Fender American Vintage II 1965 Stratocaster Electric Guitar in Sonic Blue with Rosewood Fingerboard

The Fender American Vintage II '65 Stratocaster is a meticulously crafted recreation of the iconic 1965 Stratocaster, capturing the transitional design elements that made this era of Fender instruments so influential. This electric guitar features an alder body with a gloss lacquer finish, designed to allow the wood to vibrate more freely for enhanced resonance and tonal richness. The instrument pays homage to the mid-1960s period when the Stratocaster was evolving into rock music's definitive electric guitar, complete with authentic cosmetic details and hardware specifications. Key features include a medium 'C' shaped maple neck with a round-laminated rosewood fingerboard, providing a comfortable playing feel with a slightly larger profile than earlier '60s models. The guitar is equipped with three Pure Vintage '65 Gray-Bottom single-coil pickups that deliver the powerful, clean tones characteristic of mid-1960s surf rock. A vintage-accurate synchronized tremolo bridge offers classic vibrato effects while maintaining reliable tuning stability. Additional period details include an 11-hole three-ply white pickguard, vintage-style black case, transition logo with larger lettering, and 7mm white pearloid dot inlays. This instrument is particularly suited to players seeking authentic vintage tone and feel without the wear and tear of original instruments. The 7.25" fingerboard radius and vintage tall frets facilitate comfortable chord playing and bending techniques. With its bone nut, vintage-style tuning machines, and Fender USA 250R nickel-plated steel strings (.010-.046 gauges), this Stratocaster offers a complete vintage playing experience. The five-position blade switching provides classic Stratocaster pickup combinations, making it versatile for various musical styles from clean rhythm work to expressive lead playing.