Up for sale is a late 1980s Squier by Fender Standard Stratocaster (ST-357) in Black with a Maple neck, manufactured in Japan at the legendary FujiGen Gakki factory. Featuring the highly sought-after "E-Series" serial number (E816388), these mid-to-late '80s Japanese Squiers are famous for exceptional build quality, outstanding fretwork, and neck profiles that rival American Fender production from the same era.

Features & Specs:

• Model: ST-357 (1957 Style Reissue layout)
• Serial Number: E816388 (1984–1988 MIJ Era)
• Origin: Made in Japan (FujiGen Gakki Factory)
• Body: Gloss Black finish, single-ply 8-hole white pickguard
• Neck: Maple neck & fretboard with skunk stripe, vintage tint, and classic "C" shape profile
• Tuners: Original Gotoh sealed tuners
• Hardware: Vintage-style 6-saddle tremolo bridge
• Pickups/Electronics: Original SSS pickup configuration, 5-way switch, Master Volume, 2 Tone controls

Condition:

Graded in Good condition. The neck is straight, the original Gotoh tuners turn smoothly, and all electronics are fully functional. The body shows typical age-appropriate finish swirling, light scuffs, and small dings as expected on a ~40-year-old player's instrument.

Please note: There is a permanent, dark sealed repair on the top face of the body near the tremolo bridge (visible in photos). It is completely stabilized and flush, and it does not affect the bridge operation, tuning stability, or overall playability.

Included:

• 1988 Squier MIJ E-Series Stratocaster (As shown in photos)