“The Blackguard” 5-Hole Bakelite Telecaster Pickguard – Hand-Relic Vintage Series

Description 1950s Authenticity: The Blackguard 5-Hole Bakelite Tele Pickguard Give your project the soul of a true vintage masterpiece. This 5-hole Bakelite Telecaster pickguard is the gold standard for anyone building a 1950-1954 “Blackguard” tribute. Unlike modern plastic parts that look “flat,” our guards are made from authentic phenolic Bakelite, providing the correct rigidity and the iconic matte-to-satin sheen found on the earliest Fender instruments. Every guard is top-coated in nitrocellulose lacquer and hand-finished with a realistic, non-uniform relic pattern to ensure it looks like it has survived decades of smoky bar rooms and world tours. Why This Bakelite Guard is the Builder’s Choice: Authentic Phenolic Material: We use genuine Bakelite that produces the classic “tink” sound when tapped and wears naturally over time. Period-Correct 5-Hole Pattern: Specifically designed for vintage-spec bodies; no neck pickup mounting holes for a clean, early-50s look. Pro-Grade Hand Relic: Our aging process includes pick-wear, “ghosting,” and realistic edge wear that mimics years of friction. Lacquer-Finished / Square Edge: Features the traditional straight-cut edge with a light lacquer clear-coat for that authentic look. Proudly Made in the USA: Every guard is sprayed and aged at our shop in NY. The Essential Component for Blackguard Tributes Are you building a 1952 reissue or a custom relic Telecaster? The pickguard is the visual soul of the guitar. Don’t ruin a premium build with a cheap plastic guard. Our aged Bakelite pickguard offers the tactile grit and historical accuracy your guitar deserves. Order yours today. Give your Tele its 1950s identity back. Give your Tele what she has been begging for and a truly vintage looking Relic Telecaster Bakelite Pickguard! Each guard will look just like the real deal! She will be aged to look authentic, including the shiny area under the strings, picking scratches, and some bumps/bruises along the edges. PLEASE ALLOW 10 BUSINESS DAYS  FOR US TO CREATE YOUR GUARD***