One thing about Ron (as someone already mentioned) is that he was part of a huge change. This, combined with the fact that he's such an incredible guitarist, makes him quite big in GNR's history.
Bumble isn't much of a Rock Star. He doesn't drink, do drugs, or sleep around on his wife.?
And who does it in GNR these days? Apart from Axl and maybe Dizzy?
Geezuz, get a clue, mate.
Why does this guy who has nothing to do with "Chinese Democracy" get so much credit.
Hmm... Let me think here....... Maybe because he actually deserves it?
PS.: The new guitar only comes out in 2007.......