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Fender Custom Shop 1951 Nocaster Closet Classic Nocaster Blonde w/case

Location: Fort Worth

Fender Custom Shop 1951 Nocaster Closet Classic Nocaster Blonde w/case

$4,675.00

Fender Custom Shop 1951 Nocaster HS Journeyman Relic – Nocaster Blonde

Golden-Era Tele Power, Humbucker Versatility, and Light Relic Vibe—Custom Shop Perfection


Highlights

  • Journeyman Relic Nocaster Blonde Finish: Lightly aged nitrocellulose lacquer delivers authentic broken-in look and smooth, played-in feel
  • Lightweight 2-Piece Ash Body: Classic Tele resonance, snap, and lively vintage sustain
  • HS Pickup Configuration:
    • Neck: Seymour Duncan Antiquity Humbucker (aged for classic warmth and power)

    • Bridge: Hand-Wound Crushed Blackguard Tele Single-Coil (relic) for legendary Tele bite

  • ’51 Nocaster "U" Neck Profile, AAA Flame Maple: Substantial vintage feel—.950” at 1st fret, 1.000” at 12th—medium tint, relic finish
  • 9.5” Radius & Narrow Tall 6105 Frets: Modern playability meets timeless Fender style
  • Vintage Hardware, Black Phenolic Pickguard, Aged Plastics: Period-correct down to every detail
  • Includes Fender Custom Shop Tweed Case

Overview

The Fender Custom Shop 1951 Nocaster HS Journeyman Relic in Nocaster Blonde reimagines the iconic Blackguard Tele for today’s player. With its gently aged Journeyman relic finish and light, resonant ash body, this guitar channels vintage Fender magic while offering the expanded tonal range of an HS configuration.

At the neck, a Seymour Duncan Antiquity Humbucker delivers fat, creamy leads and jazz warmth. In the bridge, a Hand-Wound Crushed Blackguard Tele Pickup provides the cutting clarity and twang that defines the Telecaster. Combined with dual-stack HS Tele wiring and a 3-way switch, this guitar covers everything from modern rock and blues to classic country and beyond.

The chunky ’51 Nocaster "U" profile neck (AAA flame maple, 9.5” radius, 21 narrow tall 6105 frets) gives you serious substance for chording, bends, and high-energy playing—while the medium-tint relic finish looks and feels authentically vintage.

Finished with vintage hardware, a black phenolic guard, bone nut, and classic relic appointments, this Nocaster is Custom Shop artistry at its finest—perfect for the stage, studio, or serious collection.


Specifications

  • Model: Fender Custom Shop 1951 Nocaster HS Journeyman Relic
  • Finish: Journeyman Relic Nocaster Blonde (thin-skin nitrocellulose lacquer)
  • Body: 2-Piece Ash, lightweight, vintage contours
  • Neck: AAA Flame Maple, '51 Nocaster "U" profile, medium tint, relic finish
  • Fingerboard: Maple, 9.5" radius, 21 narrow tall (6105) frets
  • Nut Width: 1.650"
  • Neck Thickness: .950" (1st fret), 1.000" (12th fret)
  • Pickups:
    • Neck: Seymour Duncan Antiquity Humbucker (aged)

    • Bridge: Hand-Wound Crushed Blackguard Tele Single-Coil (relic)

  • Controls: Dual Stack HS Tele wiring, 3-way switch, volume, tone
  • Bridge: Vintage Tele with period-correct saddles
  • Hardware: Chrome/Nickel, relic aged
  • Pickguard: 1950s Tele-style black phenolic
  • Tuners: Vintage-Style, Fender logo, relic
  • Strings: .010-.046
  • Case: Fender Custom Shop tweed case included
  • Orientation: Right-handed
  • Limited Custom Shop Production
  • Weight: 6lb 10oz

Why Buy from Tone Shop Guitars?

  • Authorized Fender Custom Shop Dealer: Genuine instruments, full warranty, and knowledgeable staff
  • Professional Setup: Every guitar is expertly inspected and set up before shipping
  • Texas Hospitality, Nationwide Shipping: Visit Addison, Fort Worth, or Southlake—or order online for secure US delivery
  • Trusted by Musicians Nationwide: Collectors and pros count on Tone Shop Guitars for Fender Custom Shop excellence

Experience the Blackguard Legend

The Fender Custom Shop 1951 Nocaster Closet Classic is your ticket to one of the most revered tones in electric guitar history. For questions, detailed descriptions, or to reserve yours, contact Tone Shop Guitars today.


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