Fender 1954 Telecaster® Journeyman Relic Aged Nocaster® Blonde

The Fender Custom Shop 1954 Telecaster® is a stunning tribute to a fascinating transition-era moment in Tele history. Early 1954 marked the final production run of the famous single-ply black phenolic pickguard paired with the classic Nocaster® Blonde body finish, just before Fender moved to the white ABS pickguard to align with the release of the Stratocaster®.

Built with a two-piece select ash body (with an offset seam on the treble side) and a one-piece rift sawn maple neck, this Tele delivers the unmistakable snap, clarity, and twang of the early ‘50s — enhanced with premium Custom Shop refinement. The neck features a chunky ’54-style “U” back-shape and a vintage-inspired compound radius fingerboard (7.25” to 9.5”) for a classic feel with improved playability.

Loaded with a set of Custom Shop hand-wound Loaded ’51 Nocaster® pickups, this guitar delivers authentic vintage Tele tone with extra punch and presence on tap. Finished with vintage-correct appointments and premium hardware, it’s an inspiring instrument for collectors and serious players alike.

Features & Specs:

• Model: Fender Custom Shop 1954 Telecaster®

• Body: Two-piece select ash (offset seam on treble side)

• Finish: Nocaster® Blonde

• Neck: One-piece rift sawn maple

• Neck Shape: ’54-style “U” back-shape

• Fingerboard Radius: Vintage compound 7.25” to 9.5”

• Frets: 21 medium vintage (47095)

• Pickups: Custom Shop hand-wound Loaded ’51 Nocaster® pickups

• Wiring: Fat '50s Tele® wiring

• Switching: 3-way switch

• Pickguard: Single-ply black phenolic

• Bridge: '51–'54 Tele® bridge with brass barrel saddles

• Tuners: Vintage-style tuning machines

• Nut: Bone

• String Tree: Disc string tree

• Included: Strap and certificate of authenticity

• Case: Deluxe hardshell case