Fernandes APG-100 Dragonfly Custom 2002, Natural

This 2002 Fernandes APG-100 Dragonfly Custom is a step up in the line, pairing a mahogany body with a beautifully carved maple top under gold hardware for a look that punches well above its price point. A  maple neck with a rosewood board and 24 frets delivers genuinely fast, comfortable playability, with easy access all the way up the fretboard. Two humbuckers give it real punch and saturation for crunch and lead tones alike, while staying articulate and controlled rather than muddy. It's a standout, well-built Japanese guitar from an era when Fernandes was quietly making some of its best instruments, offering serious tone and craftsmanship without the premium price tag of the more famous names it visually echoes.