i got a tweed bass case. what’s anyone’s experience with them?

I had a G&G tweed case a while ago for a Tele I owned at one point. It was great. The hardware and sturdiness is noticeably better than the standard Fender wood cases. I think a little rain should be ok as long as it airs out afterwards, but leaving it in a torrential downpour for a long time or submersing it in a pool is probably a bad idea. I never had an issue with mold or anything like that, but my case was also not heavily used in the years I owned that guitar.

In fact I just bought another Tele yesterday and once my 30 day return window is up and I decide for sure that I'll keep it I'm def going to buy another G&G case. I messed around with about 6 different cases at the shop and the G&G was the best by far, but the newer Fender molded plastic cases are really nice as well.

I've never owned one for my basses, but I imagine it would be a similar experience. I will say that I do have the standard Fender wood case for my Vintera Mustang bass and it's just OK. I would have bought a G&G if it were an option.

 

My Fender Jazz 24 sits in one of those, and it is a quality case. Congrats!

 

have had one that came with a Carvin bass I ordered in 1997. Still looks good, and no problems so far. It was made by C & G, which I am not sure if they are still around. My Fenders (and other vintage designs) look good in it. It has a small blemish or two but the case is rugged and handsome. Of course I do baby my gear.

 

I have this same case. Looks retro cool and is heavy compared to the modern lighter weight cases

 

I hear Robin rocks them.

 

If you've got a hair dryer or a space heater, that takes care of the rain concern!

Tweed can take occasional hard corners bumping it a lot, lot better than tolex can. You can't really put stickers on it, but that's where the dirt retention comes in; put it in the corner of a dirty green room a few times and it'll have stories to tell.

(jk about the dryer/heater....unless you've got a ventilated space and a timer heh)

 

I love them for the vintage vibe for sure. Unfortunately our new kittens like them too.

 

HOLA! I have a brand new black G&G Fender case specific to Mustang basses, and I wanna trade it for a TWEED short-scale case. Who prefers black for a swap. If yours is beat up, I still may consider it. NO Jazz/Precision cases; shortscale only thanks!