1956 Martin 00-17
- Martin 00-17 from 1956
- All mahogany
- This guitar is known as "Del" on account of someone inscribing their name to the rear of the headstock - as well as a social security number on the rear of the body
- Supplied with a period case
- Restoration work carried out by Paul Toon Guitars
- See condition report below
These kind of vintage Martin guitars were produced at that time Martin guitars were still built in limited numbers. Selected high-quality materials were used for each instrument.
This guitar sounds so wonderfully bluesy and would be a wonderful instrument for a jazz/blues guitarist. The sound is very sweet and warm, with the shine of a Parlor guitar without losing the warmth. Very direct response, focused projection, but without being overly trebly.
A wonderful vintage Martin with incredible character.
Condition
- Guitar has had some running repairs in it's 67 years as would be expected.
- Guitar has some professionally cleated top and back cracks.
- Side of the guitar has a small crack which is stable and currently not cleated
- Playability is very good
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