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Hamer is to blame too. They did not back up thier dealers on pricing issues. I should say most manufacturers don't back up thier dealers. This is still a huge problem and why the internet has taken over from the brick and morter. They can't expect the dealers to buy thier inventory and then not be able to turn it over. The manufacturer can't have it both ways. This also kills the aftermarket/resale of Hamer which is not very good. It's hard to shell out $3-4k on a guitar and not have a decent resale on the item. I don't want this to appear to be a bitching sesson. It's just important for people to understand why Hamer is no longer viable. There are many factors. I'm one of thier biggest advocates. It saddens me deeply. Pete

I also want to thank all of the Artisans/builders who built my Monaco Elite; Dave, Phil and the gang. I was lucky enough to go to the factory in 2001 for a tour. I feel bad for those who are so talented who now are out of a job. All the best to you guys. Pete Flynn

I was a top dealer as well. I grew up in Evanston and went to Northern Prarie Music as a kid. I was there when the first Standard/s arrived. I remember Paul A/B-ing them with a late '50's Goldtop with buckers through a Marshall stack. Oh what fun! A kids dream. It's what really got me into the music biz. I am grateful to have been a part of it all. I am grateful to Paul, Jol, Frank & Jim. Let's never forget John Montgomery, the man who built the first Standards. This is now the new America. I think the general buying public is to blame. "We want it for cheap". No one is willing to pay what something is worth and weren't willing to support the dealers either. This is what killed the dealer network and consiquently the company. (in my opinion). Unfortunately we will all suffer as a result. Thanks to BCR Greg, Wilcutt's and anyone else who financially supported the Hamer guitar company. I play my USA Elite daily and it is as great as a guitar could ever be. My USA Hamer Standard hangs over my fireplace. I gaze at it daily. Long live the legacy. Pete Flynn, Flynn Guitars, Evanston, IL. USA.