New 2026 Rickenbacker 4003 — is this normal?

Just got a new 2026 Rickenbacker 4003. I notice there’s lacquer that seems chipped around the first fret. Other frets are fine.

Is this normal for Rickenbackers?

Thanks!

Edit: see picture from another angle in the comments

u/nyc-bass — 14 hours ago

36M bassist looking to jam. Rush, Yes, Pink Floyd, Genesis, 90s rock / alt rock

I’m a bassist looking to play with people somewhat regularly (once a week / every other week). Been playing for 28 years, all sorts of music. As a kid I grew up playing jazz, and in college and onward I played in a few cover bands and with singer-songwriters.

I put some music I like in the title but I’m generally pretty open since I’m into a lot of different genres. Just want to play with cool people and make good music.

Based in Manhattan. Looking for a drummer / guitarist to start.

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