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5-year warranty & 30-day money-back guarantee included
If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered."
Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions.
Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
- Mouth and Lip-Care Products
- CDs, DVDs and Software
We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
10-year warranty & 180-day money-back guarantee included
If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered."
Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions.
Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
- Mouth and Lip-Care Products
- CDs, DVDs and Software
We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
The product price includes 5 years' warranty and 30 day money back guarantee.
However, the Gear4music extended warranty scheme provides an enhanced service, and is designed to offer a higher level of protection than many 'free' warranties offered by some retailers and manufacturers.
The highlights of this enhanced warranty service are:
Please note that this extended warranty is currently only available on products sold within the UK, EU or EEA, and is subject to the terms and conditions as detailed on the extended warranty certificate provided.
For customers in outlying areas of the country, the price of the Extended Warranty may be marginally higher, due to the potential for higher collection and redelivery transport costs.
This enhanced warranty is in addition to the standard Gear4music and manufacturer warranty policies, and the Gear4music terms and conditions of trade. No statement or condition of sale contained within these terms affects or restricts your statutory rights as defined under the Consumer Contracts Regulation 2014.
Key Features
The Fender Custom Shop 2026 Collection Time Machine Series '51 Telecaster LCC captures the essence of an early Telecaster that has been carefully preserved. Finished in Aged Nocaster Blonde, this Limited Collection model combines vintage-inspired specifications with Fender Custom Shop craftsmanship. Its lightweight off-centre two-piece ash body produces the bright attack, lively resonance and dynamic response that helped establish the Telecaster as an icon. The Closet Classic treatment adds subtle signs of age while retaining the clean appearance of an instrument that has been cared for.
Built for players who appreciate traditional Fender character, the guitar features a premium AA flame maple quarter-sawn neck with a substantial 1951 U profile and a modern compound-radius fingerboard. Hand-wound '51 Nocaster pickups deliver authentic vintage Telecaster tones with exceptional clarity, punch and responsiveness, while period-correct hardware completes the experience. Combining the visual charm of a carefully maintained original with the reliability of a modern Custom Shop build, this Time Machine Series Telecaster is a superb tribute to Fender's earliest electric guitar designs.
Product Ref: 367138
The early 1950s Telecaster remains one of the most important instruments in electric guitar history, and this Custom Shop recreation faithfully celebrates that legacy. The lightweight off-centre two-piece ash body delivers the distinctive snap, articulation and resonance that define classic Blackguard tones. Finished in aged Nocaster Blonde nitrocellulose lacquer, the guitar reflects the understated elegance of Fender's earliest production models. Unlike heavily aged instruments, the Closet Classic treatment creates the impression of a guitar that has spent decades safely stored while retaining subtle vintage character and visual authenticity.
A matched pair of hand-wound '51 Nocaster pickups provides the unmistakable voice that helped shape modern music. The bridge pickup delivers the cutting attack, clarity and dynamic response that Telecasters are famous for, making it ideal for everything from country and blues to classic rock. The neck pickup complements this with warmth, depth and smooth articulation while preserving excellent note separation. Combined with Fender's 51 Modified Nocaster wiring and vintage-style controls, the electronics offer impressive versatility while remaining true to the original character of the earliest Telecaster models.
The custom AA flame maple quarter-sawn neck combines vintage dimensions with thoughtful modern refinements. Its substantial 1951 U profile offers a comfortable and authoritative feel that many vintage enthusiasts prefer, while compound 7.25 to 12-inch radius provides traditional comfort for chord playing while making bends and lead work easier higher up the neck. Narrow Tall 6105 frets, a bone nut and premium maple construction contribute to an exceptionally responsive and enjoyable playing experience.
The Closet Classic finish package introduces subtle ageing while preserving much of the instrument's original appearance. Unlike relic treatments that simulate extensive wear, Closet Classic guitars resemble vintage instruments that have been carefully maintained over the decades. NOS hardware further enhances this refined aesthetic, creating an authentic balance between old and new. Vintage-style tuners, traditional bridge hardware and period-correct details complete the package, while Fender Custom Shop's renowned attention to detail ensures outstanding consistency and performance. Supplied in a Fender Custom Shop tweed case, this guitar delivers vintage style with modern dependability.
