Detail 01
11 mounting holes
Matches the modern American Standard screw pattern. Older 8-hole Strats will leave visible holes and misaligned screws.
Product detailSKU #1273888004331
FenderAmerican Standard Strat 11 Hole Pickguard Shell
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
An 11-hole pickguard for American Standard Stratocasters, cut for three single-coils. A direct swap for a damaged or worn guard.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Replacing a cracked, yellowed or scratched Strat pickguard
- Changing a guitar's look without touching wiring or hardware
- American Standard Strats with the 11-screw layout
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Vintage-style Strats with 8-hole screw patterns
- HSS or HH guitars — the pickup routes won't match
- Players wanting a tone change; this is cosmetic
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
SSS pickup cutouts
Three single-coil openings. A humbucker in any position won't clear the guard without cutting it.
Detail 03
Stratocaster shape
Follows the American Standard outline. Strat copies vary slightly at the horns and control area, so overhang is possible.
Detail 04
Shell material
Multi-ply celluloid-look pattern. Every sheet varies, so the pattern won't exactly match another shell guard.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Pickups, pots, switch and screws are not included — reuse your existing parts
- 02Count your screw holes before ordering; 8-hole Strats need a different guard
- 03Loosen strings and remove them to swap; you'll need to reset intonation-free but retune
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Will this fit my Squier or Mexican Strat?
Only if it has 11 screw holes and three single-coils. Screw spacing and horn shape vary between Strat models, so check hole count first.
02Does it come with pickups or electronics?
No. It's the guard alone. You transfer your existing pickups, pots, switch and jack wiring onto it.
03How long does the swap take?
Under an hour for most people. Remove strings, unscrew the old guard, move the pickups and electronics across, screw down and restring.
04Can I fit a humbucker in the bridge?
Not without modifying it. The bridge cutout is sized for a single-coil, so a humbucker requires enlarging the opening.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsPickups & controls
- Pickup Configuration
- SSS
1 detailsBody & build
- Body Shape
- Stratocaster
