JRBC

Interesting you mention that as the humidity in the case read really high as soon as I got it.

Hello, I am new to the forum but not guitars, I've been playing just shy of 30 years. I purchased my first Gibson(s) this summer and ran into the same issue with both, I'm hoping someone has input. Issue: visible ridge in back center seam that I can feel with my fingernail in at least 1/3 of the seam. So shiny the pics are difficult to capture for forum. I sent back the first purchase which was the 60s wine red j45 (neck too thick as well). Replaced it with a Southern Jumbo and I love the sound but not the ridge. Facts: Luthier says it's ok (emphasizing the internal wood strip running length of seam but that's cold comfort on a new guitar. I'm within return period with store. Questions are: 1- should I return and replace it when back in stock? 2- will it affect resale if I decided to pass it on? *still trying to photograph it, the reflection is terrible. thank you for your input!

Will do! I'll add the pictures, tough to when they're so shiny.

Hello, I am new to the forum but not guitars, I've been playing just shy of 30 years. I purchased my first Gibson(s) this summer and ran into the same issue with both, I'm hoping someone has input. Issue: visible ridge in back center seam that I can feel with my fingernail in at least 1/3 of the seam. So shiny the pics are difficult to capture for forum. I sent back the first purchase which was the 60s wine red j45 (neck too thick as well). Replaced it with a Southern Jumbo and I love the sound but not the ridge. Facts: Luthier says it's ok (emphasizing the internal wood strip running length of seam but that's cold comfort on a new guitar. I'm within return period with store. Questions are: 1- should I return and replace it when back in stock? 2- will it affect resale? thank you for your input! JRBC