Description

The Fender Custom Shop Master Built 1959 Transition Stratocaster Journeyman Relic in Shoreline Gold is a stunning tribute to a pivotal era in Stratocaster history, brought to life by the hands of Kyle McMillin—one of the most revered Master Builders at Fender. Known for his meticulous craftsmanship and deep respect for Fender’s legacy, McMillin has established himself as a true artist in the electric guitar world, blending vintage authenticity with modern precision. His creations are sought after by collectors and players alike, as he continues to push the boundaries of what a Master Built instrument can be.

This Select Alder-bodied Stratocaster embodies the refined elegance of the late '50s transition period, featuring a nitrocellulose lacquer finish that has been expertly aged with a Journeyman Relic treatment—giving it the look and feel of a well-loved vintage guitar without excessive wear. The AAA Flame Maple neck, shaped into a comfortable 1960 Style Oval “C” profile, offers an effortless playing experience, complemented by a smooth AAA Rosewood fingerboard with a 9.5” radius and 21 Jumbo 6100 frets for superior playability and sustain.

Under the hood, this Master Built Stratocaster is loaded with hand-wound Poblano Strat pickups, delivering the perfect balance of warmth, clarity, and dynamic response. With a 5-way selector switch, players can access a range of tones from sparkling cleans to rich, bluesy overdrive. The classic 6-saddle vintage-style synchronized tremolo and bone nut ensure exceptional tuning stability and resonance, while aged white plastic control knobs and a 1-ply parchment pickguard complete the timeless aesthetic.

Weighing in at just 7 lbs 2 oz, this instrument is as comfortable to play as it is sonically inspiring. Housed in a premium hard case, the 1959 Transition Stratocaster Journeyman Relic is a true work of art—both a collector’s dream and a stage-ready powerhouse. Thanks to Kyle McMillin’s masterful touch, this Strat isn’t just an instrument; it’s a piece of Fender history, reborn for today’s discerning players.

Other features include:

Model Number: 9215006697
Masterbuilt by Kyle McMillin
Color: Shoreline Gold
Body Shape: Stratocaster®
Body Material: Select Alder
Body Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Neck Material: AAA Flame Maple
Neck Shape: 1960 Style Oval "C"
Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)
Fingerboard Radius: 9.5" (241 mm)
Number of Frets: 21
Fret Size: Jumbo 6100
String Nut: Bone
Nut Width: 1.650" (42 mm)
Neck Plate: 4-Bolt
Neck Finish: Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Fingerboard: AAA Rosewood
Position Inlays: White
Bridge Pickup: Handwound Poblano Strat
Middle Pickup: Handwound Poblano Strat RWRP
Neck Pickup: Handwound Poblano Strat
Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1. (Neck/Middle Pickups), Tone 2. (Bridge Pickup)
Pickup Switching: 5-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Middle Pickup, Position 3. Middle Pickup, Position 4. Middle and Neck Pickup, Position 5. Neck Pickup
Pickup Configuration: SSS
Bridge: 6-Saddle Vintage-Style Synchronized Tremolo
Tuning Machines: Vintage
Orientation: Right-Hand
Pickguard: 1-Ply Parchment
Control Knobs: Aged White Plastic
Strings: NPS, .010-.046 Gauges
Hard Case
7 lbs 2 oz