Specifications:
Model: Fender Custom Shop Masterbuilt '57 Reissue Stratocaster Relic
Master Builder: Jason Smith
Year: 2016
Finish: Shell Pink Relic (Nitrocellulose Lacquer)
Body: 2-Piece Ash
Neck: 5/4 Quartersawn Maple, Dated 1/18/2020
Neck Shape: Soft 'V' (Period-Correct '57 Spec)
Fingerboard: Maple
Frets: 6105
Nut Width: 1.65"
Radius: 9.5” (Modern Playability with Vintage Feel)
Inlays: Black Micarta Dots
Pickups: Fender Custom Shop Ancho Poblano Hand-Wound Pickups
Neck: Ancho Poblano
Middle: Ancho Poblano
Bridge: Ancho Poblano
Electronics:
Original 5-Way CRL Switch
Original CTS Pots
Hardware: 6105
Pickguard: Single-Ply White (Original)
Bridge: Vintage-Style Tremolo with Bridge Cover
Tuners: Kluson-Style Vintage Fender Tuners
Weight: 6lbs 14oz (Ultra-Light, Resonant Body)
Case: Original Fender Tweed Hardshell Case
 
Personal Thoughts:
This Masterbuilt Jason Smith '57 Reissue Stratocaster in Shell Pink is one of those guitars that just oozes vibe and vintage mojo while offering modern playability and a lightweight, resonant feel. The Shell Pink relic job is spot-on, with beautiful lacquer checking, subtle wear, and just the right amount of aging to feel broken in without being overdone.
 
Weight-wise, at 6lbs 14oz, this is one of the lightest '57 Reissues you'll find, making it super comfortable for long gigs or studio sessions. The 2-piece ash body resonates beautifully, giving you a lively, airy top-end response with plenty of dynamic range.
The 5/4 quartersawn maple neck is rock solid and has that classic '57 soft V profile, which feels incredibly comfortable in the hand—chunky enough for support but still quick for leads and bends.
 
Tonally, the Ancho Poblano pickups are absolute magic. These are some of Fender’s most dynamic and touch-sensitive single-coils, with overwound specs for extra bite, growl, and warmth. The neck pickup is full and glassy, the middle pickup delivers classic Strat quack, and the bridge pickup has extra heat and presence, making this a perfect Strat for blues, rock, funk, and even heavier styles when pushed. The CTS pots and CRL 5-way switch ensure perfect taper and reliability, keeping your tone dialed in at every setting.
 
This is a Strat that plays, sounds, and feels like a dream—if you're into lightweight, resonant, ultra-responsive Custom Shop guitars, this one is an absolute gem.
 
Condition Report:
This Masterbuilt Jason Smith '57 Reissue Stratocaster Relic is in excellent condition, with no additional wear beyond the factory-applied relic aging. The Shell Pink finish looks incredible, with natural-looking lacquer checking and subtle relic wear that makes it feel like a true vintage piece.
 
The frets are in pristine condition, and the neck is smooth, fast, and free from any excessive wear. The hardware has the perfect level of factory aging, and all electronics function flawlessly, with zero noise, smooth volume/tone control, and a crisp 5-way switch.
 
This guitar comes complete with its original tweed Fender hardshell case, COA, all original paperwork, trem arm, bridge cover, making it a serious collector’s piece as well as an incredible player’s guitar.
 
If you’re after a Masterbuilt Fender with top-tier tone, lightweight resonance, and a stunning Shell Pink relic finish, this '57 Reissue by Jason Smith is an absolute dream Strat.