Rare 1936 Martin 0-17 acoustic guitar

Description: C. F. Martin 0-17 Model Acoustic Guitar Serial #62758, made in Nazareth, PA in 1936. Beautiful condition, highly sought after classic model known for its "concert" size and natural all-mahogany construction with 20 fret rosewood fingerboard, showcasing its timeless charm and exceptional craftsmanship. See photos showing body retaining its original finish with barely noticeable surface wear indicative of careful use and care over the decades. The neck is straight and smooth and the bridge is solid and secure, with the frets showing virtually no wear. Overall, the guitar is outstanding example both visually and sonically. The Martin 0-17 model, produced primarily between 1906 and 1945 is highly regarded for its simplicity and rich sound, making it a favorite among vintage guitar enthusiasts and discriminating musicians alike. The 0-17 was the largest style guitar Martin offered in the all-mahogany format with a limited number of these made and shipped in 1936, estimated to be under 300. This well-loved nearly 90 year-old 0-17 is a fantastic sounding example, in beautiful condition for its age. The 1930s 0-17s have been heralded as being highly responsive guitars, "manifesting an extra richness and sweetness less evident in postwar models, well-known for is excellent for recording and gigging, especially adaptable to a modern amplified context." "Typical features for this pre-war period include original individual Grover openback tuners a small straight rosewood bridge and a tortoise celluloid pickguard. The neck has a surprisingly deep round profile that increasingly shades into a subtle "V" as it approaches the body. These mahogany-top guitars have a distinctive ringing tone and are excellent fingerpickers as well as a great all-around choice in a pre-war Martin." Overall length is 38 1/2 in. (97.8 cm.), 13 5/8 in. (34.6 cm.) wide at lower bout, and 4 1/4 in. (10.8 cm.) in depth at side, taken at the end block. Scale length is 24 3/4 in. (629 mm.). Width of nut is 1 11/16 in. (43 mm.). Housed in top-of-line 4 latch modern (1980's) hard shell, lockable traveling case with embossed C.F. Martin logo, and with plush lined interior and internal storage compartment

Price: 10200 USD

Location: Palm Springs, California

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