Fender Telecaster 1960 Glas Custom Honey Blonde Relic 7.6lb KILLER.

Here we have a Glas Customs Telecaster build inspired by the golden-era transitional models of the early 1960s, finished in translucent honey blonde and relic’d as part of our 2025 Fall Collection. The alder body is lightweight at just 7.6 lbs, resonant and lively when played acoustically. The finish has been UV-bombed to simulate decades of natural exposure, then naturally checked, yellowed, and dulled through a true cracked-lacquer process. Every screw, plastic, and hardware piece has been carefully aged to match, resulting in a cohesive, authentic feel throughout. Even the pickguard shows natural warp and lift like the originals — a detail that immediately evokes a true vintage Tele. This build nails the transitional character of the period: a 3-ply guard paired with a maple neck, dome-top control knobs, and steel saddles. It’s the blend of late-’50s holdovers and early-’60s updates that defined this short-lived but iconic spec. The genuine Fender neck has been fully refinished in n