'59 NOS Stratocaster

This Fender Custom Shop ’59 Stratocaster NOS in British Red is a vintage-style Strat built to exacting Custom Shop standards, delivering timeless looks, inspiring playability, and classic Strat tones with refined details throughout. Built in 2009 as a New Old Stock model, this guitar retains a clean, unaged finish while offering the build quality and feel that Fender’s Custom Shop is known for.

Finished in a thin lacquer Faded Fiesta Red (British “English” Red request) over an alder body, the guitar pairs a beautiful aesthetic with resonant tone. The gold hardware throughout—including the vintage-style synchronized tremolo, tuners, and screws—adds an elegant touch to this classic build.

The dark rosewood fretboard sits atop a ’60s-style maple neck with a comfortable vintage carve and a 7.25” radius, paired with vintage frets for that authentic Strat feel under your fingers.

Loaded with a trio of Fender Custom Shop single-coil pickups, this Strat delivers everything from glassy cleans to biting lead tones while maintaining the unmistakable Stratocaster character that made these guitars a staple in every player’s arsenal.

This example is in near-mint, basically brand-new condition, showing only the faintest evidence of handling as a 2009 NOS piece. It includes all of the original case candy, COA, and the original Fender tweed hard-shell case. The guitar has been professionally set up in-house and is ready to go straight out of the case.

Features:

Faded Fiesta Red – Thin Lacquer NOS Finish: A beautifully executed thin lacquer finish over an alder body, requested as “British Red” (English Red), with the look and feel of a well-preserved vintage Strat.

Gold Hardware Throughout: From the bridge to the tuners to every screw, this Strat features full gold hardware for a refined aesthetic paired with functional stability.

’60s Style Neck with Dark Rosewood Board: The comfortable vintage “C” profile, dark rosewood fretboard, and 7.25” radius offer a playing experience true to the era while remaining versatile for modern players.

Custom Shop Single-Coil Pickups: Classic Strat tones with clear highs, warm lows, and dynamic response across all pickup positions.

Near-Mint NOS Condition with Original Case and COA: This guitar is in near-mint condition and comes with its original Fender tweed hard-shell case, Certificate of Authenticity, and all case candy included.

Why We Think You'll Love It:

Custom Shop craftsmanship, timeless looks, and the rare pairing of a Faded Fiesta Red NOS finish with gold hardware make this Strat a standout in any collection while being a joy to play. If you’re looking for a premium Strat that feels like a pristine vintage piece while retaining Custom Shop reliability, this is your next guitar.

Specs:

• Make and Model: Fender Custom Shop ’59 Stratocaster NOS

• Year Built: 2009

• Location: Corona, California – USA

• Body Style: 1959 Stratocaster

• Body Wood: Alder (2-piece)

• Finish: Faded Fiesta Red (“British Red”) – Thin Lacquer NOS

• Neck Wood: Maple

• Neck Profile: ’60s Style “C”

• Fretboard: Dark Rosewood

• Fretboard Radius: 7.25"

• Frets: Vintage

• Scale Length: 25.5"

• Nut Width: 1.650"

• Tuners: Vintage-Style Gold

• Bridge: Vintage-Style Strat Tremolo (Gold)

• Pickups: Fender Custom Shop Single-Coil Stratocaster

• Hardware: Full Gold Hardware

• Condition: Near-Mint NOS

• Included: Original Fender Tweed Hard-shell Case + Case Candy + COA

• Shipping: Free Secure Shipping within CONUS

• STL Local?: Pick-up & Drop-off Available – Please contact to set an appointment

About Nick’s Hand-Picked Guitars:

Located in St. Louis, Missouri, Nick’s Hand-Picked Guitars specializes in offering exceptional instruments for players and collectors alike. We provide personalized service and professional setups to ensure every guitar meets our high standards.

Please Read Before Purchase:

This guitar is sold as-is, and we have made every effort to accurately describe its condition. Given its used nature, all sales are final 48 hours after delivery. We encourage you to review the detailed photos and description carefully, and feel free to reach out with any questions before making your purchase. By buying this guitar, you acknowledge and accept that it is a pre-owned instrument and may exhibit minor wear typical of guitars from this era. We offer a 48-hour inspection and return policy (read more here FAQ). No returns or refunds will be accepted for issues related to condition discrepancies that have been disclosed or are evident in the photographs provided.

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