Fender 65 Strat BLK Journeyman Relic

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Fender 65 Strat BLK Journeyman Relic

Fender

65 Strat BLK Journeyman Relic

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 599044
Brand: Fender
Model: 65 Strat BLK Journeyman Relic
Price: $5,718.90

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This is a seriously dialed-in Strat, offering that classic Fender vibe with a comfortable neck and killer pickups. The relic’d aesthetic is spot-on for players chasing that well-worn, vintage feel. It’s a premium-priced instrument ideal for players who prioritize authentic vintage tone and feel over modern versatility.

Product Description

  • Fender 65 Strat BLK Journeyman Relic
  • Electric Guitar
  • Custom Shop model
  • Two-piece body: Selected alder
  • Bolt-on neck: Plain Grain maple
  • Fingerboard: 9 mm AAA rosewood
  • Neck profile: '65 Strat "C"
  • Fingerboard radius: 241 mm
  • Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
  • 21 Narrow Tall 6105 frets
  • Nut: Bone
  • Pickup: 3 Hand-wound Custom Shop '60 Stratocaster single coils
  • 1 Volume and 2 tone controls
  • 5-Way switch
  • 3-Ply parchment pickguard
  • Custom Shop vintage synchronised tremolo
  • Vintage-style machine heads
  • Nickel hardware
  • Finish: Journeyman Relic
  • Colour: 3-Colour Sunburst
  • Includes Deluxe hardshell case
  • Made in USA
PROS
  • • Hand-wound '60s Strat pickups deliver authentic, bell-like clarity and warmth.
  • • The '65 C-shape neck offers exceptional comfort and playability for a vintage feel.
  • • Journeyman Relic finish replicates aged instruments, adding character and mojo.
  • • 9mm rosewood fretboard provides a comfortable, familiar vintage Strat feel.
CONS
  • • The relic'd finish, while aesthetically pleasing, may not appeal to all players.
  • • The vintage tremolo system can be finicky and requires careful setup and maintenance.
  • • The shorter 648mm scale length might feel cramped for players with larger hands.

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Key Features

Body Material Selected Alder
Neck Material Plain Grain Maple
Fingerboard 9mm AAA Rosewood
Pickups 3 Hand-wound Custom Shop '60 Stratocaster Single Coils
Scale Length 648mm (25.5")
Frets 21 Narrow Tall 6105
Bridge Custom Shop Vintage Synchronised Tremolo
Weight 8.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Journeyman Relic is more subtle – it's meant to look like a guitar that's been played for years, not brand new from the factory.
The frets are rolled, contributing to a smoother feel and easier bending, a hallmark of vintage-style Stratocasters.
The vintage trem is less stable than a modern two-point, offering a more classic, floating feel, but requiring more attentive setup to prevent tuning issues.

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