The Fender Custom Shop 2024 Limited Edition 1968 Stratocaster Journeyman Relic – Black Paisley captures the spirit of late-’60s innovation with a stunning Black Paisley nitro lacquer finish, Closet Classic hardware, and hand-aged relic styling. This limited-edition guitar delivers authentic vintage look, tone, and feel.

• Limited-edition 2024 Fender Custom Shop model
• Black Paisley nitro lacquer finish with matching headcap
• Closet Classic hardware for authentic vintage vibe
• Hand-aged Journeyman Relic finish
• Exceptional resonance and playability
• Perfect blend of vintage aesthetics and modern performance
• Includes FCS Strat/Tele black case and certificate of authenticity

Body

• Wood: Alder, 2-Piece
• Finish: Black Paisley nitro lacquer, front & back
• Contours: 1963 Strat Style “C” Aged Body
• Hardware: Chrome/Nickel
• Case: FCS Strat/Tele Black

Neck

• Style: Custom Neck – 1969 Strat RW CC/Relic
• Wood: Maple Rift Sawn, Rosewood AAA 9 mm Fingerboard
• Finish: Medium Tint, Painted Head Cap (Matching Paisley/Floral)
• Shape: 1963 Strat Style “C”
• Radius: 9.5"
• Frets: 21, Narrow Tall / 6105
• Nut Width: 1.650" (Bone)
• Thickness: .810" @ 1st / .970" @ 12th
• Truss Rod: Late ’60s
• Dots: Mother of Pearl (Face 7 mm / Side 3⁄32")
• String Guide: AM Vintage 65+ Nylon Spring CC
• Plate / Bolts: Engraved LTD Ed Chrome CC / 4-Bolt
• Notes: Unfinished neck back, LTD decal

• Bridge: Custom Shop Vintage Strat CC
• Output Jack: Vintage Strat CC
• Back Plate / Trem Cover: Strat Parch Relic
• Tremolo Arm: Vintage ’60s CC, White Tip
• Tuners: Schaller F Key CC
• Plating: Chrome/Nickel
• String Gauge: .010–.046
• Hardware Notes: Closet Classic Metal / Relic Plastic Parts

• Pickguard: Custom ’63–’76 Strat PBP Nitro Relic
• Neck Pickup: Hand-Wound ’69 Strat CC
• Middle Pickup: Hand-Wound Strat Fat ’50s MID CC
• Bridge Pickup: Hand-Wound Strat Texas Special BRG CC
• Switch: 5-Way Lever CRL, Vintage White Tip
• Knobs: Vintage White Relic (Vol / Tone)
• Wiring: Strat Vintage Mod Wiring #2 CC
• Pots: 250 K 10% Taper × 3
• Options: Matching Paisley/Floral Pickguard, Relic Covers / Knobs / Tips

• Included: FCS Strat/Tele Black Case, Certificate of Authenticity, Strap, Trem Arm
• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Plating: Chrome/Nickel
• Finish Package: Journeyman Relic w/ Closet Classic Hardware
• Perfect for collectors and professional players