Fender Custom Shop

Fender Custom Shop 65 Stratocaster Journeyman Relic 3A Rosewood Fingerboard Aged Graffiti Yellow

Available from Gear4Music at €5,878.45.

The Fender Custom Shop 1965 Stratocaster Journeyman Relic is a faithful nod to a golden-era Strat built with the kind of detail and care only the Fender Custom Shop delivers. Its 2-piece select alder body keeps things balanced and resonant while the Aged Graffiti Yellow Journeyman Relic finish gives it that lightly worn gigged-but-cared-for look without going over the top. It feels like a well-loved original straight out of the case with subtle ageing that adds character without compromising playability. A maple neck paired with a 3A rosewood fingerboard offers a smooth responsive feel shaped to a comfortable 1965 "C" profile that sits naturally in the hand. The 9.5 inch radius and narrow tall frets make bends feel easy while keeping chords tight and controlled. A trio of hand-wound 65 single-coils deliver classic Strat tones with plenty of sparkle clarity and dynamic range. With vintage-style hardware a bone nut and a traditional control layout this is a proper 60s-inspired Strat that blends authentic feel expressive tone and Custom Shop precision for serious players.

MGIN: MG-XWBBB3HS