Just read the email. Sad news. I'm glad I had the chance to tour the factory and jam with the HFC. Also glad for my 3 Hamers, particularly my Artist Custom.
All my electrics are Hamers. 1993 Special FM 2001 Duotone Custom (F-Hole) 1996 Artist Custom (my fav) All the rest of my guitars are acoustics including Martin, Alvarez-Yairi, Dobro and others.
I like the Mahogany Artist with Phat Cats and unique color idea. I'd also enjoy an HFC logo but frankly am not wild about checkerboard . . . I know, heresy.
The SD Phat Cat (P90 style) that I use in the neck of my 1996 Artist Custom gives me the best guitar sound I can muster. Haven't changed my mind in 3+ years. If you are going with a P90, check out the Phat Cats. Wayne