I was a bit hesitant about buying a relic, but i'm so glad i did. The relic and color on this guitar looks so good the pictures don't do it justice, the nitro lacquer also gives it an expensive and played in feel. It came set up perfectly, no sharp fret ends to be found and plays like a dream. The Pau Ferro fretboard is also surprisingly dark and looks absolutely killer with this red finish. I feel like people are sleeping on this guitar, can't believe i got such a good looking and feeling nitrocellulose relic shred guitar for this price.