Hamer guitars have better quality control than Gibbys.
Buy any American made Hamer and you will not be disappointed.
I can't speak from direct experience, but unless you are willing to pay $2,500 and up, there is a likelihood there will be a disappointment somewhere with a Gibby.
You can get 3 good-great Hamers for the same price as one Great Gibby.
Hamerfanclub.com
There members collect. Many play gibbys. but many own 5-10 Hamers.