Fender Custom Shop 1951 Nocaster Relic – Faded Aged Nocaster Blonde

The Ultimate Vintage Tele Experience: Time Machine Relic, Unmatched Custom Shop Detail

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Overview

Step back to the dawn of electric guitar history with the Fender Custom Shop 1951 Nocaster Relic in Faded Aged Nocaster Blonde. Part of the 2025 Time Machine Collection, this model channels the look, feel, and sound of an original ’51 Nocaster—meticulously hand-crafted by Fender’s Custom Shop and aged to perfection with the revered Relic finish.

The two-piece off-center ash body is sorted for light weight and resonance, finished in thin lacquer for authentic Fender snap and sustain. The Faded Aged Nocaster Blonde color brings out the subtle wood grain while the Relic treatment adds authentic finish checking and “dirty checking” for a naturally worn-in look and feel.

The rifle-sawn maple neck features the classic 1951 "U" profile (.920" at the 1st fret, .990" at the 12th), a 7.25"-9.5" compound radius, and 21 vintage upgrade frets. The black micarta face dots, bone nut (1.625" width), and vintage-tinted nitro finish bring true early-’50s Telecaster vibe to your hands.

Under the hood, Hand-Wound ’51 Nocaster pickups (neck and bridge) are wired to the “51 Mod Nocaster Relic” control set, providing all the raw, punchy Tele tone that made the Nocaster legendary. Chrome/nickel hardware, vintage Tele bridge and tuners, and a black single-ply pickguard finish off this faithful re-creation.

Every guitar ships with a Custom Shop Tweed case and certificate of authenticity.

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Features & Specifications

• Model: 1951 Nocaster Relic (2025 Time Machine Collection)
• Finish: Faded Aged Nocaster Blonde, lacquer, Relic aging
• Body: Off-center 2-piece ash, lightweight-sorted, treble side seam
• Neck: Maple, rifle-sawn, 1951 “U” profile (.920" 1st fret / .990" 12th fret), medium-tint nitro
• Fingerboard: Maple, 7.25"-9.5" compound radius, 21 vintage upgrade frets, black micarta dots
• Nut: Bone, 1.625" width
• Pickups: Hand-Wound ’51 Nocaster (neck & bridge)
• Electronics: 51 Mod Nocaster Relic wiring, vintage Tele controls
• Hardware: Chrome/nickel, vintage Tele bridge & tuners, “V” logo neck plate, no strap locks
• Pickguard: Black single-ply
• Strings: .010-.046
• Case: Custom Shop Strat/Tele Tweed case
• Extras: Certificate of authenticity

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Why Buy from Tone Shop Guitars?

• Fender Custom Shop Authorized Dealer: Genuine Custom Shop instruments, full warranty, expert support
• Professional Setup: Every guitar is inspected and set up by our luthiers before shipping
• Texas Hospitality, Nationwide Shipping: Visit Addison, Fort Worth, or Southlake—or order online for secure, insured shipping across the US
• Trusted by Collectors & Players: Tone Shop Guitars is your go-to for rare and iconic Fender Custom Shop guitars

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Own the Sound That Started It All – Fender Custom Shop 1951 Nocaster Relic Faded Aged Nocaster Blonde

Unmatched vintage tone, relic’d for real inspiration. Order yours today from Tone Shop Guitars!