Just because something is "ugly" doesen't make it any less desirable!! especially if it's a 'Ray.
Beauty is subjective, when I said ugly, I meant as in something that isn't visually appealing to me-somebody else might love it. Beauty is a nice thing to have, but I'm all about functionality. Don't get me wrong! EB Basses are beautiful too.
in example, I'm not a big fan of egyptian smoke.
But if I could have an ES SR5 HH at my door tommorow, it would be there!
All opinion.
I guess the nice way to say it is:
"I'll take the less desirable color."