does the carbon fiber and matte black finish last?
358182
Only had for a few months. Looks nice and seems to be lasting. It would sound better if it was not an automatic.
1150286
Yes, applied it 3 months ago to a bike with a carbon frame with a matte finish and it holds great. The tape looks perfectly clear, however have not removed it so am uncertain whether it would leave a residue following removal.
2096632
I guess it's closer to a Matte finish than gloss, but it has a smother texture than a really flat finish. Maybe it's closer to a low-lustre finish. BTW, mine is holding up very well.
2252424
I have the black and it does scratch fairly easily. But I am kind of rough on it.
1297674
Structurally there isn't a difference. The black is like a bonded leather and the carbon is a plastic fiber weave. I have bought a pink that would be like the black and I have bought two carbon and plan to buy a third carbon. I think the carbon hides scuffs better and is more scratch resistance. I think the corners of the carbon case are more durable too.
48368
I ordered the Carbon Fiber Finish but received the Matte Finish...either way, it is a top of the line holster.
414312
It has a very glossy finish. I sent it back so I don't have any information on its durability.
1581167
The other answer seems to have got a bad product, or they changed their coating process at some point. I don't know the technical details, but mine has a very good finish, which, after more than 3 years of use, has not worn, chipped, or scratched very much at all. There are some small exposed spots that appeared after dropping it, but they have not caused any flaking. There is some slight fading where parts rub together or where it is handled most often, but you have to look for it.
1684485
Inside my Bronco, the gloss has been great. I have used Aerospace 303 Protectant on it, so I'm not sure how the gloss would hold up without it. It's been 3 years now though. Outside my Bronco, I sprayed this product rough and quickly on the bumpers and nerf bars to achieve a less glossy and more rough texture. The areas where I didn't spray it as roughly (on my spare tire carrier) are still glossy after 3 years. But again, I use Aerospace 303 on these sprayed areas as well. The aerospace helps keep the black a nice dark black, and it preserves the shine fairly well. I cannot tell you how well it would hold up without maintenance.
1698489
It is not carbon fiber. It is black with an artificial leather grained appearance.
295058
the matte and glossy finish is not an issue. And my 71F is in a room that gets tons of light. I'm not sure what some people are talking about when they warn about the finish. It only adds the beauty of the set. Go for it!
1302732
I have the black one and have had it for a couple of months now. It hasn't faded in the slightest
212484
Think Cheryl Perkins answer was spot on. We have the black finish on ours and cant even notice.
2019472
The finish is gloss, but only on the body and headstock. The matte finish is really only available on older models. It does however, not effect the glorious sound in any way. This could quite possibly be one of the best masterbilt models yet, and that is ignoring the awesome electronics this has.
1643273
Yes it's the matte finish. Although, at certain angles you can still see body oils, but it's not a glossy finish.
1951561
I have not experience black scuff marks or marks of any kind. It is very smooth and I am please with it.
853864
While the Lincoln is still dealer clean, I'd put 2 or 3 coats of Collinite Insulator wax waiting a few days between applications. I find that gives a great finish that lasts all through brutal winters and hot summers, washes clean easily, while also cutting down on road rash chips 'n' scratches in the clearcoat. Just my $.02.