Purchased new but only tested and then stored in the gig bag. The only signs of use is the plastic protector on the top corner of the pickguard had lifted and the remaining plastic has pick marks but the pickguard itself is protected. This is a great deal on a very high quality guitar. Noiseless pickups as Found on the American Deluxe series, vintage kluson style tuners, a switch to allow the bridge pickup to be engaged with the neck pick up. A Mexican guitar with lots of USA Strat components. Includes Fender Deluxe Gig Bag and Case Candy.