Gibsonia, PA, United States
About this listing
1996 Fender Custom Shop '60s Reissue Stratocaster NOS – Lake Placid Blue – COAMake an offer on this 1996 Fender Custom Shop '60s Reissue Stratocaster NOS in the iconic and desirable Lake Placid Blue finish with gold hardware. Weight is 7 lbs. 13.9 oz.This dates from the John Page golden era of the Fender Custom Shop -- a period when Custom Shop production was comparatively limited and craftsmanship was largely hand-driven.Pickups and electronics are 100% original except the lower tone control is wired to the bridge pickup. As the photos show, the neck figuring is a particular standout on this guitar.The guitar was professionally refretted in 2023 with medium jumbo frets, and the frets show practically no wear. It plays like a dream. The NOS ("New Old Stock") finish has a few nicks and dings, consistent with having been played over the last 30+ years -- but by no means abused. Pictures show the few dings and paint chips. The back trem cover is included with all original screws.A replacement Fender Custom Shop Certificate of Authenticity is included. The sale includes a non-original genuine Fender-branded Custom Shop G&G tweed hardshell case. The case has a small punch hole in the back as shown. The guitar parted company with its case candy long ago. The neck is full but very comfortable. It is a tone monster -- full and thick mids, smooth highs, and tons of sustain. Shipping is a flat $100 in the CONUS. No international shipping.
Original Price$3,595
$300 price drop
New Price$3,295
+ $100 Shipping
