Fender Custom Shop LTD ’59 Stratocaster Journeyman Relic 2019 – Faded Aged Melon Candy with Heavy Checking

Description

For Sale: Magnificent Fender Custom Shop Limited Edition 2023 ’59 Stratocaster – Journeyman Relic

Step into the golden age of rock ‘n’ roll with this breathtaking Fender Custom Shop Limited Edition 2023 ’59 Stratocaster, a masterfully crafted instrument that channels the iconic vibe of 1959 with a tasteful Journeyman relic finish. Exuding vintage charm and modern playability, this guitar is a collector’s dream and a player’s delight, meticulously designed to capture the essence of a legendary era while delivering unparalleled tone and performance.

Specifications:

• Body: Premium alder, ’56-style body contours, finished in nitrocellulose lacquer with a Journeyman relic treatment for a lightly aged, road-worn aesthetic
• Neck: Quartersawn maple, ’59-style soft “V” profile, with a AAA-grade rosewood fingerboard, 21 narrow-tall frets, and classic clay dot inlays
• Fretboard Radius: 9.5″ for a balance of vintage feel and modern playability
• Scale Length: 25.5″
• Pickups: Three hand-wound Custom Shop Fat ’50s single-coil pickups, delivering warm, full-bodied tone with sparkling clarity and vintage growl
• Controls: Master volume, two tone controls (with custom-added tone blend knob for enhanced neck/bridge pickup blending), 5-way pickup selector
• Bridge: Vintage-style synchronized tremolo with steel saddles for smooth vibrato and exceptional tuning stability
• Tuners: Vintage-style tuners with Fender logo
• Nut Width: 1.650″
• Weight: Approximately 7.6–7.9 lbs
• Finish: Limited-edition color (see floor sheet for details) with Journeyman relic aging for a refined, played-in look

Condition & Upgrades: This Stratocaster is in pristine playing condition, professionally set up with low, buttery-smooth action that invites effortless bends, lightning-fast runs, and soulful expression. The Journeyman relic finish imparts a subtle, tastefully worn-in patina, enhancing its vintage character without compromising its stunning appearance. A custom tone blend control has been thoughtfully added, unlocking a broader sonic palette by allowing seamless blending of neck and bridge pickups for rich, versatile tones. The original tone pot is included for those who wish to restore the stock configuration. The AAA rosewood fingerboard is a visual and tactile masterpiece, offering a silky feel and deep, lustrous grain that elevates this guitar’s allure.

Included Accessories: This masterpiece comes complete with all original case candy, including the Certificate of Authenticity (COA), detailed floor sheet, and a premium Fender Custom Shop hardshell case for secure storage and transport. Every element of this limited-edition 2023 release has been meticulously preserved for its next discerning owner.

Why This Guitar?: The 2023 ’59 Stratocaster is a triumph of Fender Custom Shop artistry, blending the bold, vintage tone of hand-wound Fat ’50s pickups with the refined playability of a ’59 soft “V” neck and modern radius. From shimmering cleans to gritty, expressive leads, this guitar delivers the quintessential Stratocaster sound that defined genres from blues to rock. The Journeyman relic finish and exclusive design elements make it a rare gem, perfect for players seeking stage-ready performance or collectors chasing a piece of Fender’s storied legacy.

View the Photos: Please refer to the provided images for the floor sheet and to admire the guitar’s impeccable condition, Journeyman relic details, and the exquisite AAA rosewood fingerboard.