Vintage Epiphone FT-130 Caballero Acoustic Guitar Japan Natural Finish With Case
Vintage Epiphone FT-130 Caballero acoustic guitar made in Japan featuring a natural gloss finish, decorative rosette, bound body, adjustable bridge, and original Epiphone hard shell case. This classic Japanese-built acoustic guitar is highly sought after by collectors, musicians, and vintage guitar enthusiasts for its craftsmanship and warm acoustic tone.
Condition is pre-owned with visible age-related wear, surface scratches, finish marks, hardware oxidation, case wear, and cosmetic imperfections consistent with decades of use. The guitar appears largely complete with tuning machines, bridge, pickguard, and strings present at the time of photography. Functional condition has not been tested and should be considered unverified.
This Epiphone FT-130 Caballero features a traditional dreadnought-style acoustic body, natural wood top, dark wood back and sides, decorative soundhole rosette, block fretboard inlays, chrome tuners, black Epiphone headstock, and vintage Japanese construction. Original Epiphone hard case is included and shows wear from storage and transport.
The FT-130 Caballero was part of Epiphone's respected Japanese production era when many instruments were manufactured with impressive attention to detail and quality materials. These guitars remain popular among players seeking vintage acoustic tone and collectors pursuing Japanese-made Epiphone instruments.
Collectors appreciate these guitars for their connection to the post-1960s Epiphone catalog, distinctive aesthetics, and dependable acoustic performance. Included hard case adds desirability and helps preserve the instrument for future ownership.
This guitar has been visually inspected only. Neck alignment, action, fret condition, structural integrity, electronics if present, bridge stability, and overall playability have not been professionally evaluated. Buyers should perform their own inspection prior to use.
Features: Epiphone FT-130 Caballero, acoustic guitar, made in Japan, vintage guitar, dreadnought acoustic, natural finish, original hard case, collectible instrument, six-string guitar, rosewood-style fingerboard, decorative rosette, chrome tuning machines, musician equipment, string instrument.
Did You Know? Japanese-made Epiphone acoustic guitars from the 1970s are increasingly collected for their craftsmanship and value compared to many modern entry-level instruments.
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