2003 Fender Special Edition Splatter Stratocaster Electric Guitar - Dakota Red with Gig Bag - Used

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This used 7.4 lb Fender will ship insured, fully set up, and inspected from Rapid City, SD. This guitar is in excellent condition with a scratch on the back of the headstock, and a missing tremolo arm.

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Players who want an instrument that stands out both visually and historically will immediately connect with this 2003 Fender Special Edition Splatter Stratocaster, available now at Haggerty’s Music. Built as part of a limited FSR run from Fender’s Ensenada factory, this model takes the timeless Stratocaster platform and injects it with bold, artistic personality — making it as much a statement piece as it is a player’s guitar.

What truly sets this instrument apart is its hand-painted splatter finish layered over Dakota Red, ensuring that no two guitars are exactly alike. Each instrument from this short-lived run carries its own unique pattern, giving it a one-of-a-kind, gallery-worthy aesthetic. As these models become harder to find, they’ve developed a growing following among collectors and players who appreciate Fender’s more experimental and creative projects.

Beyond its striking appearance, this Stratocaster delivers the familiar feel and tone that have made the model a cornerstone of modern music. The alder body and traditional SSS pickup configuration provide classic chime, clarity, and versatility, while the comfortable Modern “C” neck and 9.5" radius fingerboard offer smooth, approachable playability. Whether you’re drawn to it for its collectible nature or its reliable performance, this Splatter Strat is a rare blend of artistry, history, and everyday usability.

Features / Specs

Highlights

• Series: Fender FSR Limited Edition
• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Color: Dakota Red with Hand-Painted Multi-Color Splatter

Body

• Body Material: Alder
• Body Finish: Gloss
• Body Shape: Stratocaster
• Body Style: Solidbody

Neck

• Headstock Type: Standard Stratocaster (6-in-a-Line)
• Neck Material: Maple
• Neck Shape: Modern “C”
• Neck Finish: Satin Polyurethane
• Neck Depth: 0.838” at 1st Fret, 0.894” at 12th Fret
• Neck Construction: Bolt-On
• Fingerboard Radius: 9.5”
• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
• Position Inlays: White Dots
• Side Dots: White
• Number of Frets: 22
• Truss Rod Style: Standard
• Truss Rod Nut: Headstock Access
• Nut Material: Synthetic Bone
• Nut Width: 1.65”
• Fret Size: Vintage
• Scale Length: 25.5”

Hardware

• Bridge: Vintage Style Synchronized Tremolo
• Bridge Cover/Tail Piece: None
• Bridge Mounting: 6-Screw
• Pickguard: 3-Ply Black
• Pickup Covers: Black with Exposed Poles
• Control Knobs: Black Plastic Strat-Style Knobs
• Switch Tip: Black
• Hardware Finish: Chrome
• Tuning Machines: Fender Closed-Gear
• String Trees: Butterfly Wing
• Tremolo Arm: Compatible, Not Included
• Neck Plate: 4-Bolt
• Strap Buttons: Standard
• Output Jack: Front-Mounted Barrel

Electronics

• Pickup Configuration: SSS
• Neck Pickup: Fender Standard Single Coil
• Middle Pickup: Fender Standard Single Coil
• Bridge Pickup: Fender Standard Single Coil
• Controls: Volume, Tone, Tone 2
• Switching: 5-Way Blade
• Auxiliary Switching: None

Miscellaneous

• Accessories: None
• Case/Gig Bag: Gig Bag
• Serial Number: MZ3091592
• Manufacture Date: 2003