Fender Custom Shop 1968 Stratocaster DLX Closet Classic Maple Neck – Aged Vintage White w/Case
Weight: 8 lbs 1 oz

Overview:
Step back into the golden era of Strat® with the Fender Custom Shop 1968 Stratocaster DLX Closet Classic. This limited-edition instrument captures the spirit, sound, and feel of the late ‘60s Strat, masterfully blending vintage character with Custom Shop craftsmanship. Finished in Aged Vintage White and delicately aged for that “loved but not abused” look, this guitar oozes subtle mojo—perfect for players and collectors alike.

Key Features:

  • Deluxe Closet Classic Aging: Moderate finish checking, hardware oxidization, and light parts discoloration for a gently aged, authentic vibe
  • Premium Tonewoods: Two-piece select alder body, flat-sawn maple neck with round-lam maple fingerboard
  • Classic 1968-1969 Feel: “U” profile neck, 9.5" fingerboard radius, 21 narrow tall (6105) frets
  • Hand-Wound Pickups: Three Custom Shop ‘69 Underwound Stratocaster pickups for glassy highs, rich lows, and expressive, dynamic response
  • Period-Correct Appointments: Vintage synchronized tremolo, Schaller “F” tuners, three-ply parchment pickguard, and ‘68-’69 Strat wiring

Specifications:

  • Body: 2-piece select alder
  • Finish: Deluxe Closet Classic lacquer, Aged Vintage White
  • Neck: Flat-sawn maple, ‘68-‘69-style “U” profile
  • Fingerboard: Round-lam maple, 9.5” radius, 21 narrow tall (6105) frets
  • Nut: Bone
  • Neck Finish: Period-correct polyurethane
  • Pickups: Custom Shop hand-wound ‘69 Underwound Stratocaster (neck, middle, bridge)
  • Controls: Volume, 2 x Tone, 5-way selector
  • Wiring: Vintage ‘68-‘69 Stratocaster
  • Pickguard: 3-ply parchment
  • Bridge: Custom Shop vintage synchronized tremolo
  • Tuners: Schaller® “F” tuners
  • String Tree: Wing string tree with nylon spacer
  • Case: Deluxe hardshell case included
  • Accessories: Strap, certificate of authenticity

Why Buy from Tone Shop Guitars?

  • Authorized Fender Custom Shop dealer with deep expertise
  • Every guitar carefully inspected, set up, and ready to play
  • Trusted by thousands of players across Texas and nationwide
  • Knowledgeable, friendly team—here to help you find the perfect instrument

Bring home the unmistakable vibe and tone of a late-‘60s Strat—expertly crafted by Fender Custom Shop and available now at Tone Shop Guitars!

ConditionBrand New (New)
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Brand
Model
  • Custom Shop '68 Reissue Stratocaster Closet Classic
Finish
  • Classic
Categories
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Body Shape
  • S-Style
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Body Type
  • Solid Body
Series
Finish Features
  • Relic
Model Family
Neck Construction
  • Bolt-On
Number of Frets
  • 21

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