Vintage Takamine FT-363 Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar - MIJ Lawsuit Era

This is a phenomenal and increasingly rare example of the sought-after "Lawsuit Era" Takamine guitars made in Japan. These models, produced primarily in the 1970s, earned their reputation for exceptional quality and their faithful—and nearly identical—homage to the classic Martin dreadnoughts, which briefly caused a stir in the industry.

The specific model is the FT-363 (clearly visible on the internal bracing, see photo 1000018599.jpg), a direct copy of the legendary Martin D-28. It features a classic dreadnought body and the period-correct "Takamine & Co. EST. 1962" script on the headstock. This guitar has a powerful, mature tone, often described as a "cannon" with a rich low-end and clear, balanced highs that only decades of aging can produce.

Key Features & Condition:

Model: Takamine FT-363 (FT363)

Era/Year: Believed to be from the Mid to Late 1970s.

Body Wood (Back/Sides): Visually stunning, highly figured Rosewood/Jacaranda Laminat. This high-quality laminate construction is characteristic of the best MIJ copies and provides a deep, resonant tone with a beautiful aesthetic.

Top Wood: Solid Spruce Top (typical spec for this era's high-end models, which has aged beautifully to a warm, golden patina—a sign of a great vintage instrument).

Neck: Mahogany (unverified, but standard spec), Rosewood Fretboard.

Inlays: Classic small white dot position markers (see photo 1000018610.jpg).

Binding: Multi-ply cream/white binding around the body edges.

Condition Notes:

Overall: The guitar is in Very Good Vintage Condition for an instrument of this age. The high-gloss finish is well-preserved.

Fretwear/Action: Appears playable with minimal fret wear. The action is currently set up well, but like any vintage acoustic, it may require a professional setup to fine-tune it for the new owner's preference.

Cosmetics: Expect minor, age-appropriate cosmetic flaws typical of a 40+ year-old guitar (light surface scratches, small dings). No apparent cracks or major structural issues are visible. The neck joint appears solid.

Hardware: Original tuners are present and functional. Original end-pin is present (see photo 1000018608.jpg).

The FT-363 is a highly collectible and powerful-sounding guitar that delivers true vintage tone and "Lawsuit" era pedigree without the hefty price tag of a comparable Martin D-28 from the same period.

What's Included:

The Vintage Takamine FT-363 Guitar.

And original hard case.