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Up for sale is an extraordinary and investment-grade 1965 Fender Jazzmaster featuring the highly desirable transition-era bound fretboard with pearl dot inlays. This guitar captures the absolute peak of mid-60s Fender craftsmanship, offering that unmistakable offset chime, warmth, and resonance that only a true mid-60s pre-CBS/transition build can deliver.

Tone & Sonic Character

Mid-1965 Jazzmasters possess a legendary tonal voice, and this one is a stellar example. The pickups deliver that classic, glassy surf-rock sparkle in the lead circuit with plenty of upper-mid bite, yet they clean up into a warm, woody jazz tone when you switch to the rhythm circuit. It has an articulate, piano-like clarity on the wound strings and a fat, singing sustain on the highs—perfect for everything from shimmering jangly chords to brooding, reverb-soaked leads and gritty indie-rock crunch.

Condition & Originality

• Cosmetic Condition: In very, very nice shape and remarkably well-preserved. It presents as super clean overall, with only one single little ding on the front.
• Frets & Playability: The frets are in perfect shape, offering smooth bends and zero buzz.
• Neck Profile: Features an unusually and wonderfully chunky neck profile—especially substantial at the nut—making it exceptionally comfortable and satisfying to fill the hand with.

Specifications

• Nut Width: 1.68 in
• Neck Depth at Nut: 0.97 in
• Fretboard Width at 12th Fret: 2.05 in
• Neck Depth at 12th Fret: 0.89 in
• Weight: 7.63 lbs

At Joe’s Vintage Guitars, your satisfaction is our top priority. We stand behind every instrument we sell, and we want you to feel completely confident in your purchase. That’s why we offer a 7-day return policy with no restocking fee. Take a full week to inspect, play, and fall in love with your new guitar. If for any reason it isn’t the right fit, simply return it in the same condition for a full refund—no hidden fees, no hassle. We know that buying a vintage instrument is a big decision, and we’re committed to making the process as comfortable and transparent as possible. Shop with peace of mind knowing that every guitar from Joe’s Vintage Guitars is backed by honest service and years of expertise.