How can you identify a Fender?

6 Ways To Spot A Fake Fender StratocasterThe logo decal.The bridge.The frets.The nut.The truss rod.The string tree.

How do I find my Fender Custom Shop serial number?

Finding your serial number on your Fender should be very easy. They are almost always on either the top of the neck plate (the piece of metal on the back of the guitar near the neck), on the headstock (the top part of the guitar where the strings attach), or close to the body at the bottom of the neck.