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: $75 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.