{"product_id":"kazuo-hashimoto-no-63-uni-199","title":"1966 Kazuo Hashimoto Classical Guitar – Handcrafted in Japan – No. 63","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a mid-1960s Kazuo Hashimoto classical guitar, built in Japan in 1966 and numbered No. 63. It carries the blue Kazuo Hashimoto label reading \u003ci\u003e\u003cem\u003e“This is a production under my supervision and guidance”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e, which places it firmly in the period when Hashimoto was overseeing workshop builds rather than fully solo instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTraditional full-size classical with a spruce top and beautifully figured maple back and sides. The maple has strong, natural flame that really stands out in person. Mahogany neck, rosewood fingerboard, slotted headstock with original tuners.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition is very honest for its age. Structurally solid with no cracks. There is visible cosmetic wear throughout—scratches, small dings, and edge wear, especially on the back and sides—which is consistent with a well-played 1960s instrument. Nothing that affects playability or stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTone is warm and clear with good projection, leaning more toward a traditional classical voice rather than a modern, bright sound. A great example of the Japanese classical guitars that were gaining serious traction internationally in the 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCase: Chipboard\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eScale Length: 650mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNut Width: 50mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFret Wear: 9.8\/10\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAction at 12F (6th): 3mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAction at 12F (1st): 2mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWeight: 1428grams\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOverall Condition: 7\/10\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCool Factor: 11 out of 10\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\u003eInternal Use (Bin) - PA-13\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kazuo Hashimoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54047268733292,"sku":"UNI-199","price":1095.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0991\/9378\/2636\/files\/jgc-uni-199-01.jpg?v=1784518131","url":"https:\/\/japaneseguitarcompany.com\/products\/kazuo-hashimoto-no-63-uni-199","provider":"Japanese Guitar Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}