Sentinel Posted June 27, 2006 Posted June 27, 2006 Just got an offer to buy a '95 Special FM (Cherryburst?)... It's supposed to be VG condition. A small chip in the paint has gone on the lower horn... Pups changed to EMG's... Original hardcase incl. How much should I pay for it? How much is it worth? (Haven't got a clue!) It would become my second Hamer after my (fantastic) Elite... (Yes, I've got a case of the Hamer's, already!)
DEMENTED Posted June 27, 2006 Posted June 27, 2006 no more than $500 with the paint chip and non-original pickups.
Sitamoia50 Posted June 27, 2006 Posted June 27, 2006 (Yes, I've got a case of the Hamer's, already!) Ha!...join the club.Don't think theres a cure.On this forum from what i was told you just surrender to it......
kanegon Posted June 28, 2006 Posted June 28, 2006 yeah, i've wanted a fm since they came out.i think you're talking re: http://www.gbase.com/Stores/Gear/GearDetai...px?Item=1520109looks good
HamerHokie Posted June 28, 2006 Posted June 28, 2006 Ask about the neck size. If it has a nice chunky neck, around $500.
kanegon Posted June 28, 2006 Posted June 28, 2006 HamerHokie, is it more or less with the thinner neck?
DavidE Posted June 28, 2006 Posted June 28, 2006 Wow. And you guys call ME cheap???? If that has a case, $600 from a really nice reputable store is very reasonable.I paid $550 for mine (can't remember if one pickup was changed to another Seymour) in nice shape several years ago. Worth every penny then. Worth more now.
HamerHokie Posted June 28, 2006 Posted June 28, 2006 Wow. And you guys call ME cheap???? If that has a case, $600 from a really nice reputable store is very reasonable.I paid $550 for mine (can't remember if one pickup was changed to another Seymour) in nice shape several years ago. Worth every penny then. Worth more now. 1. EMGs - -$100 to get them changed out to something decent.2. Then the condition comes into play.
HamerHokie Posted June 28, 2006 Posted June 28, 2006 HamerHokie, is it more or less with the thinner neck? First, which do you prefer? Second, most prefer a thicker neck and there were a lot of Specials back then that were made with skinny necks, so resale value might not be as good (although some prefer the skinny ones).
DavidE Posted June 28, 2006 Posted June 28, 2006 Wow. And you guys call ME cheap???? If that has a case, $600 from a really nice reputable store is very reasonable.I paid $550 for mine (can't remember if one pickup was changed to another Seymour) in nice shape several years ago. Worth every penny then. Worth more now. 1. EMGs - -$100 to get them changed out to something decent.2. Then the condition comes into play. One bad ding? minus $100? I totally disagree. EMGs have value whether you like them or not. Easily sold on Ebay and plenty of places to buy used replacement pickups. If you can do the work yourself, it's probably a wash. Maybe minus $50 on resale IMHO.I still think $600 is a reasonable price from a retailer if it has an original hardshell case.
Travis Posted June 28, 2006 Posted June 28, 2006 I would buy it at that price. I would also yank the EMGs and trade them off or sell them to fund some different pickups. I'll wire it myself and have fun doing it. I bought my 95 Special FM for $550 with the OHSC and no pickups (had 25th Anniversary EMGs in there). And I don't regret it a bit. The guitar was worth every penny, even if it did have a couple of dings in it. The thing is a monster player and a tone machine. Just ask yourself, "Self, will I be happy with this guitar at this price?" If so, don't listen to anyone else. I think you'd be happy with the guitar if it cost an extra $150. But that's just my opinion.And if you don't buy it, let me know where it's at. I might look into it.
Sentinel Posted June 28, 2006 Author Posted June 28, 2006 Thanks guys, for all feedback! Now I'll do some thinking on my own... (and talk to the bank)
Disturber Posted June 28, 2006 Posted June 28, 2006 A Special FM in Sweden. Not to common. An ordinary1990's special with P90's would probably go for 5-6 000 SEK. I'd say an FM in good condition with original case between 6 - 8 000 SEK.You can't really compare toUS prices. A better barometerwould be German Ebay. Therethey go for perhaps 600-800 euros,plus shipping 40 euros.But then you don't get a chanceto check it out up close first,so that might be worth a littleextra.edit: Didn't see that the original pups are gone.You need to rip those EMG´s out fast andinstall proper pickups. But you can probablysell them for a reasonable price and by a pairof DUncans for the money you get.
Sentinel Posted June 28, 2006 Author Posted June 28, 2006 A Special FM in Sweden. Not to common. Yep! That's the general idea! Thanks for your feedback about the swedish market!! (Useful info!) Tack! Vi hörs!!
princeofdarkness56 Posted June 28, 2006 Posted June 28, 2006 Put me in the camp that thinks that is an excellent price. It sure is pretty.
currypowder Posted June 28, 2006 Posted June 28, 2006 I'm in Louisville & frequent the Guitar Emporium. I've found their prices to be very reasonable on used guitars, especially ones that they are not a dealer for.I've seen and played that guitar, and it's in real good shape. It's been in the store for several months. I can't remember the neck profile, but the guys that work there are all very knowledgeable and nice. Give em a call if you have any questions. Rest assured, they will take care of you.
Sentinel Posted June 28, 2006 Author Posted June 28, 2006 I've seen and played that guitar, and it's in real good shape....Give em a call if you have any questions. Rest assured, they will take care of you. Gee, thanks! That is even better info! Hands-on knowledge of the actual instrument!! Give em a call if you have any questions. Rest assured, they will take care of you. Actually, I just grabbed the phone! (Wow, this forum is getting better by the minute!! )
silentman Posted June 28, 2006 Posted June 28, 2006 Wow. And you guys call ME cheap???? If that has a case, $600 from a really nice reputable store is very reasonable.I paid $550 for mine (can't remember if one pickup was changed to another Seymour) in nice shape several years ago. Worth every penny then. Worth more now. 1. EMGs - -$100 to get them changed out to something decent.2. Then the condition comes into play. One bad ding? minus $100? I totally disagree. EMGs have value whether you like them or not. Easily sold on Ebay and plenty of places to buy used replacement pickups. If you can do the work yourself, it's probably a wash. Maybe minus $50 on resale IMHO.I still think $600 is a reasonable price from a retailer if it has an original hardshell case. I with DavidE on this one...How can you devalue the guitar by $100 just because you don't like/want the pickups? Or are you factoring $100 as what it'll cost you to replace them? You're buying a functional guitar. Stock pickups or not, the thing has the hardware.Great price. Play the damn thing. who cares about a ding?
princeofdarkness56 Posted June 28, 2006 Posted June 28, 2006 I now know why Hamers are so reasonally priced compared to other quality American guitars. Everyone who owns one or is on this forum is a cheap bastard. If that guitar in that condition had the name Gibson or Fender on the headstock, it would be going for over a grand. Still, when you go to the store, offer the guy $350 for it. After all it is used.
hikarateboy Posted June 28, 2006 Posted June 28, 2006 The chip in the paint definately hurts the resale on an already undervalued guitar and having to change out the pickups right away puts in under 500 in my opinion.That said the Speial FM I bought from Mark North (I think that is who it was) is my main guitar now, it sounds great and is absolutely beautiful. I think its the best value of any Hamer you can buy by a long shot. I fully recommend it but would say there are a others out there for a good price if you wait a little and look.
Sentinel Posted June 28, 2006 Author Posted June 28, 2006 Again, thanks for all the support here!! :-)Just got of the phone from the shop. I had a long and pleasant chat with the owner. After a short discussion about chips in the color, fretwear and pups... we agreed on the price - the guitar is mine for $500 !(...plus shipping to Sweden!!)I'm both happy and excited - as you all understand! The guitar will be shipping out tomorrow!! :-DPS The money is actually an issue for me as I'm just a "poor" public school teacher... I'd love to spend more if only I HAD it! :-)
DavidE Posted June 28, 2006 Posted June 28, 2006 Killer price. It's a nice store. Glad it worked out for you!I am shocked that so many here think it's a $500 guitar though.
belgian Posted June 28, 2006 Posted June 28, 2006 Great score !In fact it's dirt cheap to European standards.But you were warned about getting more Hamers if you stayed on this board.
Jeroen Posted June 28, 2006 Posted June 28, 2006 600 with original pics is a great price...i don't about the EMG, but I think a good option besides the factory duncans can be some rios!!Jeroen
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