Description
A faithful nod to the original blueprint, this 2015 Fender Custom Shop '52 Telecaster Relic captures everything that made Leo’s early design so enduring—no frills, all feel. The ash body wears a heavily checked butterscotch blonde finish, paired with a one-piece U-profile maple neck that fills the hand without getting in the way.
Under the hood, a pair of hand-wound ’50/’51 Blackguard pickups dish out dry, cutting twang with just the right amount of weight in the lows—telegraphing everything from glassy clean tones to ragged bark without losing clarity. The vintage-style hardware and slot-head screws keep things period-correct, while the relic work leans more towards road-worn realism than cosplay.
This one feels instantly familiar in the best way—responsive, resonant, and broken in where it counts.
Made in the USA. Serial #R14487. Comes with its original hardcase, certificate, and case candy.