cmatthes Posted October 13, 2005 Posted October 13, 2005 This beautiful guitar is basically in NEW condition. This is one of the very first USA Standards "reissued" in 1995 after Hamer had dropped the model from the catalog for a decade. I bought it new that year after a long wait and have kept it in immaculate condition since. Rick Nielsen autographed this one personally a few years back (can have signature removed for a nominal charge) and he commented that the neck shape was identical to his Flametop USA Nielsen Signature models made only for the Japanese market at that time. Plays and looks incredible. One piece mahogany body under wide flame maple cap, nice dark rosewood and highly figured pearl crown inlay; toggle switch washer added, otherwise all original. Includes orig. HAMER Hardshell case with all paperwork and goodies. Selling for $1,250 (Shipped!)- would prefer no trades at this time.
JJ Paul Posted October 13, 2005 Posted October 13, 2005 How much is the "nominal fee" to have the scrawl removed? Nice 'un... aren't you sorry to have to part with it? JJ
clmazza Posted October 13, 2005 Posted October 13, 2005 If you would... please email a pic! I'm very interested... Regards, Chuck
Caddie Posted October 13, 2005 Posted October 13, 2005 good thing i had that lobotomy done otherwise this one might be headed toward the western burbs of Chicago
mrhappy Posted October 13, 2005 Posted October 13, 2005 Nice geetar! Somebody should purchase this baby!!!!
serial Posted October 13, 2005 Posted October 13, 2005 This IS a good one. I remember when that one came in.
SteveE9C6 Posted October 13, 2005 Posted October 13, 2005 step away from the credit card... must...resist....gas......
jerseydrew Posted October 13, 2005 Posted October 13, 2005 Oops, I didn't see where it said "no trades". Sorry
cmatthes Posted October 13, 2005 Author Posted October 13, 2005 Pics have been sent to all who have requested them or who couldn't view the Photobucket-linked shots above. I think they are the only ones I"ve got right now, since my digital is in for repair.I honestly hate to part with this one, but a custom order came in that I would REALLY, REALLY like to take home, so that's why the bargain-basement sale price!Thanks for all the emails - you can reach me best at fmatthes@chubb.com during the day for this one.
Camstone Posted October 13, 2005 Posted October 13, 2005 Hi Chris,What shape is the headstock? Did Hamer slightly change the shape of the headstock when they re-issued this guitar?How much to remove the graffitti?Thanks!
cmatthes Posted October 13, 2005 Author Posted October 13, 2005 The headstock is the same shape as the one in the '95 catalog, if you have seen that. That is a little wider than on the 4-digit models, because the narrower style is apparently very prone to breakage (I know - I've owned 2 broken ones and seen many more!!).I could remove the signature for an additional $25, or you could do it yourself in a matter of minutes (just ask Saxon how to do it!). The reason I'd charge to do this is stupid, maybe, but twofold - I am not a believer that a signed instrument should cost any more than an unautographed one, and secondly, when Rick signed that guitar, I promised him that if and when I ever sold it, I would not profit off of his signature.
cmatthes Posted October 13, 2005 Author Posted October 13, 2005 SOLD!!Thanks very much to all who have contacted me on this one. I am shocked at how quickly this one moved. It is going to a good home.
clmazza Posted October 13, 2005 Posted October 13, 2005 SOLD!!Thanks very much to all who have contacted me on this one. I am shocked at how quickly this one moved. It is going to a good home. Thanks Chris... !
BTMN Posted October 13, 2005 Posted October 13, 2005 You gotta watch out for the Dean Lovin' now Hamer Lovin' guys I seem to be influencing. Chuck that is a BAD lil guitar! Nice score!
cmatthes Posted October 14, 2005 Author Posted October 14, 2005 Gene: Just like you to corrupt the gentle n' peace lovin' Dean folks, isn't it?! A nice, subtle blueburst ML would make my list anyday.
clmazza Posted October 14, 2005 Posted October 14, 2005 Yeah... ever since Gene and I started talking about HAMERS on the Dean board... I've purchased three! I'm sure my wife will let you know how she feels about the new "addiction" at DOA in February Gene I can't wait to get my hands on this puppy.... you da' man Chris!
BTMN Posted October 14, 2005 Posted October 14, 2005 Yeah but watch out I've gotten a new label lately, I'm "efffin' Laaaaame." BTW, that guitar is YUMMY too!!! Tell the wife that I had no influence!
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