Stratocaster - Recycled
A Guitar with a Story
It was no common instrument that lay before me, but a thing wrought with history, steeped in shadows of forgotten rooms and the silent witness of passing years. The Mahogany Stratocaster, born of Rat Bait Guitars in the misted lands of England, stood not merely as a tool for music, but as a testament to reclamation—an artefact carved from the remnants of another age.
Its body, fashioned from salvaged mahogany, bore scars of time, yet was healed with pine reclaimed from a humble kitchen cupboard of the 1970s. Thus, the guitar carried within its frame the whispers of domestic life, now transfigured into an object of rebellion and song. No factory-born instrument could hope to rival the individuality etched into its very fibres.
This guitar is no mere possession. It is a companion for those who seek authenticity, who crave soul and rebellion. On stage it gleams like a weapon of defiance; upon the wall it hangs like a relic of some forgotten rite.
Construction & Materials
Body: Solid Stratocaster-style, light reliced finish, sealed with tinted nitrocellulose for a vintage look.
Weight: 1.85 kg unloaded, making it mediumweight and comfortable.
Neck: Maple with a rosewood-type fretboard, 21 frets, 25.5″ scale length, nut width 42 mm.
Hardware: New machine heads, complete tremolo bridge with arm, strap buttons fitted.
Electronics: Three single-coil pickups (likely early 2000s Squier), 5-way selector switch, reclaimed triple-ply scratchplate.
This combination of new and recycled parts ensures both reliability and character, while the relic finish makes it visually striking.
Rat Bait Stratocaster-Style Electric Guitar is a handcrafted UK-made instrument that blends reclaimed history with modern playability, offering musicians a sustainable and soulful alternative to mass-produced guitars.
Sustainability Meets Style
Rat Bait Guitars are known for their punk-inspired philosophy of reclamation and rebellion. By using recycled materials, each guitar becomes a statement against disposable consumer culture. The mahogany and pine body, paired with aged components, creates an instrument that is both environmentally conscious and aesthetically raw.
Playability & Appeal
Right-handed design with Stratocaster compatibility.
Versatile sound thanks to the adaptable HSH routing, currently fitted with SSS pickups.
Unique relic finish makes it as much a piece of art as a playable instrument.
Includes gig bag, making it ready for musicians on the move.
This guitar is ideal for players who want something authentic, soulful, and rebellious—a guitar that looks as good on stage as it does hanging on a wall1.
Final Thoughts
The Rat Bait Stratocaster is more than an instrument—it’s a manifesto in wood and wire. For musicians who value sustainability, individuality, and raw character, this guitar offers a chance to own something truly unique. It’s not about perfection; it’s about soul, history, and rebellion—qualities that make music unforgettable.
