Epiphone FT‑79N 1964 Texan (stated Made in Japan)

A listed 1964 Epiphone Texan stated as made in Japan — a slope‑shouldered acoustic with strong singer‑songwriter associations; establish the production era before further valuation.

Why we selected it today

Vintage Texan models are culturally significant for singer‑songwriter styles and the listing carries a stated year (1964) and origin (Japan), which are critical to establishing market placement.

The model’s pedigree

The Epiphone Texan is a slope‑shouldered acoustic with a long history and strong singer‑songwriter associations. Different production eras (vintage USA, Japanese, modern Asian, USA) sit in very different markets.

How we matched this guitar

Detected identity: Epiphone Texan · Japan. The listing states 1964 and Japan; these are treated as the listing’s stated details rather than independently verified facts.

Key features

Slope‑shouldered body shape associated with the Texan family and the historical singer‑songwriter association that influences demand for vintage examples.

How the asking price compares

We do not yet have enough closely matched asking-price evidence for a reliable AG Value judgement, so price was treated as neutral rather than guessed.

What a buyer should check

Establish the production era first. Then inspect neck angle, bridge, braces, top movement and cracks, and check whether any pickup or structural repair is original or later.