Description
Description
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| Finish Details: | The back, sides, and neck have been refinished. The top has likely been oversprayed. The finish on the peghead overlay appears original. |
| Top Material: | Spruce |
| Body Material: | Mahogany |
| Neck Material: | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard Material: | Ebony |
| Neck Profile: | V |
| Neck Thickness (IN): | 1st - 0.81" 10th - 1.03" |
| Fingerboard Radius: | 14.00" |
| Nut Width: | 1-11/16" |
| Scale Length: | 25 2/5" |
| Hardware: | The bridge and saddle have been replaced. |
| Weight: | 3lbs 8oz |
| Modifications/Repairs: | The back, sides, and neck have been refinished and the top likely oversprayed. The bridge and saddle have been replaced and a bridge plate patch has been installed. Two large areas on either side of the end block have been patched. Numerous side cracks have been repaired. A crack very close to the binding of the bass side lower bout has been repaired. The neck has been refretted and the nut has been shimmed. |
| Case Details: | Hard shell case |
| Cosmetic Condition: | This vintage Martin guitar has aged well and is in good condition. The finish is glossy with checking, light surface scratching, and some small, shallow dings throughout. The top near the sound hole and pickguard shows finish wear and scuffs. The side of the lower bout shows two large patched areas on either side of the end block. There are several side cracks that have been repaired and are structurally stable. The metal hardware is lightly tarnished with age. |
| Serial Number: | 51145 |
| Tech Notes: | The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are narrow and medium height with minimal play wear. |