question for Eclipse II owners

[Gil]

I'm thinking of very soon getting an eclipse II I love the way they play and only thing I'm stuck on is color. I wanted to know how well the vintage black finish holds up. they had one in the shop along with the olympic white. I like them both very much and I think what will do it for me is the black since it's somewhat of a satin finish.

[BoD]

I have the VW and it seems to be holding up pretty well so far. The only mat finish black I had was the Gothic Explorer, and it started to shine up a bit where ever your arm rubbed the body. The ESP mat finish feels different and may hold up better than the Gibson. ONE WAY TO FIND OUT!!

[mr. tickles]

Vintage white FTW!

I have a black cherry finish...but the VW is where it's at. Plus, as BoD said, sating finishes tend to become shiny when skin is in contact a lot.

[Kgry]

The satin finish wears to a shine.

[Gil]

yeah that's one thing I noticed when I saw it. I think when they come in stock I'll get an Olympic white one. Since I already have a black guitar and a sunburst guitar it seems like a good place to go.

[coyote]

I've had a Eclipse vintage black for over two years and its not shiny at all. Looks just like it did the day I bought it.

[Kgry]

I've had the VHB for like 3 years and it's a bit worn down where my palm rests.

[Gil]

I think I have settled on this :).


http://www.guitarsatbmusic.com.au/esp/guitars/espstd/eclipse/hires/usa_eclipse-ii_sw.jpg

[AnubisUnbound]

Good choice! I have that one, its sexy...

[Mizmo21]

the snow white is nice, i like the vintage better