Fender Custom Shop 1959 Stratocaster Journeyman Relic (Aged Sonic Blue)
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The 1959 Stratocaster Journeyman Relic delivers an authentic vintage feel and tone. Its two-piece select alder body features a Super Faded Aged Sonic Blue Journeyman Relic lacquer finish for a worn-in, heirloom look. The quartersawn maple neck with 59-style D profile and flat-laminated rosewood fingerboard ensures smooth playability. Equipped with three hand-wound Tomatillo pickups, Vintage Modified #2 wiring, and Tone-Save bleed circuitry, it produces the iconic golden era tone. Additional premium features include a 9.5-inch radius, 21 narrow, tall frets, a 5-way switch, a 3-ply mint green pickguard, vintage-style synchronized tremolo, vintage-style tuners, a bone nut, a wing string tree, a deluxe hardshell case, a strap, and a certificate of authenticity.
Two-Piece Select Alder Body
Lightweight and resonant, providing a balanced tone with warm lows and clear highs.
Journeyman Relic Nitrocellulose Lacquer Finish
Super Faded Aged Sonic Blue offers a worn-in vintage appearance reminiscent of a well-played heirloom.
Quartersawn Maple Neck with 1959 'D' Profile
Stable, smooth, and comfortable for a variety of playing styles.
3A Rosewood Fingerboard
Flat-laminated rosewood enhances tonal warmth and offers a smooth playing surface.
Nine Point Five Inch Fingerboard Radius
Provides comfort for both chord playing and soloing.
21 Narrow Tall Frets (6105)
Easier string bending and fluid playability for expressive techniques.
Bone Nut (1.650 inch / 42 mm)
Adds sustain and clarity to each note.
Hand-Wound Tomatillo Tele Pickups
Three pickups (bridge, middle, neck) provide exceptional tones.
Vintage Modified Wiring with Tone-Saver Treble-Bleed Circuit
Maintains brightness and clarity when rolling down the volume.
5-Position Blade Pickup Switch
Offers versatile tonal options from bridge to neck combinations.
Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo
Smooth vibrato action for expressive playing.
Vintage-Style Tuners
Reliable tuning stability with classic aesthetic.
3-Ply Mint Green Pickguard
Durable and complements the vintage look.
Nickel/Chrome Hardware
Durable and adds to the classic aesthetic.
Nickel-Plated Steel Strings (.010–.046 Gauges)
Standard set for a bright and clear tone.
Included Accessories
Deluxe hardshell case, strap, and certificate of authenticity for a complete ready-to-play package.
General
| FPA Artist Signature Series | Dennis Galuszka Master Built |
| Electric Guitar Body Shape | Stratocaster |
| FPA Color Map | Blue |
| FPA Color Graphic | No |
| Number of Strings | 6-String |
| Right/Left Handed | Right-Handed |
| Body Material | Alder |
| Country of Origin | US |
| Body Finish | Relic |
| Guitar Neck Joint | Bolt-On |
| Guitar Neck Shape | D-Shaped |
| Neck Material | Maple |
| Scale Length | 25.5 in |
| Fingerboard Material | Rosewood |
| Number of Frets | 21 |
| Guitar Nut Width | 1.65 |
| Guitar Bridge Tailpiece | Tremolo |
| Pickup Configuration | SSS |
| Electric & Bass Bridge Pickup | Single-Coil |
| Electric & Bass Middle Pickup | Single-Coil |
| Electric & Bass Neck Pickup | Single-Coil |
| Case / Gig Bag | Hard Shell Case |
| Amp Included | No |
| Electric Guitar Size | Full |
Fender Custom Shop 1959 Brazilian Rosewood FB Stratocaster Journeyman Relic (Aged Sonic Blue)
General
| Model Name | 1959 Stratocaster Journeyman Relic, Brazilian Rosewood Fingerboard, Aged Sonic Blue |
| Series | Time Machine |
| Color | Aged Sonic Blue |
Body
| Body Shape | Stratocaster |
| Body Material | 2-Piece Select Alder |
| Body Finish | Nitrocellulose Lacquer |
Neck
| Neck Material | Quartersawn Maple |
| Neck Shape | 1959 'D' |
| Scale Length | 25.5 inches (64.77 cm) |
| Fingerboard Radius | 9.5 inch (241 mm) |
| Number of Frets | 21 |
| Fret Size | Narrow Tall (6105) |
| Nut | Bone, 1.650 inch (42 mm) |
| Headstock | Stratocaster |
| Neck Plate | 4-Bolt with Custom Shop 'V' Logo, Serialized |
| Neck Finish | Nitrocellulose Lacquer |
| Fingerboard | Brazilian Rosewood |
| Position Inlays | Vintage Clay Dot |
Electronics
| Bridge Pickup | Hand-Wound Tomatillo Single-Coil |
| Middle Pickup | Hand-Wound Tomatillo Single-Coil |
| Neck Pickup | Hand-Wound Tomatillo Single-Coil |
| Controls | Master Volume with Tone-Saver Treble-Bleed Circuit, Tone 1 (Neck/Middle), Tone 2 (Bridge) |
| Pickup Switching | 5-Position Blade |
| Pickup Configuration | SSS |
Hardware
| Bridge | Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo |
| Tuning Machines | Vintage-Style |
| Orientation | Right-Hand |
| Hardware Finish | Nickel/Chrome |
| Pickguard | 3-Ply Mint Green |
| Control Knobs | Vintage White Plastic |
| Switch Tips | Vintage White |
Shipping & Returns
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I return an item?
How do I return an item?
Returns are incredibly simple. Please log into your account, find your item you wish to return and follow the prompts to make a return. If you do not have an account, click here to find your order and make a return.
Will I receive a full refund when I return an item?
Will I receive a full refund when I return an item?
You will receive a full refund when you return an item in its original manufacturer’s packaging, undamaged and unmarked. If the item you are returning is priced at less than $35, you will be charged a 15% restocking fee. Please note you will not be refunded any shipping charges.
How many days do I have to make a return?
How many days do I have to make a return?
You have 30 days to make a return. During the holiday season, from November 1 to December 31, we extend the return window to 60 days.
My item was damaged in transit. How do I place a return?
My item was damaged in transit. How do I place a return?
If your order has been noticeably damaged in transit, we strongly recommend that you refuse delivery and notify us immediately. Claims for missing items or items damaged in transit must be made within 48 hours of delivery. If there is carrier damage, please contact support@focuscamera.com with your order number and a description of the damage.
There’s an issue with my order, what should I do?
There’s an issue with my order, what should I do?
Oh no! Please contact our customer service team so we can resolve the issue immediately. You can call us on 1.800.221.0828, email us at support@focuscamera.com, or send us a message here.
Can I exchange an item?
Can I exchange an item?
We do not currently offer exchanges. Please return the item you purchased within 30 days and order what you’d like instead.
If I ordered a kit, do I have to return all the items?
If I ordered a kit, do I have to return all the items?
If you ordered a kit, you must return all components and accessories to receive a full refund.
I ordered a product that included a free item. I’d like to return it, do I need to return the free item as well?
I ordered a product that included a free item. I’d like to return it, do I need to return the free item as well?
If you ordered a product that included a free item, you must include the free item with your return. If not, your return will not be accepted and you will not receive a full refund.
Do you offer repairs?
Do you offer repairs?
We currently only offer camera repairs at our Brooklyn store. The item must be dropped off and collected in person as we do not accept shipped items for repair. For more information, please call our Brooklyn store on 1.718.431.7900.
What is your return policy?
What is your return policy?
Most items can be returned within 30 days for a full refund. Click here to read our full return policy.
