Gator GW-JUMBO Jumbo Acoustic Guitar Deluxe Wood Case

Slightly annoyed that the case was the last one in stock - and probably for good reason. The locking latch on the case seems to have had its screws pulled out. One is missing and the other will not tighten. It was all sealed up in the bag, so it came from Gator like this. Shame their QC let this through. I'm now going to have to get the case repaired. Other than that, it fits an explorer shape really well.

Good quality really pleased and value for money

Note: this review is for what Amazon lists as "Brown", the rectangular wooden case.Personally, I love the vintage look of the case. It has an aged brown leather appearance offset nicely by the gold-plated hardware. It looks older than it is, which I like.The case is very lightweight given that's it's made out of (ply)wood.It doesn't work for all guitars. A Les Paul shape fits like a glove and is totally snug. Telecaster fits with a bit of wiggle room. Jazzmaster does not remotely fit.I haven't taken this case on the road yet. It appears fairly sturdy, although I can get a bit of flex out of the wood with my thumbs. I suspect that it wouldn't hold up very well to abuse and I doubt the case will last as long as the guitar I'm putting in it. Maybe it's tougher than it feels.In terms of the hinges/clasps/etc., it's a mixed bag. The feet are gold-coloured plastic although everything else seems to be metal. Some parts seem a little on the thin side. Clasps are reasonably sturdy. Keys are included if you want to deter thieves who don't also want a case for their new acquisition.The interior of the case is nicely plush. A compartment for whatever you might want to stow is handy and a decent size, although I don't really have a use for it.Overall, I think I'd hoped the case would feel a bit sturdier, although I could be underestimating it. Otherwise, this is a nice mid-tier case with a great vintage look - if it fits your guitar. For the price I paid (£50) it would be hard to complain. If it crumples at the first sign of trouble or turns out to be as tough as a Roland Micro Cube I'll endeavour to update this review.

First impression of supplied case wasn't good . Packaging looked like it had been rolled down a hill , case appears fine and not marked however be carefull of the sizes quoted . The width of the case states 40cm . This includes the handle and the hinges . The internal width could not accommodate my Ibanez Studio electric guitar at 35 cm. wide. It would accommodate a guitar at 34cm wide.

My last case was held together by tape and cable ties. Decided to go for something “high end” even though pretty much anything would have been an upgrade.This arrived with a few minor knocks and scrapes on it but these are designed to take damage like that. It’s only going to look even more bust up in the coming weeks with regular use anyway.It was more convenient and, I suppose pleasant, to have a new one arrive quickly than to try and source a similar condition second hand one that might end up smelling like a foot.My only complaint is that it may be too snug in certain parts. I can’t get a strap in comfortably because of how tight the interior is. I have to take it off each time and put it somewhere else. But that’s probably a good thing.

Sometimes, when writing a review you have to pause to decide whether an aesthetic issue is actually all that important when compared against usefulness and whether an item is fit for purpose. In this case it's the interior which is a shocking pink that made me stop to think. There's also a silky cover attached to the case by straps which allow it to be folded over the top of your instrument. The strap which stops the lid falling back is as fluffy as the fluffiest cuddly toy. The only word to describe all this pinkness is KITSCH.But is that enough to deduct a star?Does the case do a good job?Is it strong and well built?Does it protect your guitar and can you store a good amount of accessories inside the interior compartment?My experience of using this case suggests that all four answers have to be 'Yes'.I don't think I'd recommend this case for heavy gigging but if you're doing that, you'll probably be looking for a much stronger case anyway. For general day-to-day use + storage + safely moving your guitar by carrying it in a car or van, it does a good job. As can be seen in the montage of photos that I've attached to this review, the accessory compartment can hold a good amount of items. If you transport several pedals (especially any needing power transformers) you will probably already have a pedalboard or maybe a different type of strengthened case such as the 'Armourdillo Lightweight Hard-Foam Case for Full-Size Electric Guitars'.So - interior aesthetics aside - the case gets a full 5 stars from me. I don't leave it open to admire the inside, so those aesthetic issues are irrelevant to how well the case does its job.

Grandson was very pleased

I have several gator cases and can’t fault them. However, this one is not great. Whilst it is very sturdy, unfortunately the case clips are far too lose.In truth, I don’t trust them to stay closed therefore to protect me Les Paul I’ve resorted to reinforcing the case with the use of a bungee cord. Doesn’t look great, but can’t risk it.The inside is lovely. Case is lightweight.Just those darn clips!