Hamer Standard Custom USA--experiences, thoughts, commentary, rebuttle?

[Jim S]

Comments on the Hamer USA Standard Custom, the Explorer shaped one. Pros? Cons?
This has my eye:

[Srvwannab]

I own two right now- Incredible guitars! I've never been much of a pointy guitar guy, but I think they are great.

I have owned Gibson Explorers (still have 1), and they haven't even been in the same league as my Hamer Standards. The tops are always gorgeous, they always play so well. Excellent wood, excellent workmanship-

That black top looks great!

Here is a pic of my favorite Hamer Standard-

[Jim S]

Thanks.

[teefus]

it's not a custom (maple top and block inlays) but it is a '97 hamer mahogany with a one piece body and fralins. it is an amazing player and is a ton of fun to play on stage. i was surprised at how light it is considering it's size and shape.

[BIGGERSTAFF]

They are amazing guitars.

[jerseydrew]

go for it! Great guitar!

[gregc]

Very, very good!

[Tokyo tapes]

The Hamer Standards are the coolest guitars ever!!! The old 4-digits in particular.

[Johnnythunders]

Great guitars if you like them pointy.

[Jim S]

Originally Posted by Johnnythunders

Great guitars if you like them pointy.

[Smakutus]

Never played a bad USA made Hamer Standard.. All great guitars.

Jeff

[dead of night]

Are they comfortable played while sitting?

[teefus]

Originally Posted by dead of night

Are they comfortable played while sitting?

surprisingly so. i was very pleased when i got mine. it plays great sitting down or standing up. it hangs just right.

[Jim S]

Originally Posted by teefus

it hangs just right.

I did not need to know that.

Oh...you mean the guitar.
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[cmatthes]

I have had at least one Standard of some sort since 1990 or so.

Simply put, they're the Ultimate.