Rare 1990s \"The Vintage\" ES-125C Style Archtop Guitar by FLEX Japan w/ Bartolini For Sale

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Up for sale is an extremely rare, high-quality Japanese archtop guitar manufactured in the early 1990s (approx. 1993-1994) by FLEX Corporation under their prestigious \"The Vintage\" line.
FLEX is the renowned Japanese boutique maker famous for their \"ARTEX\" brand, which co-developed signature models for legendary guitarist David T. Walker. This specific ES-125C style archtop was produced in very limited quantities over just a two-year period, making it a true hidden gem of 90s Japanese craftsmanship (MIJ).
### Key Features & Specs:- **Style:** Gibson ES-125C inspired Florentine Cutaway Archtop Hollow Body- **Top Wood:** Spruce (Archtop)- **Back & Sides:** Maple (Beautiful Sunburst Finish)- **Neck:** Set-Neck with Rosewood Fingerboard & Dot Inlays- **Pickup:** Premium Bartolini Floating Humbucker (Mounted at the neck end for pure acoustic resonance)- **Tuners:** Vintage Kluson-style Cream Button Tuners- **Hardware:** Adjustable Wooden Bridge with Chrome Trapeze Tailpiece- **Controls:** Volume & Tone controls neatly mounted on the upper bout- **Includes:** Standard Acoustic Guitar Hard Shell Case (Dreadnought size - included primarily for maximum protection during transit)
### Detailed Neck & Action Condition (Professional Setup):- **Neck Relief:** Straight neck with no forward or back bow (verified from headstock sightline photos).- **Action at 12th Fret (6th String):** - Fret Top to Bottom of String: Approx. **2.0 mm** (Comfortable, low-action setup) - Fretboard to Bottom of String: Approx. **3.0 mm**- **Frets:** Excellent condition with plenty of fret life left, no severe deep grooves or buzzing.- **Electronics:** Bartolini pickup works flawlessly, delivering a warm, articulate, and woody jazz/blues tone.- **Cosmetic:** Excellent vintage condition showing minimal age-appropriate wear with a gorgeous lustrous sunburst finish. Please refer to high-resolution photos for exact Packaging & Shipping:The guitar will be safely packed inside a sturdy dreadnought-style hard shell case (with extra interior cushioning added to ensure a snug, immovably safe fit). The hard case will then be wrapped in heavy-duty bubble wrap and shipped securely in a reinforced guitar shipping box. A tracking number will be provided immediately upon International Buyers - Please Note:Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer\'s responsibility.
Feel free to ask any questions. Don\'t miss this opportunity to own a rare piece of Japanese guitar-making history!
### About the Seller:While I am new to selling on , I have extensive experience in buying and selling items locally in Japan with a proven track record of excellent customer satisfaction.
As an independent Japanese business operator (and a passionate gear enthusiast), I take pride in providing accurate descriptions, careful inspection, and top-tier packaging to ensure your item arrives safely.
Please offer or purchase with full confidence. If you have any questions or need extra photos, feel free to contact me anytime!