
Gear Trends·July 19, 20265 min
Fender's Stratocaster C&D Wave: What It Means for Collectors
In July 2026, Fender issued cease-and-desist letters to 17 major guitar brands over alleged unauthorized use of the Stratocaster body shape,
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In July 2026, Fender issued cease-and-desist letters to 17 major guitar brands over alleged unauthorized use of the Stratocaster body shape,
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Vintage Fender Stratocasters remain among the most actively traded collectible guitars in 2026, but the market has shifted meaningfully over
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Used Fender guitars are appreciating faster than their new counterparts in 2026, driven by a combination of quality-control concerns on curr
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Used Fender guitars are outperforming new retail options in 2026, with the secondhand market offering better value, faster appreciation, and
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