thelimey

Trust me. Not thrilled with the lack of QA. Though in Gibson’s defense it took me a few days to notice it as assumed a reflection until then. But the hassle of returning to get another one which may have issues of its own and not sound as good - and will inevitably get marked up by me playing the thing. Seems not worth it. Plus it’s on the back. And it’s not structural. Obviously cracked guitars get returned immediately.

Just got a brand new J45 Banner model. Nicest guitar I've ever owned. After a few days of playing, I finally played it in a room lit well enough to notice some finish missing from the heel. Not looking to return it (sounds too good) but looking for piece of mind that this sort of sloppy fit and finish is par for the course when it comes to the Custom Shop. I know the VOS finish is super thin and I shouldn't be comparing to the almost bulletproof thick gloss finishes on my other Gibsons. I have a well-played 25 year-old Martin that's not missing less finish despite seeing the inside of many a dive bar. Sure, wear and tear will happen over time, but if I'd wanted it from the factory I could have spent $1500 more on a Murphy Lab! Speaking of, does anyone know if the VOS finish wears quicker than a gloss finish - helping accelerate the aging process?