Fender Custom Shop '62/'63 Stratocaster Electric Guitar - Dakota Red, Super Heavy Relic

Vintage Soul with Masterbuilt Precision

The Fender NAMM 2026 Custom Shop '62/'63 Stratocaster in Dakota Red captures the essence of early-'60s Strat tone and feel, elevated through meticulous Custom Shop craftsmanship. Finished in a stunning nitrocellulose lacquer with Super Heavy Relic aging, this instrument delivers the look, resonance, and character of a well-loved vintage original paired with modern playability and precision.

FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS

• Model Code: 9231017116
• Body Wood: GTR & Bass Alder
• Finish: Nitro Lacquer – Super Heavy Relic
• Neck: Maple 5/4 Quarter Sawn
• Neck Profile: '63 Strat Style "C"
• Fingerboard: Guitar CITES Rosewood AAA (9mm)
• Fingerboard Radius: 9.50"
• Frets: 21, Narrow Tall (6105)
• Nut: Bone, Width 1.650"
• Tuning Keys: Vintage w/ Fender Logo Relic

PICKUPS & ELECTRONICS

• Neck Pickup: HW 60/63 Strat NK REL
• Middle Pickup: HW 60/63 Strat MID RWRP REL
• Bridge Pickup: HW 60/63 Strat BRG REL
• Controls: 1 × Volume, 2 × Tone
• Pickup Switching: 5-Way Lever Control

HARDWARE & PERFORMANCE

• Bridge: American Vintage Strat Bridge Relic
• Hardware Finish: Chrome/Nickel
• Case: FCS Strat/Tele Brown
• Designed for authentic vintage tone with modern reliability
• Super Heavy Relic treatment for true aged aesthetic and feel

ENQUIRE NOW

• Limited NAMM 2026 Exclusive release
• Ideal for collectors, professionals, and vintage enthusiasts
• Contact us for availability, pricing, and reservation