Custom Guitar Headstock Style Vinyl Decal, 4-18 Inch

Description

A waterslide-style headstock decal printed on Cast Vinyl, made for guitar builders, partscaster projects and headstock refinishes. Choose from 4, 8, 12 or 18 inch sizes.

Fender Decals for Headstock Finishing Projects

This waterslide-style headstock decal gives your guitar build or refinish the classic look of a vintage-style headstock logo, printed on durable Cast Vinyl instead of fragile paper waterslide stock. It applies dry, with no soaking tray and no paper backing to slide around, so you get clean edges and a smooth surface in one placement. Builders finishing partscasters, relic projects and neck refinishes use these decals to complete a headstock after color coats and before clear coats. The decal can be buried under clear finish for a painted-on look, or applied on top for a quick cosmetic refresh. Each decal is cut to a single sheet size of 4, 8, 12 or 18 inches, so you can pick the scale that matches your headstock.

Why Cast Vinyl Beats Old Waterslide Paper

Traditional waterslide headstock logos are thin paper that tears, bubbles and silver-edges under clear coat. We print the same waterslide-style artwork on premium Cast Vinyl, which conforms to gentle curves, resists tearing during handling and lays flat without water. The matte finish version sits under clear coats and reads like a painted logo once leveled. The gloss version pops on top of a finished headstock. Clear and static cling options are also available for temporary or low-commitment applications. Cast Vinyl is thin enough to bury under finish, yet tough enough to survive handling during assembly. You get the vintage waterslide aesthetic with modern material reliability, printed in our US.

Applying Your Headstock Decal Step by Step

For a finished-under-clear application, wait until your color coats have fully cured, then apply the decal dry, squeegee it flat from the center outward and remove the transfer tape. Level with two to three light clear coats, sanding between passes until the edge disappears. For a top-mounted application, clean the headstock face with isopropyl alcohol, apply at room temperature and burnish firmly. The 4 inch size suits most electric guitar headstocks, while 8, 12 and 18 inch sheets give you extra material for larger headstocks, bass necks or practice runs. Take your time aligning the decal before pressing it down, since dry vinyl grabs quickly once contact is made.

Sizing, Ordering and Custom Requests

Decals are sold by decal size, not instrument type, so measure your headstock face before ordering. The 4 inch decal fits standard electric guitar headstocks, 8 inch works for wider headstocks and multi-use sheets, and 12 or 18 inch sizes suit bass headstocks, oversized necks or builders who want spare material. Custom text, script styles and layout tweaks are available on request, so you can match a name, model designation or signature line to your build. Every decal is printed to order in our and shipped flat in a protective mailer. If you are restoring a neck or completing a scratch build, this is a simple way to finish the headstock with a professional-looking waterslide-style logo.

What you get

• Waterslide-style headstock logo printed on Cast Vinyl
• Available in 4, 8, 12 or 18 inch decal sizes
• Choose matte, gloss, clear or static cling finish
• Dry application with no soaking or water tray needed
• Can be buried under clear coat for a painted-on look
• Custom text and layout options on request
• Printed to order in our US

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

Is this an official Fender product?

No. This is an independently printed waterslide-style Vinyl Decal. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by any instrument manufacturer, and it is intended for custom builds, refinishing projects and decorative use.

Can I put clear coat over this decal?

Yes. The matte finish version is designed to be buried under clear coats, where it levels in and reads like a painted logo. The gloss version can also be cleared over or applied on top of a finished headstock.

What size should I order for my guitar?

Most electric guitar headstocks work well with the 4 inch decal. Choose 8, 12 or 18 inch sizes for bass headstocks, wider necks, or when you want extra material for practice placement and spares.