I'm first time buyer here on talkbass and must admit I was nervous about buying a used instrument online that I have never played. Thankfully, John made it a great first experience, and I love the Fender Deluxe I just got. Fast shipping, carefully packaged, and the bass matched his description very well. Any cosmetic flaws were all pointed out in the original thread and it completely met my expectations. If you're in the market for a new bass or new gear and John has something you're interested in, don't hesitate to contact him!