One advantage of a bolt-on neck is that, since the neck and body can be finished separately, it's not necessary to have the same finish on both parts. A high-gloss finish may be desirable on the body of a guitar, but many players dislike high-gloss necks because the finish creates drag against damp skin. (Some even rub the neck with steel wool or extra-fine sandpaper to take the gloss off.) Taylor does all their necks in a low-drag matte finish, regardless of the finish on the body.