After ordering the HB "Chickenbacker"in August mine arrived to my home in the States yesterday.For the money it's hard to complain, with shipping it came in at $280usd.Out of the box it was just about in tune with the set up and action very playable.The finish is very nice and while it isn't a exact copy to a Ric soundwise it has a unique sound of its own,very usable.At my age and as an owner of 19 basses a genuine Ric doesn't make sense so this will do just fine.To anyone wanting that Rickenbacker vibe without a couple of grand to spare, don't be afraid to grab the HB rb-414 cb.If you can get one as they seem to sell out quickly.