How do I store my Nitro-finished P-Bass

[Tim1]

Some one else mentioned about storing with a strap attached and I wanted to chime in with that as well. I refinished a friend of mines frankenstrat with reranch Daphne Blue nitro. He put it in the case with the strap underneath it. This was a leather strap with a Celtic Knot pattern in it. a few weeks later he pulls it out and that Celtic Knot pattern was running diagonally across the back of his newly refinished guitar. Apparently the oil in the strap that keeps it supple reacted with the lacquer.

I have always stored my basses in their cases with the strap attached and on top of it. Never once had any sort of issue.

 

[Bassmanmike1]

I have always stored my basses in their cases with the strap attached and on top of it. Never once had any sort of issue.

This was a leather strap that had some mink oil or something similar applied to it to keep it supple. Also the strap was in the bottom of the case with the guitar on top of it. I also sometimes leave a strap on my bass but it goes over the top of it along the length of the bass on top of the strings, so it doesn't come into direct contact with paint. I also don't leave it like that for weeks at a time.

 

[Tim1]

This was a leather strap that had some mink oil or something similar applied to it to keep it supple. Also the strap was in the bottom of the case with the guitar on top of it. I also sometimes leave a strap on my bass but it goes over the top of it along the length of the bass on top of the strings, so it doesn't come into direct contact with paint. I also don't leave it like that for weeks at a time.

Ya, it was more than likely the oil reacting with the paint.

 

[Psychbunny]

I keep my nitro's on stands which are formulated for Nitro. They are available and while more expensive then the foam they are nicer stands. You can get nitro save hanging stands or standard stands for $30.00. Just search GC or any major on-line retail for stands and they will say "safe for all finishes". The finish is not as delicate as the above posters indicate I have had nitro's since 1979 and have never had a finish problem, I have some patina but that is it. You have a great bass, play the heck out of it that's what it is made for.

 

[G-MonRV5]

Got to agree with Gaolee on this one. I bought a P-bass over a year ago, (and love it) and even though I take very good care of my instruments in general, I've never been too hung up on keeping it pristine. It's the workhorse of basses, so if I get some incidental wear - not abuse or neglect, mind you - then... meh. Whatever.

 

[Tom Bomb]

Reputable stands and cases are the go. The manufacturer will testify - just ask. And, you need to know, sunshine is not your friend if you're basking your nitro in it. Remember though, there's not much you can do to stop the aging process. Just accept it. Everyone here's talking good sense. Making a meal of your finish can actually add value and can liberate you, set you at ease (though this makes little sense to me as I like unfettered finishes).

Still, it's true, if you're looking to extend the life of a finish there are things you can do to slow down the aging process. Rapid temperature change is a genuine threat. Guard against it. So too is any fluctuation in relative humidity. As has already been said, you can always cover suspect materials in a more nitro-friendly material, like cotton, or play it safe and turf 'em in favor of something guaranteed to keep the gunge gremlins at bay.

 

[2cooltoolz]

First, a qualifier; I have no idea what I'm talking about!

I have three nitro basses, and two of them live in reach, on a stand. I wrapped the hell out of the contact points with cotton gauze (thick!). So far, so good.

The third, a transparent blond AVRI, spends way too much time in one of the newer SKB "chainsaw" cases. No ill effects yet, but not enough time to really know.

 

[Tom Bomb]

I have no idea what I'm talking about!

You're not Robinson Crusoe there. (But your info. is sound ) I hope the SKB serves its purpose for you. Sounds promising