SKB 1SKB-63 Explorer/Firebird Type Hardshell Guitar Flight Case

I purchased a 2nd hand Firebird sometime ago but went on to sell it. I instantly regretted it and recently purchased another. I also purchased this case as the original Firebird I had came with one and I was impressed with its design and durability. Not only do I find the shape more pleasing than the traditional rectangular hard cases, but the balance is also nice when carrying. The traditional (Gibson) rectangular ones also tend to wear at the corners more. Both my Firebird and Explorer fit nicely in the case and I can't detect movement when I'm carrying. They're still big cases mind (like the rectangular ones) and don't fit across the width of my car boot like other guitar types will.Prices on Amazon fluctuate and I purchased my current case from for £108 (no discount for reviewing here!). Item came well packaged.

SKB have gone for the whole explorer type market with this case. As a result a significant amount of packing is required to make it suitable for a Gibson Explorer. Having said that, I checked the Explorer in in this case on a KLM flight and it didn't turn up. I was however located and eventually arrived scuffed and distressed all over. The Guitar was fine so the case did its job.

The case was delivered really quickly and arrived well packed. The case itself is excellent and really sturdy. I’ve used SKB cases for years, even toured with them and they’ve never let me down. Would highly recommend.

Good protection and I am pleased with it. My Ibanez Destroyer didn't fit flush (mainly around the neck heel area) but I managed to press the internal foam into the correct shape to accommodate it.

Hi was perfect for my son as we had tried another one previous and didn't fit. I would say if u need a car to get guitar about then maybe u should think about a smaller case. We have family medium size car and can't get it in the boot. Hope that helps anyone