Fender Vintera III Late '50s Stratocaster Electric Guitar - Aztec Gold with Gig Bag

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The Fender Vintera III Late ’50s Stratocaster captures the feel of a great vintage Strat in a way that immediately connects with players chasing classic Fender character. There’s a certain snap and openness to the way this guitar responds that feels unmistakably rooted in the golden era of late-’50s electric guitars. Chords ring with clarity and dimension, single notes bloom with that familiar bell-like sparkle, and every position on the pickup selector carries its own distinct personality. It’s the kind of instrument that encourages expressive playing, rewarding subtle touch and dynamics with tones that feel alive and deeply musical.

In the hands, the guitar feels comfortably familiar from the very first chord. The late-’50s neck profile has a smooth, substantial feel without becoming bulky, offering the kind of natural grip that makes both rhythm playing and lead work feel effortless. Combined with the vintage-inspired fingerboard radius and taller frets, bends feel smooth and vocal while chords retain that classic Fender comfort and response. There’s an organic balance here between vintage authenticity and modern playability that makes the instrument feel inspiring instead of restrictive.

The Vintera III delivers everything players love about a great Stratocaster; glassy highs, woody mids, and a dynamic attack that shifts beautifully with your picking hand. Push it into overdrive and it responds with a sweet, articulate breakup that’s perfect for blues, classic rock, country, surf, and beyond. The vintage-style tremolo adds an expressive shimmer to chords and lead lines, while the overall resonance and feel make this a guitar that invites long sessions and constant exploration. Available now at Haggerty’s Music.

Features / Specs

Highlights

• Series: Vintera III
• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Color: Aztec Gold

Body

• Body Material: Alder
• Body Top Material: Alder
• Body Finish: Gloss Polyester
• Body Shape: Stratocaster
• Body Style: Solid

Neck

• Headstock Type: Stratocaster
• Neck Material: One-Piece Maple
• Neck Shape:  Late '50s D
• Neck Finish: Gloss Urethane
• Neck Depth: 0.846" at 1st Fret, 0.944" at 12th Fret
• Neck Construction: Bolt-On
• Fingerboard Radius: 7.25"
• Fingerboard Material: Maple
• Position Inlays: Black Dot
• Side Dots: Black
• Number of Frets: 21
• Truss Rod Style: Vintage-Style Butt Adjust
• Truss Rod Nut: Vintage-Style Butt Adjust
• Nut Material: Bone
• Nut Width: 1.650"
• Fret Size: Vintage Tall
• Scale Length: 25.5"

Hardware

• Bridge: 6-Saddle Vintage-Style 
• Bridge Cover/Tail Piece: Synchronized Tremolo
• Bridge Mounting: 6-Screw Vintage-Style
• Pickguard: 1-Ply White
• Pickup Covers: Parchment
• Control Knobs: Parchment Plastic
• Switch Tip: Parchment
• Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
• Tuning Machines: Fender Vintage-Style
• String Trees: Butterfly
• Strings: Fender USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges)
• Tremolo Arm: Screw-In
• Neck Plate: 4-Bolt
• Strap Buttons: Vintage Style
• Output Jack: 1/4" Front Side

Electronics

• Pickup Configuration: SSS
• Neck Pickup: Vintage-Style Late '50s Single-Coil Strat
• Middle Pickup: Vintage-Style Late '50s Single-Coil Strat
• Bridge Pickup: Vintage-Style Late '50s Single-Coil Strat
• Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1. (Neck/Middle Pickups), Tone 2. (Bridge Pickup) 
• Switching: 5-Position Blade:
  • Position 1. Bridge Pickup
  • Position 2. Bridge and Middle Pickup
  • Position 3. Middle Pickup
  • Position 4. Middle and Neck Pickup
  • Position 5. Neck Pickup
• Auxiliary Switching: None

Miscellaneous

• Accessories: Tools
• Case/Gig Bag: Gig Bag
• Serial Number: MX26037213
• Manufacture Date: 2026