So much for Gator ProGo Ultimate Gig Bag protection (MM Bass accident)

I was lazy last night coming back from the gig and left my bass out on the floor. Tripped over it last night but, thought nothing of it. When I pulled it out today...well...I guess the pics will tell the story. I took the strings and neck off, cleaned it up, screwed the neck back on and it seems solid except the bottom two neckplate screws are stripped. Not sure what'll happen if I put strings on it.

Wrote to Gator but, I doubt they care. They don't make any real representations regarding protection in their ads or warranty. Sux cuz it's my only fiver and I use it constantly.

 

the neck screws pulled out. No cracks but the bottom two neck plate screws are stripped

 

I didn't step on it, I tripped. I'm not blaming the bag but, this bag is supposed to offer shock absorption which was obviously limited.

 

Again I'm not blaming the bag. It was my fault for being lazy but....here's what their advertising says

Ultimate protection and convenience for your gigging life

The ProGo Ultimate gig bag is Gator's 'extra mile' design for your electric bass guitars. Heavy-duty nylon exterior keeps things from penetrating the case to keep your guitars clean and puncture-free. The ultra-thick padded sidewalls give this gig bag some resistance and micro-fleece lining protects even the most fragile of finishes against scratches. When someone asks a Sweetwater Sales Engineer what the most important thing about a bass case is the answer is stabilizing your guitar. If your guitars are floating around free inside the case, you risk body dings, damaged electronics controls, - even a broken neck. Gator solves this by including a padded neck support and body blocker shock absorber, your guitars will rest in luxury. Handles on the front and side and backpack straps adjust for your comfort or can be completely removed, you'll never be at a loss for a way to carry the load. The rubber foot on the bottom keeps your basses from slipping and sliding when you lean them against the bar during load in. They also made sure to give you plenty of pockets for peripherals including a special internal cable management system and a spot for your tablet. The pocket on the back? Why that's Sweetwater's favorite feature - it holds an included, protective rain cover!

 

Good ideas for repair. I can probably do that myself

 

Precision bass...says it all. You can hammer nails with them I didn't step on it but, I think the problem was the bass wasn't really secure in the bag

 

Wait!!! How was the car?