1993 Japanese 1954 Fender Stratocaster re issue hardtail . The neck is a nice soft V profile that is on the thicker side but not too thick. It is one of the best profiles I've felt. It is also a light stratocaster that weighs 6.5 lbs on my digital scale! The finish has some checking and finish cracks to be expected from a 23 year old guitar. This guitar sounds wonderful and has a great playing fast neck with low action.