{"product_id":"kawai-fg-100m-uni-129","title":"Kawai FG-100M Vintage MIJ Acoustic Guitar Natural w\/ Chipboard Case","description":"\u003cp\u003eUp for sale is a Kawai FG-100M acoustic guitar made in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt during the era when Kawai was producing quality affordable Japanese acoustics, the FG-100M features an all-laminate construction with a warm, balanced voice that's well suited for casual playing, songwriting, and vintage guitar enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe recently cleaned the guitar and installed a fresh set of strings. It plays and functions as it should, but it is being sold in \u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efair condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e due to several structural issues that should be noted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe top has developed a noticeable sink on the bass side of the soundhole along with a bulge behind the bridge. There is also a slight separation between the bridge and the top in the center section only. We inspected the bridge closely and it currently feels solid despite the visible gap. Additionally, there is a hole\/crack in the bass-side rim of the body as shown in the photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCosmetically, the guitar shows the normal scratches, dings, finish wear, and signs of use expected from a vintage instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncludes the original chipboard case.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease review all photos carefully, as they are an important part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Model: FG-100M \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Made in Japan \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Natural finish \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Mahogany-pattern laminate top, back, and sides \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Rosewood fingerboard \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Rosewood bridge \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Fresh strings installed \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Includes original chipboard case \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Sold in \u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efair condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Top has sunk on the soundhole side \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Bulge present behind the bridge \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Slight bridge lift in the center only (bridge currently feels solid) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Hole\/crack in the bass-side body \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Typical scratches, dings, and finish wear throughout \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Freshly cleaned and restrung \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCase: Chipboard Case\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eScale Length: 24.75“\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNut Width: 1.66“\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFret Wear: 8.5\/10\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAction at 12F (6th): .11“\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAction at 12F (1st): .11“\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWeight: 3lbs 15oz\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOverall Condition: 5.9\/10\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSound Factor: 11 out of 10\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUSA Seller, check my feedback to see how I value my customers and see my other listings for more rare Japanese Guitars and other unique gear! I use recycled packaging for reduced environmental impact and ship all items 100% insured against loss or damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInternal Use (Bin) - PA-4-1\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kawai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54047284691308,"sku":"UNI-129","price":249.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0991\/9378\/2636\/files\/190932c6-094d-4a48-9c94-57521606eeff.jpg?v=1784430511","url":"https:\/\/japaneseguitarcompany.com\/products\/kawai-fg-100m-uni-129","provider":"Japanese Guitar Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}