These days, importing guitars into the U.S. is expensive and complicated.  Shipping, insurance and customs charges can really add up and the “guilty until proven innocent” slant of the Lacey Act makes importation a real challenge for someone who has found a maker in Spain to make their dream guitar.  Having someone in the U.S. who has a good realationship with the guitar-playing community and is trustworthy and deals fairly with customers and suppliers is a must for me now.  On the west coast the dealer I consistently hear good things about is John Silva at Trilogy guitars.   I spoke to John about a year ago but only just recently finished the guitar that he ordered.  I am looking forward to a long a fruitful relationship with him.