Open Box Road Runner Boulevard Series Wood Electric Guitar Case Level 1 Black Tweed

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OK, but not great, for a Telecaster

I think I like this case, despite its flaws - and there are a number. While horizontally, it is a snug fit for a (Squier CV) Telecaster, there are about 3" vertically that would need to be eliminated for a snug fit in that direction. I've seen other reviews saying the lid couldn't be closed, but in my case, it closed, although as can be seen in one of the photos, it's a snug fit in terms of depth - you don't have to *force* the lid closed, but you can tell the cushion on the lid is compressing against the neck and bridge, etc. Assuming it's not squeezing the guitar enough to cause damage (and I don't think it is...it's just cushion compressing as far as I can tell), that will actually just help keep the guitar from sliding around, which helps offset the fact that it's not a great fit all around for a Tele (although as the cushion becomes permanently compressed and loosens against the guitar, this benefit will be lost). The edges don't line up perfectly when the lid is closed, on some sides (on others it's OK), and the plastic that is folded over and "sewn on" is not tight against the body at the corners and I expect that to flake and crack if not tear completely away eventually, and in fact at least one of the pieces of thread sewn over those folds is loose and will probably come apart too. Even though it's rectangular, it's not a huge case overall, which is a plus, and I do like the gray tweed covering. The hinges, latches, and handle are no worse than those on cases from a manufacturEr of tyPIcal low- to mid-range, say, Les Paul style guitars. It feels too cheap to be road or tour-worthy and it's not air-worthy, and given the quality and cost, it's not a great deal. If you can get it on sale or a get a deal on it, it's not the worst case out there though, and I'll be happy enough using it for my little Squier.