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Fender Custom Shop 1955 Stratocaster Journeyman Relic Electric Guitar - Black with Hardshell Case
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A guitarist chasing the direct, responsive character of an early Stratocaster, without being confined to strictly vintage playability, will find the Fender Custom Shop 1955 Stratocaster Journeyman Relic built around exactly that idea. By 1955, the Stratocaster was still a remarkably new design, yet its contoured solidbody, three-pickup layout, and synchronized tremolo had already established the blueprint that would shape electric guitars for generations. This Custom Shop model starts with that mid-'50s identity — an alder body, one-piece maple neck, vintage-style hardware, and straightforward Black finish — then incorporates carefully chosen changes that make it particularly appealing as a working instrument.
The Journeyman Relic treatment gives the guitar the appearance and tactile character of an instrument that has been played regularly and cared for rather than heavily abused. Its lacquer body finish and aged nickel/chrome hardware reinforce that broken-in presentation, while an unusually attractive AAA flame maple neck adds a premium visual element to the otherwise restrained '55 aesthetic. Fender's '54 Soft V profile provides a distinctly vintage-inspired shape, but the 9.5" radius and Narrow Tall frets move the playing surface toward modern practicality. That combination should appeal to players who enjoy the leverage and support of a substantial early-Fender neck but want easier bending and cleaner fretting than a completely period-correct fingerboard specification would provide.
The electronics take a similarly performance-oriented approach. Three Fender Custom Shop Hand-Wound El Diablo Stratocaster pickups give this guitar an SSS foundation with more attitude than a strictly low-output vintage set, while the reverse-wound/reverse-polarity middle pickup provides hum cancellation when paired with the neck or bridge pickup in the appropriate combination positions. A five-way blade expands the traditional three core Strat sounds with the familiar in-between settings, making the guitar equally at home moving from articulate neck-pickup cleans and blues phrasing to funkier combination tones and a more assertive bridge voice.
What emerges is less a museum-style recreation than a Custom Shop interpretation of what a great 1955 Stratocaster might become if it evolved into a seasoned player's instrument. The substantial Soft V neck, updated radius and frets, hotter hand-wound pickups, five-way switching, and six-screw synchronized tremolo make it capable of covering blues, classic rock, roots music, country, funk, and more aggressive Strat-driven styles while retaining the simplicity that made the original design so enduring. Combined with its Black finish, aged parchment appointments, flame-maple neck, and Journeyman Relic treatment, it brings together early-Strat visual character and carefully selected modern concessions in a guitar intended to be played rather than simply admired. Available now at Haggerty’s Music, this Custom Shop beauty ships with a sturdy hardshell case for convenient transport and premium protection.
Features / Specs
Highlights
- Series: Fender Custom Shop
- Orientation: Right-Handed
- Color: Black
Body
- Body Material: Alder
- Body Finish: Lacquer, Journeyman Relic
- Body Shape: Stratocaster
- Body Style: Solidbody
Neck
- Headstock Type: Standard Stratocaster 6-In-Line
- Neck Material: AAA Flame Maple
- Neck Shape: '54 Soft V
- Neck Finish: Medium-Tint Nitrocellulose Lacquer, Relic Treatment
- Neck Depth: 0.896" at 1st Fret, 0.990" at 12th Fret
- Neck Construction: Bolt-On
- Fingerboard Radius: 9.5"
- Fingerboard Material: AAA Flame Maple, Integral 1-Piece Construction
- Position Inlays: Black Micarta Dots
- Side Dots: Black
- Number of Frets: 21
- Truss Rod Style: Fender '50s-Style
- Truss Rod Nut: Heel Access
- Nut Material: Bone
- Nut Width: 1.65"
- Fret Size: Narrow Tall 6105
- Scale Length: 25.5"
Hardware
- Bridge: American Vintage Stratocaster Synchronized Tremolo, Relic Aged
- Bridge Cover/Tail Piece: Nickel / Chrome Bridge Cover (Included, Not Installed)
- Bridge Mounting: Vintage-Style 6-Screw
- Pickguard: 3-Ply Eggshell
- Pickup Covers: Parchment, Relic Aged
- Control Knobs: Parchment Stratocaster-Style Plastic Knobs
- Switch Tip: Parchment
- Hardware Finish: Aged Nickel / Chrome
- Tuning Machines: Vintage-Style Closed-Gear, Relic Aged
- String Trees: Vintage Disc
- Strings: .010 / .013 / .017 / .026 / .036 / .046
- Tremolo Arm: Included, Not Installed
- Neck Plate: 4-Bolt, Serialized
- Strap Buttons: Vintage-Style, Relic Aged
- Output Jack: Front-Mounted 1/4" Stratocaster-Style Output Jack
Electronics
- Pickup Configuration: SSS
- Neck Pickup: Fender Custom Shop Hand-Wound Stratocaster El Diablo
- Middle Pickup: Fender Custom Shop Hand-Wound Stratocaster El Diablo RWRP
- Bridge Pickup: Fender Custom Shop Hand-Wound Stratocaster El Diablo
- Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1, Tone 2
- Switching: 5-Way Blade
- Auxiliary Switching: None; 250K 10% Taper Split Potentiometer Configuration
Miscellaneous
- Accessories: Certificate of Authenticity, Leather Strap, Adjustment Tools, Fender Literature, Bridge Cover
- Case/Gig Bag: Tweed Hardshell Case
- Serial Number: R147200
- Manufacture Date: 2026
R147200
Fender Custom Shop 1955 Stratocaster Journeyman Relic Electric Guitar - Black with Hardshell Case
$5,100.00
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What players say after the guitar arrives
“This is a beautiful guitar…appreciate the free setup and quick ship! Would purchase from this seller again…THANKS!”
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“Very fast shipping, arrived in perfect condition, extremely well set up, no adjustments needed at all! Plays and looks great, exactly as advertised.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you set up every guitar before it ships?
Yes. Every guitar that leaves our store has been professionally inspected, set up, and signed off by the technician who worked on it. You will find a signed checklist inside the box when your order arrives.
How accurate are your condition descriptions?
We treat condition grading as a contractual promise, not an approximation. When we list something as excellent, that reflects a specific, consistent standard we apply across every instrument. We encourage you to call us before purchasing if you want a detailed in-hand description of any specific guitar.
Can I call and speak to someone about a guitar before I buy?
Yes, and we encourage it. Our team are working musicians, not order-takers. Call us at 605-348-6737 and ask about any instrument in our inventory. We will physically pull it off the wall and describe it to you in detail.
What is your return policy?
We offer a 14-day return policy if you change your mind and the item is returned undamaged. You are responsible for return shipping costs.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. Financing options are available at checkout. Monthly payment options are designed to make high-ticket purchases more accessible without requiring full payment upfront.
How do you ship instruments?
Every instrument ships fully insured from our store in Rapid City, South Dakota. We offer free shipping on all website orders over $100. Guitars are packaged to survive transit, properly cased, braced, and protected.
Are you an authorized dealer?
Yes. We are an authorized dealer for Taylor, Martin, Gibson, Fender, and many other brands. We are currently the number one independent Taylor Guitars dealer in the world, an award we have received two years running for 2024 and 2025. We are also a Top 10 premium dealer for Martin, Gibson, and Fender.
Do you sell on Reverb and Amazon as well as your own site?
Yes. We are one of the top 15 resellers globally on Reverb, where we have accumulated over 11,000 five-star reviews. We are also one of the only independent premium dealers in the world authorized to sell Taylor and Martin on Amazon.
How long have you been in business?
Haggerty's Music has been open since 1963. Our store is located at 515 Mount Rushmore Road, Rapid City, South Dakota.
Do you offer instrument repair?
Yes. Our certified technicians handle everything from routine setups to full restorations across fretted, orchestral, and band instruments. Our team holds certifications from Taylor Guitars, Yamaha, and other leading brands. Learn more HERE.
What brands do you carry?
Our core guitar brands include Taylor, Martin, Gibson, Fender, PRS, Epiphone, Suhr, Eastman, Gretsch, Luxxtone, Novo, Jackson, Charvel, Legator, and Yamaha among others. These are also the most searched brands on our site, so each has a dedicated collection page.
Do you offer music lessons?
Yes. We offer music lessons. You can find out more HERE.
If you have any questions, you are always welcome to contact us. We'll get back to you as soon as possible, within 24 hours on weekdays.
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