Id go for the one with the original hardware. Both of these have pups that leave a lot to be desired. The MIM Nashvilles are very versatile and I would usually point you in that direction with a pup change, or a MIM Muddy Waters. However, between the two axes presented here, the Cali is probably the better buy. A good Cali will outsell a modified MIM Nashville, whether deservedly so or not.