Fender Custom Shop 1967 Esquire Relic® – Masterbuilt by Jason Smith – Specs, Tone & Limited EditionIntroduction

The Fender Custom Shop 1967 Esquire Relic®, Masterbuilt by Jason Smith, is a highly collectible limited edition guitar built for the NAMM Show 2011.

As one of the most respected Master Builders at the Fender Custom Shop in Corona, California, Jason Smith crafted this instrument with exceptional attention to detail, combining vintage accuracy with modern versatility.

This is Limited Edition #88, complete with its original Fender Certificate of Authenticity.

Key Features

• Fender Custom Shop ’67 Esquire Relic®
• Masterbuilt by Jason Smith
• Limited Edition #88 (NAMM 2011)
• Shoreline Gold Relic finish
• Ash body with quartersawn maple neck
• Rosewood fingerboard
• Mid ’60s Oval “C” neck profile
• Original Fender Custom Shop case and COA included
• Fully reversible Esquire / Telecaster configuration

Unique Configuration

Originally designed as a single-pickup Esquire, this guitar was factory-routed for a neck pickup—a rare and highly desirable feature on Custom Shop Esquire models.

This allows the instrument to be used:

• in traditional Esquire configuration
• or as a full Telecaster-style two-pickup guitar

The guitar is sold complete with a neck pickup, dedicated pickguard for the dual-pickup setup, and all original Fender parts for full reversibility.

Sound Character

This instrument combines classic Fender tone with high-end boutique performance.

Equipped with Peter Florance pickups, it delivers:

• authentic vintage twang
• exceptional dynamics and touch sensitivity
• outstanding clarity and harmonic richness

A perfect balance between vintage character and modern responsiveness, ideal for studio work and live performance.

Technical Specifications

• Model: Fender Custom Shop ’67 Esquire Relic®
• Masterbuilder: Jason Smith
• Year: 2011 (NAMM Limited Edition)
• Body: Ash
• Neck: Quartersawn maple
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Neck profile: Mid ’60s Oval “C”
• Radius: 7.25”
• Frets: Vintage
• Finish: Shoreline Gold Relic lacquer
• Hardware: Vintage-style

Pickups

Currently installed:

• Bridge: Peter Florance TE60
• Neck: Peter Florance Long Neck

The original Fender Texas Special bridge pickup is included, allowing the instrument to be returned to factory specifications.

History of the Fender Esquire

The Fender Esquire was one of the first solid-body electric guitars ever produced by Fender, introduced in the early 1950s.

Originally designed as a single-pickup instrument, it became known for its simplicity, direct tone and raw character.

Custom Shop versions, especially Masterbuilt instruments like this one, are highly sought after for their craftsmanship, tone and limited production.

Who is this guitar for?

This Fender Custom Shop Esquire is perfect for:

• vintage and Custom Shop collectors
• professional musicians
• players seeking premium Tele-style tone
• investors looking for limited edition instruments

Condition

• Excellent condition
• Original Fender Custom Shop relic finish
• No issues, fully functional

Case & Accessories

• Original Fender Custom Shop hardshell case
• Certificate of Authenticity
• Original Fender parts included
• Boutique Peter Florance pickups installed

Conclusion

A rare and highly desirable Fender Custom Shop Masterbuilt instrument, combining vintage style, modern versatility and strong collectible value.

An exceptional guitar for players and collectors seeking quality, tone and exclusivity.

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