Case Opinions Wanted

[GretschPlayer101]

What do you think of this case for a Jet?

Allen Eden Arch Top Les Paul White Hard Shell Guitar Case

This hardshell guitar case features 5-ply wood construction, soft plush lining, steel hardware, and a molded plastic handle. Tough textured vinyl surface. Feet at the base are designed to allow the case to stand up straight. Designed to hold Gibson Les Paul style guitars. Specifications: Wood...

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[juks]

If you have a bigsby it may not fit.

 

[hcsterg]

Hello @GretschPlayer101,

Indeed it's a nice case, but bee careful : not all Les Paul case can accept a Jet !
An here's the reason why : the Jet is larger/bigger in size than a Les Paul at the shoulders...
I made the experience by myself, and had to return a thomann.de Les Paul case where a Jet did not entered.

Apart the official Gretsch cases, the Warwick/Rockcase RC10604 accept a Jet G5220. I have a RC10604BR (below) and a RC10604BK to attest it.

There's certainly other models / brands that are convenients too for a Jet. I'm sure other G-T members can have a clue about that...

But it's me, OK ?

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[GretschPlayer101]

If you have a bigsby it may not fit.

Thanks for the input. That's what I am afraid of. My case that came with the guitar is not original Gretsch and perfectly fine, just I thought this white case looks cool. This guitar company is about 10 miles from me so I should bring my G6128T 53 VS there and try it out.

 

[hcsterg]

If you have a bigsby it may not fit.

Yes, that's right, but if you modify the lid pad like I did below, you can manage enough room to include a folded Bigsby B3 or B5 :

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[hcsterg]

Thanks for the input. That's what I am afraid of. My case that came with the guitar is not original Gretsch and perfectly fine, just I thought this white case looks cool. This guitar company is about 10 miles from me so I should bring my G6128T 53 VS there and try it out.

When possible, that's obviously the best solution, of course...

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[JackNangle]

I wonder how it would fit in a 2655 centre block junior case? The new tweed one looks lovely

Gretsch G2655T Tweed Hardshell Case

Give your Gretsch Streamliner the case it deserves! This tweed case features gold latches, gold hardware, brown plush interior, center storage compartment, and a cream colored Gretsch logo. Durable and stylish, these cases will get your guitar to the gig night after night!Material: Wood and Foam...

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[hcsterg]

Yes, I have one for my G5622TLH 1st serie (see avatar), which is an Electromatic Thinline Center Block : it is simply fine for that guitar format, but would certainly be too large for a Jet. That said, I think that there is a Jet-compatible version of that tweed case... I saw that recently, but where ? I don't remembe, sorry...

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[gretsch-to-go]

I'l always opt for a molded hard shell at a certain price point. I can deal with scratches, but Tolex or Tweed coming unglued. Better things to do than reupholster cases.

 

[gtttrrr]

Thanks for the input. That's what I am afraid of. My case that came with the guitar is not original Gretsch and perfectly fine, just I thought this white case looks cool. This guitar company is about 10 miles from me so I should bring my G6128T 53 VS there and try it out.

It is a great lookin case..

 

[Henry]

My personal preference is that if I already have a hard case, I prefer to get a nice gig bag for light travel or, if I was a working musician, a flight case for real protectuon.

But there's nothing wrong with getting another case just because you like the color!

 

[Wagonpeddler]

My 5420 came to me in a Road Runner acoustic case. Case was nice with a tweed covering, however, it was a little too deep. I sold it and bought a Gretsch 6241FT case made for my model. The guitar fits well, but the case is of poor quality....only three latches, covering peeled off in several spots that I had to glue back on. For home storage, it's OK, but I would not do any extensive traveling with it.