Roadworn - Uh, no thanks...

[pdidmh1]

I hate the road worn look. If I buy a new car I want it to look new. I don't want it pre dented.

[ukejon]

I like adding wear to my own guitars by playing the heck out of them and I like buying old guitars with legit wear...both lead to good MOJO!


Wear done with a grinder, sandpaper, and someone dinging the surface with a screwdriver? No MOJO....more appropriately called NOJO.

[ClaptonWannabe2]

I'd much rather buy a used "poor condition" guitar and save my $$$$.

If structurally OK of course.

[Lockback]

Originally Posted by Bob Womack

Now compare that to this guitar:






This is a 45 year old guitar that has been with me for 42 years. It has spent time on the road, been to Atlanta Federal Pen., and has been used in countless recording sessions since 1979. A few dings and bruises but nothing through the finish. The binding is yellowing and there is some pick brush on the pickups and pick guard. Honest mileage may vary from "road worn."


Bob

Absolutely gorgeous!
I love it when people appreciate and care for things they love.