An original 1981 Charvel San Dimas “Hot Rod Flame”.
A remarkable early production Charvel Guitar from the San Dimas era, featuring a breathtaking “Hot Rod Flame” finish! This 1981 Charvel San Dimas Modelguitar includes two additional switches that have been disconnected, alongside a “kill switch” that remains connected to the circuit, all while being in otherwise outstanding and original condition.
Equipped with a pair of DiMarzio pickups, it produces the intense lead tones one would anticipate from a super strat of this period, and the maple neck offers comfortable, low action, ideal for rapid runs that complement this striking graphic. These guitars are becoming increasingly rare, particularly in custom finishes, making this a perfect addition to any collection.
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1962 Reissue Fender Japan Stratocaster stamped ST-62DEX2 on the heel of the neck, “Made In Japan” and serial number has V prefix with USA Custom shop electronics.
Outstanding Fender Japan ST-62DEX2 from 1996-1997, featuring a stamp on the neck heel. It is labeled “Made In Japan” and has a serial number beginning with the letter V. This is a ’62 Strat Reissue equipped with USA Custom shop electronics. I was unaware that such features were available back then until I recently conducted some online research and found that this was indeed an original characteristic. The guitar has a rosewood slab fingerboard and an Olympic white finish that has aged to a cream color.
The bridge saddles exhibit some surface corrosion, which may be cleaned up to some extent. There are a few minor nicks on the body in various locations, as well as what appear to be filled spots where the strap buttons were relocated at some time. The back of the neck is flawless, showing no nicks or damage. It is fitted with a 3-ply pickguard and displays very minimal fret wear.
This Fender Japan Stratocaster guitar plays exceptionally well and is relatively lightweight, weighing approximately 7 lbs on my postal scale. It possesses all the desirable features. Just take a look at the pictures. The vintage-style tuning gears add to its charm. The pickups are of high quality and are the quietest I have experienced in the 2 and 4 switch positions, likely due to the shielding on the pickguard and the foil in the control cavity. I regret having to part with this instrument, but I do not utilize it and currently own an excessive number of guitars and basses.
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The Las Vegas Monorail travels nearly the entire length of the Las Vegas Strip, with its stops near some of the biggest attractions in Las Vegas. The Las Vegas Monorail route consists of the following stops:
Above is the most current version of the2026 printable Las Vegas Monorail Map in PDF form. The maps shows the Las Vegas Monorail train schedule, ticket prices, route information, train station stops, Las Vegas Monorail hours of operation, Monorail Las Vegas extended weekend hours and casino club stop locations.
The positioning of these diverse stations facilitates effortless travel throughout Las Vegas, granting tourists convenient access to nearly every imaginable attraction in the city. Whether your visit to Nevada is solely for an event at the Las Vegas Convention Center, you are excited to discover the Las Vegas Strip, or you are keen on visiting several casinos, the Las Vegas Monorail is well-equipped to support your significant journey.
