Fender Custom Shop 1953 Telecaster NOS Nocaster Blonde (196)

The Fender Custom Shop 1953 Telecaster NOS is an amazing re-creation of a classic that brings vintage style and sound to your fingertips. The classic Nocaster Blonde finish lends a timeless feel to its iconic look while delivering the smooth, warm tone of a bygone era. Put yourself at the forefront of classic tone! 

Body:  Off-Center 2-Piece Select Ash
Body Finish:  Time Capsule Nitro Lacquer
Control Knobs:  Knurled Chrome
Fingerboard: Maple
Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
Neck Finish:  Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Pickguard:  51 Nocaster NOS
Position Inlays: Black Dots
Neck Material:  AA Flame, Quartersawn Maple
Neck Shape:   1954 "U" (.940"-.970")
Scale Length: 25.5"
Fingerboard Radius: Compound 7.25"-9.5"
Number of Frets: 21
Fret Size: Narrow Tall 6105
String Nut: Bone
Nut Width: 1.650"
Truss Rod: Vintage Style Heel Adjust
Bridge Pickup:  Hand-wound Original Blackgaurd 
Neck Pickup:  Hand-wound Twisted Tele
Controls:  Volume, Tone, Fat 50s wiring
Pickup Switching:  3-Position Blade
Pickup Configuration: SS
Bridge:  51-54 Tele® Bridge with Brass Saddles
Tuning Machines:  Vintage-Style
Case/Gig Bag: Deluxe Hardshell Case