you watch the listing, we'll notify you if it becomes available again. For starters, thing people love most about the Squier Strat guitar is the famous contoured body. $386.37. This seller has not set a shipping cost for France. If you watch the listing, we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Now, the Bullet Strat features a 25.5” scale, so those with smaller hands might want to try the short-scale Stratocaster, with its 24” scale, or the Mini Strat, which boasts a 22/75" scale. Make an Offer. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to the processing of my data in order to receive emails. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. From United States. This 1997 Korean Squier Stratocaster is in fantastic condition. Squier® Strat Bullets (dating unclear) FN(XXXXXX) U.S.-made guitars and basses destined for export market. Squier Standard Stratocaster "S" Series: different decals and unbranded cast/sealed tuning machines. They were made nicely in this period. This is the first strat that I like. The S and E serial number prefix Korean Squiers are from the late 1980s/early 1990s. It's a great time to upgrade your home music studio gear with the largest selection at eBay.com. Great deals on Squier Korean. Buy It Now.