This guitar has been customized, so it may not appeal to those seeking a genuine Japanese vintage original. I had it customized about 7 years ago and haven't played it much in the last 5 years, so there might be some inaccuracies in my memory. The model number is SS48, as indicated by the "48" on the neck. Later models were priced higher and became SS50. SS38 models are often seen used, and they have flimsy tuners, but the SS48 has Rotomatic tuners. The neck is almost straight. It might be easier to play with a slight forward bow. The fret life is also fine. There's a slight scratchiness in the tone, but it's not bothersome. The appearance is in good condition for its age, with no major damage. Here are the customization details: * Replaced the string retainer with a roller type. * Replaced the strap pins with locking pins. * Replaced the pickguard with a silver star genuine white one. * Replaced the bridge saddles with Gotoh ones and the set screws with stainless steel ones. * Replaced the tremolo springs with RAW VINTAGE ones. * Replaced the pickups with SEYMOUR DUNCAN (a classic combination of SSL-1, SSL-1RwRp, and SSL-5). * Replaced the knobs, pots, and switch with aftermarket ones. * The controls are front Vo, center and rear Vo, and front Tone. It doesn't come with a case and will be shipped in a guitar-specific cardboard box. Price negotiations are not accepted. \#ElectricGuitar \#Stratocaster