Guitar is in great condition other than minor paint rub off.which is common on matte black guitars. There is 1 small paint chip under the bridge pickup the guitar.tips are not chipped or damaged in any way, its merely paint rub off. See pics judge for yourself. Guitar sounds fantastic, there's a reason bare knuckles cost so much. No case but will be professionally packed.tips and headstock will be wrapped extra heavily and cushioned to prevent damage and will be insured .no returns but guitar will arrive in condition i have described it in.free shipping for the lower 48 states. Will not ship internationally