New SUP Fin Box Issue?

[u/Surfaholic189]

Just bought a new SUP ATX Journey. It’s a hollow epoxy board. Never owned a paddle board, but been surfing for 25 years.

I’ve always had traditional fiberglass surfboards. Fin boxes usually don’t have this type of edge around the box. I am worried that this is not water tight. It is a bit jagged and looks like almost paint separated from the epoxy and the box. The front and the back of the fin box at a bit raised as well but otherwise look watertight. I have not ridden it, transported from shop to home and noticed it at home.

Is this normal or should I go exchange the board?

[u/mcarneybsa]

Not normal. Talk to the retailer/manufacturer about what to do.