As part of Fender's Custom Shop series, this model is meticulously built to replicate the look and feel of a 1967 Stratocaster that has seen decades of use. The "Heavy Relic" treatment involves artificially aging the guitar to give it the appearance of heavy wear, including a well-worn finish, dings, scratches, and an oxidized hardware look. It features period-correct specifications like a select alder body, and a maple neck with a round-laminated rosewood fingerboard. Aside from aesthetics you can expect a higher level of quality from items given the custom shop treatment, along with an added bit of nuance to the sound and style. The action is sitting at a medium spot, and feels great to play, without any notes bottoming out.
OHSC and COA included.