case and nature's elements

[love2play21]

I have the old style Larriveé case and wondering is it ok if i go from my truck through the rain to a building and then back.  do i just wipe it down with a rag or can water actually get in by just a short walk in the rain from inside to the 'ol truck? just always wondered and figured I'd ask for yalls opinion.   

[hatofthecat]

I can't say I trust any standard hardcase to be waterproof (or rain proof anyway)    I picked up a case cover off ebay, Ameritage brand, which was for a Dread case but fits my Larrivee L hardshell case ok with a bit of slack all round. I feel a lot happier with the extra protection and of course it saves my hardshell from daily scuffs. 

I don't know why they aren't more commonlly used over guitar cases  as they are pretty much the norm for classical instruments like violins, cellos etc.

Pete

[Old Geezer]

As long as it doesn't get the chance to sit around soaked (wipe it down right away) and it's been treated with some sort of spray wax a few times, it should be fine.
I've had a case from the 60's that's been wet a lot and shows no visible signs of water damage. liberal applications of liquid Pledge over the years has helped.

OG