With the Fender Stratocaster celebrating its 70th birthday in 2024, we wondered what the most unusual tie-in product releases would be. This capsule collection collaboration with California eyewear brand Knockaround on Strat-inspired sunglasses has to be a contender.
The Black and Surf Green colour options keep things classic and who doesn't love fretboard-patterned arms?
An amp-inspired case is also included and the UV400 sunglasses are priced at £36 and are fitted with polarized lenses – which seems a more than fair price – or there's an option for prescription lenses included for £151.
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