Hamer USA Centaura 1991 – Candy Apple Red / Sparkle Nitro Finish – Custom Shop Quality

Up for sale is a legendary, high-end shred machine from the golden era of Hamer USA. This 1991 Centaura is a prime example of why vintage American Hamers are intensely sought after today. Long before the big brands popularized the term "Custom Shop" as a separate marketing tier, Hamer operated their entire Arlington Heights factory like a boutique custom shop. Every single USA-made instrument was built with an uncompromising eye for detail, select woods, and elite craftsmanship.

This specific 1991 model is highly desirable as it marks the very last year Hamer used their iconic, resonant nitrocellulose lacquer finish before switching to polyurethane.

Key Specs & Features:

• Brand: Hamer
• Model: Centaura USA
• Year: 1991 (Last year of the factory Nitrocellulose finish)
• Finish: Candy Apple Red / Red Sparkle (Nitro)
• Pickups: Active EMG 85 (Bridge) / EMG SA (Middle) / EMG SA (Neck)
• Bridge: Brand new upgraded Schaller Lockmeister (German-made, ultimate tuning stability. Original Schaller tremolo unit is included).
• Frets: Little to no wear.
• Country of Origin: USA

Condition & Authentic Vintage Patina:

This 1991 Centaura has the ultimate vintage mojo. The original nitro finish has aged beautifully with extensive, natural weather checking and honest dings from years of play.

While brands like Fender Custom Shop, Charvel, and Friedman charge a massive premium for artificial relicing, this Hamer offers the real deal: 100% genuine, time-earned wear.

Structurally, it is 100% rock-solid with no cracks or issues. The frets are in great shape, the neck is fast, and the playability is completely flawless. The active EMG HSS configuration delivers everything from pristine, crystal-clear cleans to devastatingly tight high-gain tones.

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