This electric guitar is a Squier Mini Stratocaster in a classic Dakota Red finish.
Squier, Fender’s entry-level brand, designed the Mini series specifically as a "first guitar" for children or as a compact travel instrument for adults.
Body Size: This is a 3/4-size instrument, making it significantly smaller and lighter than a standard Fender Stratocaster.
Scale Length: It features a 22.75-inch scale length, which is much shorter than the standard 25.5-inch scale. This makes the frets closer together and reduces string tension, which is ideal for smaller hands.
Electronics: It maintains the classic Stratocaster layout with three single-coil pickups, a 5-way selector switch, and master volume and tone controls.
Hardware: Unlike full-sized Strats that often have a tremolo (whammy bar) bridge, the Mini features a hardtail 6-saddle bridge. This is a smart design choice for a student guitar as it significantly improves tuning stability and makes string changes easier.
Neck: It has a comfortable "C"-shaped maple neck with a laurel or rosewood fingerboard and 20 frets.
Based on the "Crafted in Indonesia" mark and the serial number visible on the back of the headstock (ICSC21024574):
Manufacturer: This was built at the Cort (Cor-Tek) factory in Indonesia.
Year: The "21" indicates it was manufactured in 2021.
Target Audience: Perfect for young beginners (typically ages 6–12) or as a "couch guitar" for experienced players who want something small to noodle on while relaxing.
Market Value: These guitars typically retail new for about $180 to $190. In the used market, they generally sell for between $100 and $130 depending on the condition.