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No dirt, polyurethane or shoe polish used in any of our relics. We added "mojo" with pigment, and texture, to realistically replicate age and feel of that old heavy relic guitar you've always wanted but couldn't afford. No expense in quality or time was spared to get that custom shop look, feel and sound without shelling out $4-7K. Make Guitarwacky’s Custom Relics your “affordable” alternative. Guitarwacky Custom Relic Finishes ages-the finest affordable American Fender Relic Stratocasters and Telecasters on the market today-with the exception of metal flake finishes; typically under $1500.

Just completed: 7lb 14oz-2009 Fender American Standard Telecaster Custom Relic Blue Sparkle. This stunning nitrocellulose lacquer finish was professionally and artfully aged by hand to give you that to hell and back relic feel.  Guitarwacky custom finish's are top quality, cutting-edge and proprietary. The sub-base coat is gold pearl; like patina shining through the around finish wear. Blue pearl lacquer base coat over the gold pearl. The final metal flake coats were Blakes-.015 Stratosphere Blue Light. Blake pearls and paints are the essence of 50's-60's cool vintage vibe. This faded vintage lavander just pops!

Next, the body received the ultimate Guitarwacky proprietary pigment age treatment including vintage finish checking. The maple neck is marvelous vintage smokey with micro linear lacquer finish checking on the head stock and complete back. The finish product is authentic and gorgeous; see for yourself.  Don't forget to checkout our other affordable relics, then follow us to be notified when guitars are listed;Google us! Also check our recent relic sales feedback w/links included below.

Guitarwacky aged pick guard completes this incredible guitar. Frets dressed and polished and the guitar will arrive freshly setup and ready to play. This beauty is powered by original Fender Standard pickups. Aged vintage tuners and slinky 09’s; she’s ready to go! Saddles, screws and hardware were aged and sealed, so that they will look tomorrow, the way they look today for years to come. Contact us if you need a specific picture taken.

Understanding the significance of quality, Guitarwacky Custom relics are flawlessly detailed by artisans whose love for guitar can only be measured by the level of detail embodied within their relic art. This strat arrives in a New Fender Tweed hard shell case pictured.

Shipping! No worries here! We loosen string tension then professionally pack using brand new guitar boxes. Don't worry-No packing peanuts.  

Guaranteed to love your guitar or just send it back in same condition received within three days for a full refund(minus delivery shipping).

Recent client feedback with guitar links; check them out!:

Fender Telecaster American Performer Relic 2019 Lavander Purple Sparkle Duncan Tele Stack

Edward B. – Jul 11th, 2020

The finish work on this guitar is absolutely outstanding! Truly a unique, well-done refinish and relic. I would wager if I put this next to my CS Tele, many people would have difficulty telling them apart!

Fender Stratocaster Relic Nitro Green Sparkle Custom Shop Fat 50's

Thanks again, looks great

June 28, 2020 by Adam Ryan

American Fender Stratocaster Relic Custom Nitro Pink Sparkle HSS CS Texas Specials

Chris S. – Jun 21st, 2020

Great guitar . Sounds great, plays great , looks amazing and unique . Seller was quick and helpful with answers and shipped fast. Would buy again from him.

American Fender Telecaster 2019 Custom Heavy Relic Nitro Blue Sparkle

Brent M. – May 5th, 2020

Super fast shipping. Arrived in excellent shape! Thanks!

Fender American Stratocaster Heavy Relic Shell Pink Eric Johnson Pups Maple Neck

Jaime H. – Apr 6th, 2020

Great guitar and great seller. Good communication and fast shipment with well protected packaging. Thanks!

American Fender Custom Telecaster 2017 Magenta Sparkle Heavy Relic Lindy Fralins

Kevin M. – Mar 13th, 2020

The relic is absolutely beautiful! And the finish feels wonderful. I tech for the band Lit and the bass player gets relic basses from the fender custom shop, I believe your quality is WAY better.  I would definitely buy another guitar from you. It looks and sounds awesome. My buddy that has a recording studio was super impressed. It is pairing nicely with my Bad Cat Black Cat combo. I finally have my dream rig!
If you ever get another tele, let me know.
Thanks!

American Fender Stratocaster Heavy Relic Nitro Sunburst HSS CS Texas Specials

Patrick O. – Mar 4th, 2020

This thing is unreal. I’m selling all my other guitars, well except maybe 2 -3 others. For sure on par or surpass the F shop for 3-4x more. Thanks again Bob. If you ever do a relic paisley under vintage cream or light blue let me know.
American Fender Stratocaster Heavy Relic Nitro Sunburst HSS CS Texas Specials
Patrick O. – Mar 4th, 2020

Thanks amazing looking and sounding guitar ...for the price you can’t beat it , if fender made this relic style it would cost easily $4k-$7k

American Fender Stratocaster Relic Nitro Lime Squeezer Green Sparkle SSS-CS 54'S

David A. – Feb 13th, 2020

Thanks for the awesome relic. This guitar plays amazing. Done right for 1/3 of the price of a custom shop Strat. He doesn’t claim them to be custom shop either, but they are just as good if not better. More unique for sure. Artfully done and quality. Was setup ready to play when I opened up the case.

American Fender Stratocaster Sunburst Heavy Relic CS Texas Specials

Andrew T. – Feb 6th, 2020

Amazing relic work. This guitar is magnificently aged and plays like a dream! Would definitely purchase another one or two from GuitarWacky!! Thanks Again Bob!!!

Fender American Stratocaster Magenta Sparkle Heavy Relic Custom Shop Texas Specials

Alex D. – Jan 29th, 2020

Fantastic guitar! Very pleasantly surprised how smooth the relic job feels. Plays and sounds like a dream with the custom shop pickups. I set the guitar up for half-step down tuning with the 9's strings it shipped with and haven't had any tuning or intonation issues whatsoever! Would definitely consider purchasing from Bob again. Thanks!!

American Fender Stratocaster Silver Sparkle Heavy Relic Custom Shop Texas Specials HSS

Todd N. – Jan 26th, 2020

Thank you, Bob! It is absolutely gorgeous and sounds fabulous.
 

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Listed4 years ago
ConditionExcellent (Used)
Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • Telecaster
Finish
  • Blue Sparkle
Categories
Year
  • 2009
Made In
  • United States
Body Type
  • Solid Body

Guitarwacky Relic Guitars

New City, NY, United States
Sales:177
Joined Reverb:2016

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