Fender Custom Shop 1962 Stratocaster Heavy Relic Electric Guitar - Vintage White with Hardshell Case

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The Fender Custom Shop 1962 Stratocaster Heavy Relic in Vintage White is more than a guitar — it's a meticulously crafted homage to one of the most pivotal eras in Fender's storied legacy. Built by the expert luthiers of Fender's elite Custom Shop, this Stratocaster is the result of decades of refinement, passion, and an unwavering commitment to craftsmanship. Fender's Custom Shop was founded in 1987 as a way to provide musicians with the highest caliber instruments, hand-built to exacting standards and often tailored to vintage specifications or individual player needs. Since then, it has become the gold standard for premium electric guitars, catering to collectors, tone connoisseurs, and professional touring musicians alike.

The 1962 Stratocaster holds a special place in Fender's history. By this point, Leo Fender's revolutionary design had firmly taken root in music culture, becoming the instrument of choice for countless guitar legends. The '62 model, in particular, reflected subtle yet significant refinements to the Strat formula: a rosewood fingerboard for a warmer response, a slightly more contoured body for improved comfort, and a three-ply pickguard that defined its mid-century aesthetic. The Heavy Relic treatment applied to this guitar adds even more character, recreating the well-worn appearance and feel of a road-tested instrument that's spent decades on stages and in studios around the world. The finish checking, dings, and hardware patina aren't just cosmetic — they enhance the overall vibe, making this Strat feel like an old friend the moment it's in your hands.

Tonally, the Custom Shop '62 Heavy Relic Stratocaster is outfitted with a trio of hand-wound Poblano pickups, which are renowned for their spicy midrange growl, tight low end, and articulate highs. These pickups are calibrated to provide a dynamic response, delivering everything from shimmering cleans to searing leads with vintage-accurate voicing and clarity. The RWRP middle pickup offers hum-canceling capabilities in positions 2 and 4, preserving the iconic Strat "quack" tones while reducing noise. Whether you're a blues player seeking expressive bends and glassy sustain, a rock guitarist needing punch and articulation, or a studio musician craving versatility, this guitar delivers with elegance and power.

With its 9.5-inch fingerboard radius, medium vintage-style frets, and Oval "C" neck profile, the playability of this Stratocaster is both familiar and refined. It feels broken-in right out of the case, with the neck's worn-in satin finish inviting long sessions without fatigue. Paired with the American Vintage synchronized tremolo and aged hardware, the entire instrument responds like a vintage Strat should, with just the right amount of resistance and elasticity.

In short, the Fender Custom Shop 1962 Stratocaster Heavy Relic isn't just a recreation of a classic — it's a love letter to the golden era of electric guitar innovation. It blends the mojo of a bygone time with the precision and reliability of modern craftsmanship, resulting in an instrument that looks, feels, and sounds like it has stories to tell. For players who crave authenticity, character, and unmatched sonic flexibility, this Custom Shop Stratocaster is an inspiring companion that bridges the past and present with effortless style; available now at Haggerty’s Music.

Features / Specs

Highlights

• Series: Fender Custom Shop
• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Color: Vintage White

Body

• Body Material: Alder
• Body Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer (LAC), Heavy Relic
• Body Shape: Stratocaster
• Body Style: Solid Body

Neck

• Headstock Type: Standard Stratocaster
• Neck Material: Plain Grain Maple
• Neck Shape: 60s Style Oval "C"
• Neck Finish: Dark Tint Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Neck Depth: 0.790" at 1st Fret, 0.930" at 12th Fret
• Fingerboard Radius: 9.5"
• Fingerboard Material: AAA Rosewood
• Position Inlays: Micarta White Dots
• Side Dots: Micarta White
• Number of Frets: 21
• Truss Rod Style: Early '60s
• Truss Rod Nut: Vintage
• Nut Material: Bone
• Nut Width: 1.65"
• Fret Size: Vintage Upgrade (45085)
• Scale Length: 25.5"

Hardware

• Bridge: American Vintage Stratocaster Relic
• Bridge Cover/Tail Piece: Chrome Bridge Cover (Included, Not Installed)
• Bridge Mounting: 6-Screw Vintage
• Pickguard: ‘60s Strat Nitro GBG Relic
• Pickup Covers: Vintage White
• Control Knobs: Vintage White Strat-Style
• Switch Tip: Vintage White
• Hardware Finish: Chrome / Nickel
• Tuning Machines: Fender Vintage Closed-Gear
• String Trees: Dual Wing Butterfly
• Strings: .010 - .046
• Tremolo Arm: Vintage Upgraded '60s Relic
• Neck Plate: 4-Bolt
• Strap Buttons: Standard
• Output Jack: Side-Mounted 1/4"

Electronics

• Pickup Configuration: SSS
• Neck Pickup: Hand-Wound Poblano Stratocaster Relic
• Middle Pickup: Hand-Wound Poblano Stratocaster Relic (RWRP)
• Bridge Pickup: Hand-Wound Poblano Stratocaster Relic
• Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1, Tone 2
• Switching: 5-Way Blade Selector Switch
• Auxiliary Switching: None

Miscellaneous

• Accessories: Certificate of Authenticity, Strap, Adjustment Tools, Chrome Bridge Cover, Fender Literature
• Case/Gig Bag: Hardshell Case Included
• Serial Number: R148477
• Manufacture Date: 2026