Case Comparison Question: New Ron Thomas verses Old Its George/Brunswick Case

[Bruce S. de Lis]

Was wondering if any one has Seen and Handled BOTH a It’s A George Case, and the New Ron Thomas Cases.

Both Cases appear similar in appearance, but I was wondering if anyone has seen both and would care to make a Comparison of the Two Cases?

 

[Pizza Bob]

Was wondering if any one has Seen and Handled BOTH a It’s A George Case, and the New Ron Thomas Cases.

Both Cases appear similar in appearance, but I was wondering if anyone has seen both and would care to make a Comparison of the Two Cases?

Bruce,

I may be mistaken, but I think just about all past and present makers of this style tube case purchase(d) the base PVC tube from the same manufacturer. So what it really comes down to is the quality of the work in applying the leather, the fit of the end caps and the construction of the interior. Ron does top notch work and where he has it over the later It's George cases (including those made for Brunswick) is the fitment of the end caps. Ron's look like the Centennials and Fellini's of old - even the older It's Georges were the same. The later ones used caps that had collars on them so the trim of the leather didn't have to be as precise and fit flush with the end cap - just overlap the cut end of the leather. I'm sure that saved manufacturing time and expense, but to me, it's not as aesthetically pleasing.

Adios,

Pizza Bob

 

[Bruce S. de Lis]

Great Info

Bruce,

I may be mistaken, but I think just about all past and present makers of this style tube case purchase(d) the base PVC tube from the same manufacturer. So what it really comes down to is the quality of the work in applying the leather, the fit of the end caps and the construction of the interior. Ron does top notch work and where he has it over the later It's George cases (including those made for Brunswick) is the fitment of the end caps. Ron's look like the Centennials and Fellini's of old - even the older It's Georges were the same. The later ones used caps that had collars on them so the trim of the leather didn't have to be as precise and fit flush with the end cap - just overlap the cut end of the leather. I'm sure that saved manufacturing time and expense, but to me, it's not as aesthetically pleasing.

Adios,

Pizza Bob

Thanks for your Reply....

 

[TATE]

Was wondering if any one has Seen and Handled BOTH a It’s A George Case, and the New Ron Thomas Cases.

Both Cases appear similar in appearance, but I was wondering if anyone has seen both and would care to make a Comparison of the Two Cases?

In general, I think the two negatives of these style of cases is:

1) The interior wears out and can't be replaced (as far as I know).

2) If you accidentally step on the open end of the case, like if it's under a table for example, you can crack the shell and it will never be firm again.

As good as these cases are/were, an investment in a truly quality case, like a Justis or Whitten, is well worth the extra $100 - $200.

Chris

 

[Bruce S. de Lis]

In general, I think the two negatives of these style of cases is:

1) The interior wears out and can't be replaced (as far as I know).

2) If you accidentally step on the open end of the case, like if it's under a table for example, you can crack the shell and it will never be firm again.

As good as these cases are/were, an investment in a truly quality case, like a Justis or Whitten, is well worth the extra $100 - $200.

Chris

Your Point 1 & 2 Above are GREAT..... INFO.......