In the early 80's when Tokai hit the UK shorelines the quality of their Fender and Gibson replicas made everyone sit-up and take notice - Whilst today Tokai also indulge in some low end models which are aimed fairly and squarely at the Epiphone end of the market, the Jap models are as good as ever - Today we can offer you the opportunity to acquire this delightful ES130 335 replica all the way from Japan - It is a 2007 model, in a classic translucent cherry finish, which just allows a few nice hints of the flamed maple to peer through - Close examination is required to view some tiny hints of previous use - We are talking about a clean instrument - The £830 price also includes a deluxe Tokai wood case, which is worth well over £100 and is an optional extra if you purchased a new instrument - The Jap models not only come with a superior build quality in all areas regarding wood, components/hardware and craftsmanship, they even get so many of the vintage spec correct like the 'Mickey Mouse shaped ears' on the body and the elongated scratchplate, all features of a late 50's model - Hardware is provided by Gotoh, with other nice upgrade specs including a well cut bone top nut - It is generally accepted that many Jap models from Tokai can rival some Gibsons for build quality, playability and tone, but in this instance I'd like to pose a question 'can you find a better 335 based guitar on the market today for under £850than this Tokai' ?????