The Fender Road Worn series quickly earned a reputation as one of the best-value vintage-inspired Stratocasters Fender has produced. Combining classic '50s styling, a nitrocellulose lacquer finish and a genuinely broken-in feel, these guitars have become favourites among players looking for vintage vibe without vintage prices.

This 2008 example is finished in Black and features a comfortable maple Soft "V" neck and maple fingerboard, along with an upgraded Bare Knuckle Mother's Milk neck pickup that sounds absolutely superb. The pickup pairs brilliantly with the original Tex-Mex pickups, delivering everything from glassy cleans to punchy blues and classic rock tones.

These really are fantastic guitars for the money. Lightweight, resonant and comfortable, with a neck that feels instantly familiar, it's easy to see why the Road Worn models have developed such a loyal following.

A brilliant player's Strat that looks, sounds and feels exactly as a Road Worn should.