I like the idea of the Fender case. I also like the idea of shooting for the case at a discount when I buy the guitar. It is worth a shot. I noticed that people sell the Fender cases on Craig's List. An experienced player told me that they are sold by broke guys who don't want to sell the guitar itself. I will definitely try to pay less than retail. My user name was almost budgetplayer.
2016 Standard Telecaster in Lake Placid Blue
2016 Yamaha FSX800c in Ruby Red
2016 Fender Super Champ X2