This is the Telecaster in its purest form—the one that set the gold standard for electric guitars.

Before the Telecaster became a household name, it was an upstart—an innovative, no-frills electric guitar that changed the course of music history. In 1951, Fender rebranded its flagship model from the Broadcaster, and the first blackguard Telecaster rolled off the line. The rest? Pure legend. From the honky-tonk bars of Nashville to the raw energy of rock and blues, the Telecaster set the standard for solid-body electric guitars and has been in continuous production ever since.

Now, Fender’s American Vintage II 1951 Telecaster brings that same magic back to life with remarkable accuracy and feel. This is the real deal—not just an homage, but a meticulous recreation of the guitar that started it all.

With its solid ash body and chunky ‘51 “U” neck profile, this Tele has the kind of resonance and response that defines vintage Fender. It’s alive in your hands—twangy, dynamic, and expressive. The Pure Vintage ‘51 pickups capture that unmistakable twang, snap, and growl. From shimmering cleans to snarling overdrive, it’s easy to see why so many players rely on this shape-shifting icon.

Fender has gone to great lengths to get this one right, from the vintage-correct 7.25” radius fingerboard to the narrow 12th fret dot spacing—every last detail is dialed in to match the originals.

Whether you’re a vintage purist, a working musician, or just someone who wants to own a piece of history, the American Vintage II 1951 Telecaster is as close as you can get to stepping back in time and grabbing one off the wall in Leo’s workshop.