1963 Fender Jaguar – Pre-CBS Masterpiece (All-Original with Recent Refret)
Up for sale is a stunning, highly desirable 1963 Fender Jaguar from the golden pre-CBS era. Introduced in 1962 as Fender’s top-of-the-line flagship model, the Jaguar is famous for its offset waist, shorter 24” scale length, and advanced chrome control layouts that offer an incredible tonal palette. This particular 1963 specimen perfectly captures the chime, bite, and surf-rock soul that defined an entire generation of music, while remaining an absolute player's dream.
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Body: Lightweight, resonant alder body featuring its original nitrocellulose finish.
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Neck: Comfortable, fast "C" shape maple neck with a beautiful, dark rosewood fingerboard and classic clay dot inlays.
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Electronics: 100% original, untouched wiring, pots, and rhythm/lead circuit switches. The two original flat-pole piece Jaguar pickups deliver exceptional clarity, warmth, and that unmistakable vintage twang.
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Hardware: All-original chrome hardware, including the floating tremolo system, original bridge, and original Kluson Deluxe tuners. Currently has a replacement bridge for better playability, but original is included with mute.
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Pickguard: Original multi-ply tortoise shell pickguard with great color and no major shrinkage.
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This instrument is in very good original vintage condition and has been remarkably well-preserved over its 60+ year life. It shows honest, beautiful finish checking and play wear that only adds to its authentic vintage character.
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Frets & Playability: The guitar was professionally re-fretted in 2026 with premium fretwire. The rosewood board is clean, the neck is perfectly straight, and the truss rod functions exactly as it should. It plays flawlessly up and down the neck with low action and zero buzz.
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Structural Integrity: Strictly no breaks, no cracks, no modifications, and no repairs (other than the expert 2026 refret).
What's Included
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Original Fender Hard Shell Case (with blue/plush interior)
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Original Tremolo Arm
🎸 Collector & Player Note
Finding a pre-CBS Fender Jaguar that retains its complete structural and electronic originality—while being freshly refretted for modern playability—is becoming increasingly rare. This is a investment-grade, collector-caliber piece that is entirely ready for the stage or the studio.
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