Why would anyone hate? Squire played a Rick. So did Sir Paul. Classic profile for a bass. Unique sound.
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But no chrome and 5 string?
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I love it, but you already know that
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Who cares about what others think? That is a mighty fine bass. GAS away!
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Well said. Go with what GASses you 
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I don’t think you will find any hate for that bass on this site. I’ve read a lot of posts from people that have a Ric on their bucket list. I think that many people don’t invest because it is not as versatile as other options, but owners (@Ed , @John_E ) may disagree with me. I want a natural mahogany one 
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Ouch! 1976 probably 60-80lbs lol. The newer ones are probably half that.
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That is truly oldskool. Given the age it looks still mint.
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Ooo nice - is it a 4003s? I love it 
@AnotherJosh . Although I’d probably go for the traditional design over this one persoanlly - I guess having a vintage style instrument is like owning a vintage car with all its quirks - not so good for the shopping run but great fun at the weekend 
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At least 140lbs I imagine, based on current specs. It could be like 200lbs from that vintage lol…
My dude, according to Sweetwater these cabs today range from 137-165lbs 
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If I had to sell all my basses but one, the Rick would be the one I keep.
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A new 8x10 weighs 75kg according to Thomann. That would be 165 lbs. Add another 36 kg for the head… I hope you can afford roadies 
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Buy it and start your own studio - you’ll never have to move it
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Then maybe I’m the only one… I wouldn’t say I hate Ricks, but I definitely don’t like the way they look. The dimensions just seem weird to me.
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You can add me to the list. Ricky Bakers don’t appeal to me. I can say with 100% certainty I will never purchase one.
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I bought a red Rick 4001 because McCartney played one. It was cool enough looking, but it just wasn’t the sound or ultimate bass for me. I traded it.
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I’m torn on them. I think they look amazing, sound great, but I will never buy a bass that heavy and if I did that bridge would be the first thing to go.
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Sometimes they are available in the low 8lb range which would be desireable. I play mostly standing up, and anything much over 9lbs becomes a burden after awhile.
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