Hallmark Buying Question

[somethingclever]

Hey Y'all,

New to the forum and I had a quick question.
I have been thinking about buying a Hallmark Sheena for a little while now. Based on the reviews some of you guys having been giving, it seems like a great guitar for the price.
Two questions: Has anyone ever got one in something other then blue or white? And is the only way to get one through Hallmark directly or can someone recommend a good store (online or otherwise) to check them out at?

Thanks for the help,
Jordan

[Veenture]

Hallmark guitars are only ordered directly from Bob Shade of Hallmark Guitars, at least, they're not marketed through any store, as far as I know. I can't vouch for a Sheena model (I have a 60 Custom myself) but from what I've gathered so far, Hallmark sells excellent quality products at a very fair price. We've seen 'em on ebay sporadically but never a Sheena yet, I think

[Dennisthe Menace]

Actually another member 'beenawhile' had mentioned the fifth post down on this thread.....
viewtopic.php?f=4&t=3722&start=0

[beenawhile]

Centuar Guitars in Portland, OR had 3 Hallmarks in stock recently: the 60s Custom, Batwing, and Stradette. The Custom sold, unfortunately, as I was enjoying getting to know it. I don't think there are plans to carry these regularly, but I know the owner can order Hallmarks and sell them to you for the same price as through Hallmark. I have been debating as to whether there is any advantage to going this route, or whether it makes more sense to go strait through Bob.

[vjf1968]

Hey Y'all,

New to the forum and I had a quick question.
I have been thinking about buying a Hallmark Sheena for a little while now. Based on the reviews some of you guys having been giving, it seems like a great guitar for the price.
Two questions: Has anyone ever got one in something other then blue or white? And is the only way to get one through Hallmark directly or can someone recommend a good store (online or otherwise) to check them out at?

Thanks for the help,
Jordan

I purchased my 60's Custom direct from Hallmark and Bob Shade does ship fast and is easy to get along with. Any questions you may have he will answer them. When I got mine it came right out of the box ready to play, no adjustments were necessary.The only change I made was to switch from the GHS 10-46 strings to Curt Mangan 10-52. I think the Sheena comes in only the two colors but if you want something differnt I pretty sure Bob can do a custom color for an upcharge.

[Bob Shade]

Hey guys!

Yes we are always happy to do a custom paint job on any guitar we offer. Prices start around $350.00. Just inquire at any time and we can quote a price depending on what the job entails.

Bob

[somethingclever]

Thanks for all the help guys. When I posted this, I didn't realize Bob was a member here. Just goes to show what a great forum this is.
Now I'm saving up for a custom color!

[vjf1968]

Thanks for all the help guys. When I posted this, I didn't realize Bob was a member here. Just goes to show what a great forum this is.
Now I'm saving up for a custom color!

Good, then that would make two bands in the Philly area that has a guitar player that plays a Hallmark.