I just got a used SRV Strat and would like to replace the black SRV pickguard with an aged white pearlized. Where is the best place to get a perfect match that will line up just right and not require any drilling for the screws?

The SRV pickguard is an 8-screw type patterned on the '50s-era guitars. Thus, the genuine Fender '50-style pickguard sold as an accessory should be a drop-on fit. They're available in several 3- and 4-ply colors plus the standard single-ply white.

HTH

Arjay

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If you get a '50's style I don't believe it will have the notch at the butt of the heel for the truss rod... but that really doesn't matter.

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The original SRV pickguard lacks the relief notch as well -- but it can easily be added if desired.

Arjay

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"Here's why reliability is job one: A great sounding amp that breaks down goes from being a favorite piece of gear to a useless piece of crap in less time than it takes to read this sentence." -- BRUCE ZINKY