Introducing “Dr. Hamm’s”

Stevan Miner has been collecting Hamm's advertising items for over 30 years. Is he serious about it? Does having a full bear costume, a complete 3 pc. WHITE Hamm’s logo suit and a bear tattoo on your arm prove anything? I met Steve through the internet many years ago when I sold him an extra sign I had. Since then, I consider it quite an accomplishment to put ANYTHING on his deep shelves,or to surprise him with something he hasn't seen. He has everything from a Hamms thimble up to full size porcelain outdoor neon signs (or rotating, motorized bear displays) and everything in between. If you have anything that says HAMM'S on it, there is a good chance he has it. If not, he'll pay you “too much.” In his words "I've been called a lot of things...but CHEAP isn't one of em!"

Now that you know WHO the Dr. is,let me tell you WHAT he is.

Dr. Hamm's has many irons in the fire, and... speaking of fire, he's a trained fireman, EMT, auto mechanic savant, jukebox and Hamms sign restorer, muscle car and Harley lover who treats people like he'd want to be treated. He's so serious about the jukes and Hamm's that he has a main street building devoted to the restoration of both.(In fact,many people compliment him on his fine collection, until he tells them that this is only stuff he's repairing!)When you live in a small town, rent is reasonable. His collection fills a garage and three rooms-if you are lucky enough to buy a sign from him, he'll conduct a personal tour, which you won't believe. Cold beer and old beer, he loves them both.

What he DOES.

When the Dr. sells ANYTHING, its been treated with care, passion and attention to small details. One look at his classic Mopar muscle cars would tell you that. He'd be the last person to brag about his work,so I've got it covered here. Any sign he sells has been disassembled, cleaned, repaired and tested to last through the next decades. In fact, its BETTER than new. If he's installed or sold a replacement part,its done right to match the original. If you've admired the classic Hamm's moving water signs and always wanted to buy one, this IS your guy. (But the thing is...you'll need to come to HIM.Too many signs have survived 40 years in a bar only to be trashed in transit. (Google Winnebago, Minnesota and you'll see where the good Dr. has his home office.) I've taken Steve's talents and friendship for granted, but now I'm making a worldwide introduction to him and Hamm's. I realize that your dream vacation might NOT include Winnebago, MN. BUT...You can still OWN one of these iconic signs, but you’ll need to be able to pick it up at your nearest Greyhound BUS DEPOT. This is the only way we’ll trust someone to get your investment to you INTACT. This usually costs under 75.00 and is well worth the cost. If you are vigilant and "frugal" you'll probably find one cheaper. Our definition of "nice" is just that.Auction titles with "L@@K-@ this MINT example! None finer.. from here to Carolina"will cost you more in parts, hassle, arriving cracked/broken, looking like they survived a tavern fire or having scratches and skips within the outdoors scene. This is 30+ years of collecting, inspecting and respecting these classic Hamm's advertising signs speaking to you. Promises and opinions? Or experience and follow through? Trust me here. The insurance process is more fun than a root canal.

What we SELL:

Unless you are in the Twin Cities area,or travel within this small circle of "Hammsheads" ,you had no idea that replacement parts were available. You'd have to wait patiently on *bay, buy a parts sign, or cobble together something to restore your sign back to functional. The Dr. has a WIDE variety of time tested Hamm's replacement parts available for most signs. If you've read this far, you're serious about acquiring an investment grade Hamm's sign that will provide you with years of enjoyment! And SHOULD anything ever need repair down the road, we’ve been here, and we’ll BE HERE for questions, parts and sharing the mutual love of Hamm’s advertising.

Please EMAIL US for our current stock of vintage Hamm’s and brewery related advertising.This stuff doesn't grow on pine trees, but we DO live in the Land of Sky Blue Waters, and dredge these waters regularly for vintage nuggets.