Thank you for checking out our Vintage, Circa 1987 / 1988 Charvel Model 3A in the incredible Electric Blue finish with the factory original Charvel “chainsaw” hardshell case. 


Made in Japan


This particular Model 3A is 100% original and ready to shred. These are very cool guitars for several reasons. The Model 3A’s from this era in Electric Blue are the only ones to come with a JT-6 Trem and NO pickguard. All the other 3A’s (Black, White, Red) came with a Kahler and a pickguard. 


The neck on this guitar is super comfortable and fast. Check out the beautiful figured maple! 100% honest play wear is to be found on this fine guitar. A few minor dings to the body and headstock are the only things keeping this guitar from being listed as mint. The headstock tip is not chipped. Perfectly normal for a guitar that has been a workhorse for the last four decades.

Overall this guitar is in Very Good condition. The case is functional with one missing latch and several of the letters on the “Charvel” logo have been painted to match the guitar. Too cool! 


This is a great opportunity to purchase a sweet vintage Charvel that is 100% original (the frets are not worn), 2 original Jackson USA J-80C humbuckers and tons of “cool factor.”


This guitars quality and performance is not only on par with the new Charvels rolling out of Mexico and Japan…It exceeds them. Why buy a newer repro when you can own an original vintage Charvel? 


Be sure to check out our extensive inventory of Vintage Charvel and Jackson guitars from the mid eighties to early 90’s. 


Please feel free to message us with any questions you may have. International buyers are welcome. Please message us with your exact shipping address so we may provide you with an accurate shipping quote.

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Listed2 months ago
ConditionVery Good (Used)
Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • Model 3A HH with Rosewood Fretboard
Finish
  • Electric Blue
Categories
Year
  • 1987
Made In
  • Japan
Finish Style
  • Metallic
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Fretboard Radius
  • 12"
  • 16"
Color Family
  • Blue
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Body Material
  • Basswood
Body Shape
  • S-Style
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Neck Material
  • Maple
Offset Body
  • No
Model Family
  • Charvel Model 3
Bridge/Tailpiece Type
  • Locking Tremolo Bridge
Body Type
  • Solid Body
Pickup Configuration
  • HH
Wood Top Style
  • Opaque
Neck Construction
  • Bolt-On
Number of Frets
  • 22

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