This all original MIJ Strat is fairly unique in that it was put together in 2004 as you can see by the 50th Anniversay logo but they used a neck from 1996. This is something they did from time to time. It is in fantastic condition: minimal fret wear (I doubt they have ever been dressed) very very light buckle scratches. (you have to turn it just right to see them). One small ding that is pictured. Notice this one has the Fender stamped saddles and the very nice (IMO) Gotoh tuners and it not a “swimming pool” route. I believe this model was meant for the Japan market only but they let a few slip through to the USA. It plays seriously plays great. Play it as is or switch out the innards to a strat that plays and sounds as good as any USA model. This is a NICE guitar. Case is in solid shape. All the buckles work. If you can not commit to that then shop elsewhere. If you really think the above is unreasonable then I do not want your business.