Fender Custom Shop '64 Stratocaster Journeyman Relic 2020 – Sonic Blue w/ AA Flame Maple Neck, COA & OHSC

A breathtaking 2020 Fender Custom Shop '64 Stratocaster Journeyman Relic in iconic Sonic Blue. Crafted in Corona, California, this instrument perfectly captures the golden era transition-spec magic of the mid-1960s with custom-ordered modern playability upgrades.

The standout feature of this build is its stunning AA Flame Maple neck, showing rich figure up and down the back that catches the light beautifully under a comfortable satin/worn finish. The body features a light Journeyman Relic treatment with fine nitrocellulose lacquer checking, gentle edge wear, and lightly patinated hardware—giving it the authentic look and silky feel of a well-cared-for vintage original.

Tone & Playability

Equipped with hand-wound Custom Shop single-coil pickups, this '64 Strat delivers quintessential mid-'60s chime, glassy highs, and rich woody midrange warmth. The round-laminated rosewood fingerboard features comfortable dot inlays, a modern playing radius, and medium-vintage frets that make string bending exceptionally smooth while keeping chording effortless.

Condition & Functionality

• Cosmetics: Factory Journeyman Relic condition. Fine weather checking, subtle finish wear, and light oxidation on nickel/chrome hardware are 100% factory-original and intentional.

• Neck & Frets: The flame maple neck is straight, the truss rod adjusts perfectly, and the frets show essentially 100% of their playing life remaining with zero fret wear.

• Electronics: 100% factory original, untouched solder joints. Pots and 5-way selector switch operate silently and cleanly.

• Weight: 7.65 lbs.

What's Included

• 2020 Fender Custom Shop '64 Stratocaster Journeyman Relic

• Original Fender Custom Shop Deluxe Blonde Hardshell Case (Red plush interior)

• Original Leather Leather-Bound Folder containing Official Certificate of Authenticity (COA) dated 08/24/2020

• Original Factory Floor Traveler Spec Sheet

• Original Shop Floor / Inspection tags and Custom Shop Accessories Packet

Shipping Note

The guitar will be professionally packed inside its original hardshell case with strings detuned slightly prior to transit. Shipped fully tracked, registered, and insured with signature confirmation required upon delivery.