Custom Deluxe Stratocaster

Here’s a striking example of modern Fender craftsmanship — a Custom Shop Deluxe “Slab” Stratocaster finished in Sunset Orange Transparent over a beautifully figured flame maple top. Dating to the early 2010s, this model perfectly captures the spirit of a vintage Strat while incorporating the playability and precision expected from the Custom Shop. The gloss finish highlights the top’s deep, three-dimensional figuring with a warm amber hue, complemented by a dark rosewood fingerboard and tinted flame maple neck. Every detail speaks to Custom Shop excellence — from the engraved Custom Shop neck plate (serial #9970) to the vintage-style tuners with pearloid buttons and smooth nickel hardware. Tonally, this Strat delivers the best of both worlds: classic Fender sparkle and chime with added warmth and sustain from its premium tonewoods and hand-wound pickups. The 9.5" radius, medium-jumbo frets, and modern-vintage neck carve make for an exceptionally smooth and familiar feel, equally suited