Introducing this brand new Fender Custom Shop 1951 Nocaster NOS — a pure, no-frills tribute to one of the most important electric guitars ever made. Built by the legendary Fender Custom Shop, this ’51 Nocaster captures the raw snap, woody resonance, and unmistakable attitude of Leo’s original blackguard era — finished in stunning Aged Nocaster Blonde and kept clean in New Old Stock condition.
The lightweight 2-piece off-center ash body rings with classic Tele bite, while the rift-sawn maple neck carved to a substantial 1951 “U” profile delivers that unmistakable handful of early-’50s feel. Loaded with Custom Shop Hand-Wound ’51 Nocaster pickups, this one dishes out articulate twang, piano-like lows, and that throaty midrange growl that defines a great blackguard. At 7 lbs 12 oz, it’s perfectly balanced with just the right amount of snap and sustain.
This is vintage Tele tone in its purest, most honest form.
Key Specs
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Model: 1951 Nocaster NOS
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Finish: Aged Nocaster Blonde (Nitrocellulose Lacquer)
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Aging: New Old Stock (clean, no relic)
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Weight: 7 lbs 12 oz
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Body: 2-Piece Off-Center Ash (Treble-Side Seam)
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Neck Wood: Rift-Sawn Maple
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Neck Finish: Medium Tint Nitro
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Neck Profile: 1951 “U” Shape
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Neck Thickness: .920" (1st fret) / .990" (12th fret)
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Fingerboard Radius: 7.25"–9.50" Compound Radius
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Frets: 21 Medium Jumbo (6150)
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Nut Width: 1.625"
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Truss Rod: ’50s Style
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Pickups: Custom Shop Hand-Wound ’51 Nocaster (Neck & Bridge)
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Controls: 51 Mod Nocaster Wiring
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Bridge: Vintage Tele 3-Saddle (’51–’54 Style)
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Tuners: Vintage-Style with Fender Logo
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Hardware: Chrome/Nickel
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Pickguard: ’51 Nocaster Blackguard
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Case: Fender Custom Shop Tweed Case
If you’re after authentic early Tele tone — big neck, lively ash body, hand-wound pickups, and timeless blackguard aesthetics — this Custom Shop ’51 Nocaster delivers it in spades. Ready for stage, studio, or the top row of a serious collection.