Specs
Model: 1962 Reissue Stratocaster JRNY Relic (Limited Edition)
Finish: Dirty Shell Pink (JRNY Relic)
Body: Alder
Neck: Maple, '60s Oval C Profile
Fingerboard: Maple, 21 Medium Jumbo Frets
Inlays: Black Dot
Bridge: Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo
Pickups: Fender Custom Shop Hand-Wound Bone Tone
Controls: 1 Volume, 2 Tone, 5-Way Selector Switch
Nut Width: 1.625”
Scale Length: 25.5”
Tuners: Vintage-Style Kluson
Case: Fender Custom Shop Hardshell Case
 
Personal Reflection
This Dirty Shell Pink 1962 Reissue JRNY Relic Stratocaster from Fender’s Custom Shop is a modern classic that combines retro charm with Custom Shop craftsmanship. The JRNY Relic finish gives it the look and feel of a well-loved, gigged guitar, complete with subtle checking, wear, and light dings that add character while preserving structural integrity. The Dirty Shell Pink finish stands out as one of the most sought-after Custom Shop colors, giving this Strat an eye-catching, vintage-cool aesthetic.
The maple neck not only adds visual appeal with its rich figuring but also provides enhanced stability and resonance. The '60s Oval C neck profile offers a familiar, comfortable grip, perfect for rhythm and lead players alike. The Custom Shop Hand-Wound '60s Strat pickups deliver bell-like clarity, glassy cleans, and a smooth overdriven tone that embodies the classic Strat sound. From blues to rock, jazz to pop, this Stratocaster is built to inspire.
Ben praised the Dirty Shell Pink finish as “absolutely killer,” noting that it’s one of the most striking relic finishes he's seen. He also highlighted the maple neck, saying it “feels fast, smooth, and incredibly solid,” while the hand-wound bone tone pickups deliver "that unmistakable chime and spank that only a Custom Shop Strat can achieve."
 
Condition Report
This guitar is in excellent condition, with the relic wear being factory-applied as part of the JRNY Relic treatment. The Dirty Shell Pink finish has intentional finish checking, light dings, and wear, all of which are part of the Custom Shop's artistic aging process. The frets are in superb condition, ensuring smooth playability, and the electronics are fully functional, delivering the signature Strat clarity and tone. The maple neck and fingerboard are clean, and the tuners and hardware operate perfectly. This is a unique, collector-grade Custom Shop Stratocaster with a striking finish, hand-wound pickups, and vintage appeal.