Rat Bait Guitars – Reclaimed Guitars and Parts

Barnwood Hardtail Stratocaster Style Body

This Strat body is a genuine Rat Bait Guitar construction, which was made in September 2025. This guitar body is made from salvaged material and a broken Stratocaster type guitar constructed and shaped in a rat infested shed in North Devon. The design and shape is reminiscent of ‘Woolworths’ guitars from the 1960s / 70s – Japanese, retro homage. Please see photographs to view the rugged finish and texture of the body.

This body is part loaded with a white scratchplate from a new guitar, new electrics and new pickups.

Stratocaster Body made from recycled materials – body weight 1.85kg (unloaded).

Materials: Old roofing timber, bits from an old bookcase and a broken Stratocaster body.

This body is routed to take standard single coil pickups. This handmade body has dents, scratches and old paint in places. You might have to fettle this body to suit your needs.

Hardtail Stratocaster body SSS routed – UK Made

Body made from a salvaged material
Approx. Thickness: 42mm
Approx. Neck Pocket Width: 55mm
Approx. Weight: 1.85kg

The Hardtail Strat Barnwood Guitar Body by Rat Bait guitars is a unique and eco-friendly choice for electric guitar enthusiasts. Made from recycled material in the United Kingdom, this body features a natural, red, and black colour scheme that adds a touch of character to any guitar. With a weight of 1.85kg, this UK-made body is designed to fit most electric guitars seamlessly, making it an ideal choice for customising and creating a one-of-a-kind instrument.

Barnwood Nashville Style Body

Hybrid Stratocaster body routed to take Nashville Telecaster hardware

This Nashville Tele / Strat body is a genuine Rat Bait Guitar construction, which was made in September 2025. This guitar body is made from salvaged material and a broken Stratocaster type guitar constructed and shaped in a rat infested shed in North Devon. The design and shape is reminiscent of ‘Woolworths’ guitars from the 1960s / 70s – Japanese, retro homage. Please see photographs to view the rugged finish and texture of the body.

Telecaster / Stratocaster Body made from recycled timber – body weight 1.99kg.

Materials: Part of a 1970s Austrian table, old roofing timber, bits from an old bookcase and a broken Stratocaster body.

This Nashville style body is routed to take a standard neck pickup, single coil middle pickup and standard Telecaster bridge pickup. This handmade body has dents, scratches and old paint in places. You might have to fettle this body to suit your needs.

Body made from a salvaged material
Approx. Thickness: 43mm
Approx. Neck Pocket Width: 56mm
Approx. Weight: 1.99kg
Light Nitro Cellulose tint coat in places

This guitar body blank is made from reclaimed wood in the United Kingdom, ready to be crafted into a unique and environmentally-friendly electric guitar. The natural and black colour offers a rugged looking, versatile, barnwood choice for a contemporary unique Partscaster, perfect for customising your instrument to suit your style. Designed to fit standard electric guitars, this body blank is a great choice for luthiers and musicians looking for a sustainable and distinctive sound.

Ibanez GSR200 Bass – Neck and Body

Ibanez DIY bass kit – PJ Bass

This Ibanez GSR200 Gio Bass kit, has a sleek blue body, with its original factory fitted right handed, 22 fret, 4-string neck, which is easy to play and has lots of life left in it. Manufactured by a brand synonymous with quality, the Ibanez GSR200 is an excellent choice for anyone looking to enhance their musical experience.

Crafted for the bass enthusiast, the Ibanez Gio Soundgear Bass Guitar Body and Neck combine versatility with the classic aesthetic of a 4-string electric bass. The GSR 200 model, known for its rich tones and robust build, comes in a sleek blue finish that stands out on stage and in the studio. Optimised for right-handed players, this bass features a solid body type that resonates with the quality craftsmanship Ibanez is renowned for. The 4/4 size ensures a comfortable fit for most players, allowing for extended sessions without compromising on playability or tone.

These bass components will be shipped with the neck detached from the body.

When rebuilt with your own specifications and upgrades you will have a bass celebrated for its exceptional sound quality and striking aesthetics.

The Ibanez GSR200 Bass is a well-loved instrument in the world of affordable bass guitars. Known for its blend of quality, performance, and cost-effectiveness, it’s a popular choice among beginners and intermediate players alike. Here’s a quick rundown of what makes it stand out.

Body: The GSR200 features a sleek, lightweight Agathis body that makes it comfortable to play for extended periods.

Neck: It has a smooth, thin GSR4 maple neck that’s easy to navigate, making it great for players with smaller hands or those just starting out.

Pickups: Equipped with Dynamix P and J pickups, this bass offers a wide range of tones, from deep and punchy to bright and clear. The Phat II EQ control adds extra low-end power, giving you the flexibility to shape your sound.

Bridge: The B10 bridge provides solid intonation and sustain, ensuring that your notes ring true.

Hardware: The chrome hardware not only looks good but is also durable and reliable.

The design of the GSR200 is both modern and classic, with a variety of finishes available to suit personal preferences. Its double-cutaway body provides easy access to the higher frets, and the overall build quality is impressive for its price range. One of the key selling points of the GSR200 is its playability. The action is set up well from the factory, and the neck feels smooth and fast. It’s an excellent choice for learning and practicing, but it also holds its own in live performance settings. The GSR200 is praised for offering great value for its price. It’s affordable without compromising on quality, making it a reliable choice for musicians on a budget. Its combination of features and performance makes it a standout in its price category.

Overall, the Ibanez GSR200 Bass is a versatile and reliable instrument that appeals to a wide range of players. Whether you’re just starting your bass journey or need a dependable backup for gigs, the GSR200 delivers in both sound and feel.

Relic Barnwood Nashville

Rat Bait Guitar built in December 2024 from new and reclaimed parts. Full scale.

Rat Bait Guitar - Nashville

Fender Squire Affinity neck pickup and hand wound middle pickup.

This is a great versatile electric guitar with 3 pickups, new machine heads, also comes with a new old stock guitar strap. This Nashville Telecaster inspired guitar design is made from salvaged materials, pieces of scavenged wood from various roofs and barns, constructed and shaped by hand in a shed in North Devon. This model has 5 different pickup sounds.

The Barnwood Nashville style body is routed to take a standard neck pickup, single coil middle pickup and standard Telecaster bridge pickup. A handmade body that has dents and scratches in places.

Looks great hanging on a wall and is easy to play

Five way switch
Squire Affinity neck pickup – Vintage warm tone
Rewound (hand wound) middle single coil pickup. This gives an extra tone boost and acts as a second bridge pickup, cleaner and clearer. Vintage natural aged pickup cover – looks cool
Black scratchplate – protective film still on
Black Telecaster bridge pickup – vintage tone
Body made from salvaged timber
Guitar strap
Body routed to take a standard Tele neck and bridge pickup and a middle single coil pickup
22-fret maple neck with a rosewood type fretboard – lightly sprayed in nitro lacquer
New 10mm Machine Heads
Nut Width: 1.656 In. (42 mm)
Scale Length: 25.5″

This Nashville Telecaster Type Guitar is a UK made instrument crafted from recycled wood, making it a unique and eco-friendly choice for any musician. The solid body and 6-string configuration make it a versatile instrument suitable for any style of music. The guitar is right-handed and comes in a 4/4 size. This instrument is perfect for any guitar enthusiast looking for a high-quality and sustainable option.
UK sale only – No International purchase accepted on this item.

Reused and reshaped, these discarded bits of timber gems have been given a new life. This timber has been upcycled, repurposed and recycled.

1960s Japanese Inspired Barnwood Guitar

Rat Bait Guitar – part built in 2021 and finished in November 2024 from new and reclaimed parts. Full scale.

This great versatile electric guitar has 2 pickups, like a Telecaster. This Kay / Jedson inspired guitar design is made from salvaged materials including, Mahogany parquet flooring, a chunk from a piece of furniture and pieces of scavenged wood from various places, constructed and shaped by hand in a shed in North Devon. The neck on this guitar is slim and is made from fine quality materials

This Barnwood 1960s Japanese Style Guitar is a great choice for any right-handed player looking for a solid body electric guitar. The guitar features a humbucker pickup and is made with recycled wood, giving it a unique and eco-friendly feel. The body is a natural colour, with painted areas and the neck has 22 frets, making it perfect for any level of player. Handcrafted in the United Kingdom, with a maple / rosewood (type) neck adding to the overall sound and playability of the guitar. This is a great option for anyone looking for a versatile and stylish British electric guitar.

The Barnwood body is routed to take a Humbucker pickup and standard Telecaster bridge pickup. A handmade UK body that has dents and scratches in places.

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Three way switch
Lightly nitro finished neck
Humbucker pickup, Vintage raw sound
Black Telecaster bridge pickup – vintage tone
3 saddle bridge
Body made from salvaged timber
Slightly contoured body
22-fret maple neck (reclaimed from a new 2024 guitar)
New 10mm Machine Heads
Nut Width: 1.656 In. (42 mm)
Scale Length: 25.5″

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Reused and reshaped, these discarded bits of timber gems have been given a new life. This timber has been upcycled, repurposed and recycled.

The size of the guitar is 4/4, and it is an electric guitar that is perfect for any musician who wants to play music in a unique and stylish way.

UK sale only – No International purchase accepted on this item.