1983 Westone Thunder I Electric Guitar Black Matsumoku Japan Original Hard Case

Classic Japanese craftsmanship with unmistakable ’80s style! This 1983 Westone Thunder I features a black finish, dual humbuckers, a tremolo bridge, and its original Westone hardshell case. Built in Japan by Matsumoku, it’s an appealing choice for players and collectors who appreciate vintage Japanese guitars.

The sculpted double-cutaway body gives this Westone a distinctive look, complemented by a natural-finished maple neck, dot-inlaid fingerboard, and chrome hardware. Its dual-humbucker configuration offers a strong foundation for blues, classic rock, and heavier styles, while the pickup selector and additional controls provide tonal flexibility.

Features and Details

• Model: Westone Thunder I, as marked on the truss-rod cover

• Year: 1983, based on serial number

• Serial number: 3061053

• Manufactured in Japan by Matsumoku

• Finish: Black

• Neck: Bolt-on maple

• Fingerboard: Dot inlays

• Pickups: Two humbuckers

• Controls: Three rotary knobs, pickup selector, and mini-toggle switch

• Bridge: Tremolo with individually adjustable saddles

• Weight: 9 pounds, 1.33 ounces

• Includes: Original Westone hardshell case

Condition

This guitar has the cosmetic character of a vintage instrument that has been used over the years. There are scratches, scuffs, small dings, and finish wear, along with tarnishing and oxidation on some of the hardware. Please review the close-up photographs carefully for details.

The original Westone hardshell case is included and shows exterior wear and scuffing, along with wear and discoloration to the interior lining. A tremolo arm is not pictured.

The truss-rod cover identifies this guitar as a Thunder I; its tremolo bridge and rear spring cavity are consistent with the tremolo-equipped Thunder I-T configuration.

A distinctive piece of Matsumoku-era guitar history, complete with its original Westone case! The guitar and case pictured are the actual items you will receive.

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